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  • Robin Hartill
  • October 24, 2012
Vandal hits anti-cell tower signs

An unknown suspect spray painted the word 'yes' over a 'No cell tower' sign and knocked over at least two others.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 24, 2012
Fire chief asks for clear paths to properties

The Fire Rescue chief wants communities to contact the department before beginning entrance work to ensure access for emergency vehicles.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2012
News Briefs

Jaleski qualifies for commission seat; Longboater reappointed by Governor Scott; Longboat not listed on Conde Nast awards; Progress report

  • Longboat Key
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 24, 2012
Ranch CDDs to develop master beautification plan

The landscaping plan will help Lakewood Ranch plan for future landscaping needs.

  • East County
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Lakewood Ranch resident and Basketball Hall of Famer Dick Vitale is excited about his new book, "Getting a W in the Game of Life."
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 24, 2012
Vitale releases new book

Dick Vitale released 'Getting a W in the Game of Life' Oct. 15.

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    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 24, 2012
School board sets timeline for superintendent search

The board approved a March 29 start date for a permanent superintendent.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 24, 2012
Finalists named for Sandies Awards

The winners will be announced Nov. 16, at the Sandies Awards banquet.

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Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2012
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 24, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Wanley Desir

Lakewood Ranch High sophomore defensive back Wanley Desir had two of the Mustangs' four interceptions in their 20-3 Class 6A-Distrct 12 victory over Dixie Hollins Oct. 19.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2012
Community Golf

Hamilton Ruth used his 5-iron to record an ace Sept. 16, on the 120-yard No. 2 of Cypress Links.

  • East County
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Read this week's Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Town Manager David Bullock addresses Condo Fed members Saturday at Bayport Beach & Tennis Club.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 24, 2012
Town Manager David Bullock reports to Condo Fed

Longboat Key Town Manager David Bullock provided an overview of the island's eventful summer and upcoming actions.

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Randy Moore, director of the Sarasota Bay Water Festival
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • October 24, 2012
Sarasota Bay Water Festival celebrates the bay

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival will be held 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, at Ken Thompson Park. The festival will celebrate the importance of Sarasota Bay to our environment, economy and quality of life.

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Unit 1202 at The Beach Residences has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 3,964 square feet of living area. It sold for $3.07 million. Rachel S. O'Hara.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 24, 2012
Condominium in The Beach Residences sells for $3.07 million

A condominium in The Beach Residences tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Chris and Mingi Doherty, of Lakeland, sold their Unit 1202 condominium at 1300 Benjamin Franklin Drive to Kathleen Fink, trustee, of Tampa, for $3.07 million.

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Marie Caswell
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 24, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Caswell expands interior design business locally; Sandbar Restaurant remains open during construction; Arpke, Miller team up for cooking class; Café L'Europe holds logo contest

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