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Booker running back Marlon Mack carried the ball 19 times for 251 yards and two touchdowns.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Football vs. Booker

A pair of missed extra points proved costly for Braden River, as the host Pirates fell to Booker 20-18 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • Sarasota
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  • David Conway
  • September 30, 2013
Urban Design Studio to hold open house

This Friday, Sarasota residents will have one of their first opportunities to offer input to the team designing the city's new form-based code.

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Sue Dinger and her dog, Kai
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  • Nick Friedman
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Animal Blessing

Who says blessings are just for humans? Animal-lovers gathered Sunday, Sept. 29 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel to have their animals blessed. Guests socialized and played games before the ceremony.

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This mannequin is located at the following clue: "Update your look on the outside and rejuvenate how you feel within at this boutique-spa on South Pineapple."
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • September 30, 2013
RIAF hosts downtown scavenger hunt

Win a VIP prize package for two by snapping a photo of downtown RIAF mannequins - each photo is a submission.

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Clever license plates highlighted the National Plug in Day electric-car show Saturday, Sept. 28, at Mote Marine Laboratory.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 30, 2013
MONDAY EVENT MASHUP: Sarasota GOP honors Hannity

Sean Hannity addresses Sarasota Republicans; electric-car enthusiasts plug in at Mote;

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A black male robbed the 7-Eleven at the 4200 block of State Road 64 E., taking cash, cigarettes and cigars.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • September 30, 2013
Armed gunmen robs 7-Eleven Sunday morning

A man robbed a 7-Eleven early Sunday morning after holding three people at gunpoint inside the store.

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  • September 30, 2013
Armed man robs 7-Eleven Sunday morning

Armed man robs 7-Eleven Sunday morning

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Sarasota Police arrested a couple for burglary of an unoccupied dwelling Friday, Sept. 27, after a short standoff.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 30, 2013
Couple arrested for burglary

Sarasota Police arrested a 28-year-old man and his girlfriend for allegedly breaking into the man's mother's home on Flores Avenue Friday, Sept. 27.

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Margaret Barbieri, Dan Creason and Barbara Epperson
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  • September 29, 2013
Sarasota Ballet Season Kick-Off Brunch

Sarasota Ballet Season Kick-Off Brunch

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Bryce, Naomi and Avery Cassognol
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Yacht Club Family Fun Fest

Families enjoyed a day of outdoor water fun at Sarasota Yacht Club's Family Fun Fest Sunday, Sept. 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mike Evans and David Marsh
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: National Plug in Day: Electrify the Island

In celebration of National Plug in Day, Mote Marine hosted 'Electrify the Island' Sunday, Sept. 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Josh Wertheim, Daniel Tullidge, Amanda Smith, Sasha Fields and Brian Goodrich
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: YPG Block Party

The Sarasota Young Professionals Group celebrated its 10-year anniversary Saturday, Sept. 28 with a downtown block party. Members and guests enjoyed drinks and live music.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Chris Hendrix
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • September 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota 5000 Regatta

Area crews and fans gathered Saturday, Sept. 28, for the fifth-annual Sarasota 5000 Regatta at Blackburn Point.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Booker High running back Marlon Mack rushed for 251 yards and two touchdowns.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 28, 2013
Tornadoes defense stands tall

The Booker High football team forced two turnovers and blocked an extra point attempt to hold on and beat Braden River 20-18 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
Hunter Montague listens closely to his friend, Dinorex’s, heartbeat
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: LWR Health & Wellness Expo

Saturday afternoon Lakewood Ranch Medical Center turned into a family fairground of healthy fun. The hospital hosted the annual Health and Wellness Expo, which included fun for the whole family. Disney's Doc McStuffins was there for the kids while inside the lobby, free tests, treats and health tricks were available for parents.

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