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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 25, 2010
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Carly Mitchell

Haile Middle School student Carly Mitchell broke her ankle in May playing soccer. But just two weeks after rejoining practices, Mitchell, 13, and her teammates made it to the quarterfinals in the Challenge Sports 3v3 Nationals July 30 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 25, 2010
Building Permits

These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Aug. 13 through Aug. 19, in order of dollar amounts. (GMD = Gulf of Mexico Drive)

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 25, 2010
L'Ambiance unit sells for $2 million

Mitchell Pressman, of Olney, Md., sold Unit A-801 at the 145-unit L'Ambiance, 401 Longboat Club Road, to C. Warren and Mariana Olanow, of Rye, N.Y., for $2 million.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • August 25, 2010
Aerobic grandma: How to successfully recondition yourself

Starting up an exercise program can be easier than you think. Use these tips from a local trainer to jump start your routine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
Pines art class cultivates ageless creativity

Artist Barbara Dondero helps seniors express their thoughts and feelings through her popular art class.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
Stand-up guy

Sarasota funny man Tim Wilkins comes home to roost. The comedian talks about the road, his image and why he's exactly where he wants to be.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
Scene-stealer

The Players Theatre's John Reynolds explains why he prefers to take the scenic route.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • August 25, 2010
FILM REVIEW: 'Get Low'

Set during the Depression in the Tennessee backwoods, "Get Low" spins the tale of an infamous recluse who comes out of hiding to plan his own funeral party.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 25, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Imperial Fine Art

Imperial Fine Art, 1455 Main St., is owned by Robert and Irene Kelley.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 25, 2010
Sunset Swirls

Ronald Johnson submitted this sunset photo, taken on the north end of the Key. Please send your sunset (or sunrise) photos to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, Fla., 34228, or e-mail them to [email protected].

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Donna Swan
  • August 25, 2010
Deal Us In: What to lead

Opening leads often determine the outcome of a bridge hand. North has a good hand. He forced the game and then made a slow raise, showing extra values. His response to Roman Key Card Blackwood showed zero or three key cards. You have a few seconds to decide on your lead.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 24, 2010
Buchanan cruises to victory

U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, won the Republican primary against Don Baldauf by 49,290 votes, capturing 84% of the vote.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • August 24, 2010
Patterson prevails

Incumbent County Commissioner Nora Patterson's victory over Siesta Key businessman Mark Smith was one of several key races decided in Tuesday's primary election.

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  • By Michael Eng and Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2010
TOO CLOSE TO CALL

With just 245 votes separating challenger Julie Aranibar and incumbent Jane Pfeilsticker for the Manatee County School Board District 3 seat, both candidates will continue their campaigns to November's general election.

  • East County
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 24, 2010
Firefighters rise to training challenge (WITH VIDEO)

Firefighters from Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department and West Manatee and Englewood fire districts began high-rise training.

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  • News
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