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Valerie Goddard has 25 years in executive management, included service as a gubernatorial appointee responsible for allocating $36 million to community organizations.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • October 17, 2013
Women's Resource Center under new leadership

The Sarasota-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering women has named Valerie Goddard as its new executive director.

  • Siesta Key
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Proliferation of homeless encampments through the city of Sarasota means the local transient population is at "critical mass," according to an expert.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 17, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 17, 2013

Today's stories: Westfield Southgate Mall shutdown result of grieving man scattering fiancee's ashes; City of Sarasota homeless population at "critical mass"; German sculptor questions city of Sarasota request; and MORE!

  • Siesta Key
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Mark Lichon, Aimee Varnum and Gregory Fabijanczuk of CBIZ KRMT
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  • Josh Siegel
  • October 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Mega Mingle

Business people and non-profit workers came together for a Mega Mingle at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing Oct. 16. The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce event was meant as a casual networking platform where attendees enjoyed appetizers and drinks.

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The Lakewood Ranch High boys swim team finished second at the 18th annual Tri-County High School Swimming and Diving Championship Meet Oct. 12.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
High 5

The top five moments of the week in local sports.

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The Out-of-Door Academy senior punter Bryan Kirshe recently was named a 2013 Preseason First Team All-American by the Ray Guy Prokicker.com Kicking, Punting and Long-snapping Academy.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
Climbing the Ranks: Bryan Kirshe

Prokicker.com ranks Bryan Kirshe, an ODA senior, as the No. 1 punter in the nation. He averages 47.2 yards per punt.

  • East County
  • Sports
The 17.1% increase in premiums for Town Hall employees equates to $127 per month per employee and about $1,500 per year.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 17, 2013
IDA to subsidize employees for health costs' increase

The Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority voted today to provide money to Town Hall employees to pay for a 17.1% increase in their health insurance premiums for 2014.

  • East County
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Sotheby the guide dog
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Sotheby starts his training

Premier Sotheby's International Realty is sponsoring a Southeastern Guide Dog puppy named Sotheby.

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Sue and Lou Allen
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Couple celebrates 65th anniversary

Lou and Sue Allen are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary with the Sarasota Orchestra.

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  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2013
Send us your announcements!

The Observer is seeking submissions for its announcements section, Occasions.

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Longboat Key police promoted three employees, effective Oct. 6.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 17, 2013
LBK police promote three employees

Chris Skinner, Randy Thompson and Tina Gohl received promotions effective Oct. 6.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
Orioles announce Spring Training schedule

The Baltimore Orioles recently announced their 2014 Grapefruit League schedule, which opens Feb. 28 against the Tampa Bay Rays in Port Charlotte.

  • East County
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  • Robin Hartill
  • October 17, 2013
10/17/2013

Chris Skinner, Randy Thompson and Tina Gohl received promotions effective Oct. 6.

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The Longboat Key Town Commission could now most likely review changes to its telecommunications ordinance and Comp Plan on second reading at its Jan. 6 regular meeting.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • October 17, 2013
Town seeks telecommunications extension

Town Manager Dave Bullock will seek a state extension so a telecommunications ordinance and Comp Plan amendment can be reviewed together.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2013
New Balance announces 5K run series

New Balance recently announced its new 5K run series, which kicks off Nov. 2.

  • East County
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  • David Conway
  • October 17, 2013
Garage delays frustrate developer

Pineapple Square developer John Simon believes delays at the State Street garage are not only a legal issue but could cause long-term damage downtown.

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