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  • August 5, 2009
Back in Action

The East Manatee Bulldogs opened the 2009 season with their first practice Aug. 1.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • August 5, 2009
Pirates complete 48 to State run

With undoubtedly its toughest schedule on the horizon, the Braden River High football players spent the summer trying to stay one step ahead of its competition by running 48 100-yard sprints.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • August 5, 2009
Trainer focuses on kids' health

Heather Hackett spent most of her childhood overweight. Now she is hoping to help kids avoid a similar fate through her business, I Train Your Kids.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • August 5, 2009
Athlete of the Week: Ericka Schneider

The Observer spotlights golfer Ericka Schneider.

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  • August 5, 2009
Weather

The week's temperatures

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  • By Donna Swan
  • August 5, 2009
Deal Us In: Crocodile Coup

In this hand, West and his partner were playing a one-club opening bid that was strong, therefore, West opened with a one-diamond bid.

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  • By George Rauch
  • August 5, 2009
Market is operating at historical levels

The stock market has improved dramatically. The market is in a bull posture, and, if the government does the right things, the market could become robust once again.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • August 5, 2009
Eagle Scout project benefits scallop search

On Saturday, Aug. 8, volunteers will monitor the scallop population of Sarasota Bay by snorkeling alongside weighted ropes, called transect lines, in the second annual Sarasota Bay Great Scallop Search.

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  • August 5, 2009
Real Estate Reports

Real Estate Reports

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  • By Kent Chetlain
  • August 5, 2009
$2.1 million sale at St. Armands Towers

For the second straight week, Longboat and its surrounding keys had 15 real-estate sales for a total of 30 from July 13 through July 24.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • August 5, 2009
Cover story: Lively Exchange

In a home exchange, two parties agree to swap residences for vacation. Longboat Key residents who have tried it say it's a great way to save money and experience a new culture.

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    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • August 5, 2009
Progressive dinner

Take a trip around the world with the numerous eclectic and authentic restaurants in the Gulf Gate area.

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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 5, 2009
Traveling shows

The Asolo Repertory Theatre's travel club will head north of the border this fall to Niagaraon-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada, for Ontario's beloved Shaw Festival.

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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • August 5, 2009
Profiles of Summer: Resident Soprano

Michelle Giglio has captivated audiences from the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall to the Theâtre des Champs Élysees.

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  • August 5, 2009
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