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The suspects stole $40 cash and a $150 metro PCS phone. They returned to their vehicle and fled the area.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 21, 2011
Man robbed at gas station

A Sarasota man was robbed at gunpoint at a gas station in the 2800 block of University Parkway Oct. 20.

  • East County
  • News
Cindy Kaiser, outgoing executive director of the Education Foundation of Sarasota County.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 21, 2011
Kaiser departing Education Foundation

Cindy Kaiser, executive director of the Education Foundation of Sarasota County since 2007, is leaving the organization to handle long-term family health issues, the foundation announced Friday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents and visitors may still use the Turtle beach area, but are urged not to wade, swim or participate in any other water recreation event until the advisory is lifted. It is still safe to fish and consume fish caught in this area. File photo.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • October 21, 2011
Beach water advisory issued for Turtle Beach

Sarasota County Health Department officials discovered an elevated level of enterococci (enteric) bacteria from beach water samples.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Mark Smith, president of the board of directors of All Faiths Food Bank.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 21, 2011
IN THE PUBLIC EYE: Mark Smith

President of the board of directors of All Faiths Food Bank; he has been a member of the board since 2006.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 21, 2011
COMMUNITY SPORTS TIPS: Grip

This week, Tara Golf & Country Club PGA Golf Professional Melissa Williams shares tips on improving your grip.

  • East County
  • Sports
Max Goldner enjoys the beach on Long Island but is currently prohibited by town codes from visiting Longboat Key’s beaches.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 21, 2011
Committee to sniff out dog beach issues

The Longboat Key Town Commission agreed that a committee should discuss ways to compromise on allowing dogs to access a small section of the island's beaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sally Schule, Gwen MacKenzie, Kyla Weiner, Susan Jones and Alex Quarles
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 20, 2011
Key to the Cure 'The Pink Party'

Key to the Cure 'The Pink Party'

  • Black Tie
Dr. Janet Whitlock was surprised by all the people who were in the  hospital to greet her and wish her a happy birthday and congratulate her on 30 years as a veterinarian at Beneva Animal Hospital.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 20, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Surprise party at Beneva Animal Hospital

The Beneva Animal Hospital held an open house and surprise birthday and anniversary party on for Dr. Janet Whitlock, Thursday, Oct. 20 at the hospital. Whitlock has been the owner and main veterinarian at the facility for 30 years.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Women’s Club of Lakewood Ranch members Linda McGrath and Gunnel Nilsson both live in Lakewood Ranch Country Club.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 20, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY:Lakewood Ranch Women's Club Bazaar, Boutique and Luncheon

Members of the Lakewood Ranch Women's Club enjoyed an afternoon of socializing and shopping during the club's fifth annual Bazaar, Boutique and Luncheon Oct. 19 at Fete Ballroom at the Polo Grill and Bar. Guests enjoyed perusing the various boutiques and vendors who were displaying a variety of items, including quilts, light boys, children's toys, scrapbooking accessories, handmade doll clothes, plants, jewelry and more, before sitting down to lunch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
These doves found a comfy perch on Lakewood Ranch Main Street today.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 20, 2011
PHOTO OF A DAY: Birds of a feather

These doves found a comfy perch on Lakewood Ranch Main Street today.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rev. Dean Taylor
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • October 20, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Rev. Dean Taylor

Rev. Dean Taylor arrived this month at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, do you know these things about him?

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 20, 2011
IDA approves positions, website

The Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority today approved plans to hire several part-time employees and to create a new governance website.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 20, 2011
Sheriff to step up DUI enforcement

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office will increase DUI enforcement Oct. 25 through Nov. 1.

  • East County
  • News
Pictured are Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore, Dr. Andre Renard, School Board member Julie Aranibar and County Commission candidate Vanessa Baugh. Photo courtesy of Michael Polin.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 20, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: LECOM hosts gala

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton on Oct. 15 hosted a fundraiser.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Owen Comora
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 20, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Owen Comora

Do you know the senior senior bird naturalist at Myakka River State Park, Owen Comora?

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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