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  • By Otus
  • February 24, 2014
Ask Otus: But Is It Art?

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
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Ann and Sid Friedman with Nancy Guernsey
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Country Club Shores III Annual Meeting

Country Club Shores III held its annual meeting at the home of Bob and Nancy Guernsey on Monday. Longboat Key Police Chief Peter Cumming and Anne Ross, the Assistant Town Manager of Longboat Key, spoke to attendees before dinner was served.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • February 24, 2014
Protesters call for Obama impeachment near LBK Publix

Two protestors affiliated with LaRouchePAC brought anti-Obama signs and materials to Longboat Key today.

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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2014
Laurel Park neighborhood featured in Historic Homes Tour

For one day only, Sunday, March 2, the Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation will present the 24th annual Historic Homes Tour, which takes place in the historic Laurel Park neighborhood.

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  • David Conway
  • February 24, 2014
Sarasota organizations push for bayfront planning

Led by Visit Sarasota County, a group of organizations have teamed up to begin the process of creating a new master plan for bayfront land around the Van Wezel.

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  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 24, 2014
Man charged with strip club death

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a Bradenton man in custody for a deadly altercation outside of the Cheetah Club Sunday.

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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2014
Black Tie Untied

Untie the weekend with Black Tie Untied, featuring Sarasota Exotic Car Fest's festivities and Sarasota Orchestra's "A-Nu Time" gala.

  • Arts + Culture
Co-Mentor Bob Melberth with this year’s Clients of the Year, Chris and Jennifer Mannering of Bounce Down Under, and Co-Mentor Tom Latimer.
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • February 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: SCORE 2014 Award Luncheon

The Manatee Chapter of SCORE held its annual award luncheon Monday, Feb. 24 at Michael's On East. The national program honored chapter volunteers, members and mentors for their dedication and service to helping small businesses in Sarasota and Manatee County. Chris and Jennifer Mannering of Bounce Down Under, were awarded 2014 Clients of the Year.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • February 24, 2014
Deadline to register to vote is 5 p.m. today

Register by 5 p.m. today to vote in the town's March 25 general municipal election.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 24, 2014
Police charge man with aggravated animal cruelty

Sarasota Police arrested 47-year-old Ephrian Myles Sunday, for allegedly covering his girlfriend's puppy with hot sauce.

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Karen Bokor, Judy Vigder, Florence Katz, Robert Vigder and Cheryl Brause
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Beth Israel Florence Katz Tribute Fundraiser

Florence Katz, longtime Temple Beth Israel member, musical director and this year's recipient of the 2013 State of Florida Salute to Senior Award, was honored on Sunday at a Tribute Fundraiser surrounded by her family and friends.

  • Longboat Key
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Phil and Judy Fierro with Sharon and Bob Byrne
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary, Star of the Sea Golf Outing

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church held a parish golf outing at the Longboat Key Club Harbourside course on Sunday. After playing 18 holes, the 106 golfers met for dinner, prizes and the announcement of the winning team at the Dining Room.

  • Longboat Key
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  • June LeBell
  • February 23, 2014
MUSIC REVIEW: Sarasota Orchestra's Masterworks V featuring Anu Tali and Ray Chen

Sarasota Orchestra's Masterworks V concerts this past weekend may have been titled 'Homage,' but, for me, they should have been called 'Revelations.'

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 23, 2014
Sarasota Polo Club named host for pentathlon world cup final

Local and international officials behind four pentathlon events the Sarasota-Bradenton region will host during the next three years, announced Sunday a venue change for the world cup final in June.

  • East County
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • February 23, 2014
The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School wins big at YAPG

The Sarasota School of Cuban Ballet took home some big wins at the Youth America Grand Prix Atlanta semifinals this weekend. It's the biggest pre-professional competition in the world.

  • Arts + Culture
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