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Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Longboat Observer archives.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 5, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Longboat Key

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Jose I. Castro is a leading expert on North American sharks.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 5, 2011
Mote scientist publishes North American shark guide

Jose I. Castro's new book, "The Sharks of North America" provides a comprehensive field guide.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Click inside to see one of our favorite Cops Corner entries from the archives.
  • By Rob Roy
  • August 5, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

  • Sarasota
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A Florida League of Cities lobbying workshop will be held next month at City Hall, 1565 First St.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 5, 2011
City to host lobbying workshop

The city of Sarasota will host a workshop session to teach elected officials and others how to lobby on behalf of local goverments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Betty Poire’s dress spins while dancing with John Moldthan.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • August 5, 2011
Weekend Best Bet: Florida State DanceSport Championships

Head over to the Ritz Carlton, Sarasota this weekend to see some amazing dance moves.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 4, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
August Code Enforcement meeting canceled
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 4, 2011
August Code Enforcement meeting canceled

The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 12.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The burglary occurred sometime between July 31 and Aug. 3.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 4, 2011
Heritage Harbour home burglarized

A home in the 7800 block of River Preserve Drive was robbed of jewelry sometime this week.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 4, 2011
Buffalo Creek LL registration dates set

Buffalo Creek Little League Baseball and Softball will hold open registration for its upcoming fall season from 6-8 p.m., Aug. 19 and 26 and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Aug. 20 and 27.

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The meeting will start at 9 a.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 4, 2011
County holds land-use meeting

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will meet today at 9 a.m.

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Cody Demming was eager to push off.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 4, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Dream Oaks Camp

Foundation for Dreams this week is finishing up its summer of camps for children with disabilities with a special "All Star" themed camp. Campers with disabilities such as ADHD and bi-polar disorder enjoyed canoeing, arts and crafts, swimming and other activities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • August 4, 2011
Skydivers request restriction change

When the County Commission last year amended the county code to restrict certain activities on the beach, it stipulated that parachuting would be allowed by permit only. After recent public comments decrying the policy, the commission has agreed to reconsider it.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • August 4, 2011
Changes may be near for Osprey intersection

After receiving continuous complaints from Osprey residents, the Florida Department of Transportation has reversed a decision it made just two weeks ago, in which it determined no changes were needed at the U.S. 41 and East Bay Street intersection.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 4, 2011
City mulls impact fee suspensions

City Commissioner Shannon Snyder suggested the city needs to examine closely the county's impact fees.

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  • News
Florida State Statute 288.1166 states that publicly funded professional sports facilities, such as Ed Smith Stadium, "shall be designated as a shelter site for the homeless."
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 4, 2011
Paralegal suggests Ed Smith Stadium should be a homeless shelter

A paralegal has found a state law that requires publicly funded pro sports stadiums to be used as homeless shelters. He's suggesting the local home of the Baltimore Orioles comply.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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