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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 14, 2014
East Manatee Fire preps for growth

East Manatee Fire Rescue firefighters this week learned skills they'll use on the rescue's new ladder truck.

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Aidan Watkins says his speaking part perfectly.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw American Education Program

Third-grade students at Bashaw Elementary school sang about exploration and the greatness of their country during a special American Education Week program Nov. 13, at the school.

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Executive Chef Andrea Bozzolo creates an arugula salad.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Amore by Andrea grand opening

On Thursday, Nov. 13, Amore by Andrea held its grand opening. The restaurant is in the same location as Mattison's Steakhouse, which closed in 2008.

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Melinda Sharrit, of Mote Ranch, with Nancy Small and Linda Wokoun, both of Lakewood Ranch, came as guests of event organizer Susan Jordan, not pictured.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Newcomers Club Fashion Show

Members and guests of the Sarasota Newcomers Club gathered Nov. 13 for a special luncheon and fashion show, at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

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Sarasota County Commissioner Christine Robinson was appointed to the commission in 2010 and elected in 2012. File Photo.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
County Commissioner chosen as Argus executive director

Christine Robinson, District 3 commissioner, will take the place of former director Kerry Kirschner in January.

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At his last meeting as a Heritage Harbour South CDD supervisor, Joe Jaudon voted for district staff to create a contract for off-duty deputy speed enforcement.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 13, 2014
Heritage Harbour speeds toward off-duty deputy contract

Heritage Harbour South Community Development District supervisors agreed Nov. 12 to craft a contract with Manatee County Sheriff's Office for the hire of an off-duty deputy to enforce speed limits.

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Hannah Figueras, Madelyn Kumar, Domenic Aluise, Victoria Sinclair and Merritt Kendzior are eager to compete. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2014
Students head to Abu Dhabi

East County students left today for the F1 in Schools World Finals.

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Linda Holland and Linda Jacob work to clean up the pavilion at Gillespie Park in advance of an event Wednesday.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
Gillespie Park faces homeless problem

The latest area to see issues arise from a new homeless population, Gillespie Park residents hope the city will take action on their behalf.

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Siesta Key residents ask questions after the Florida Department of Transportation’s presentation on the future of the intersection of Beach Road and Midnight Pass. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
Residents go around about traffic

FDOT is considering three options for the Beach Road/Midnight Pass intersection, but residents remain wary of a roundabout's effect on traffic.

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Local business owner Chris Brown, right, with business partner Mike Granthon, left, purchased the Siesta Market property for $2.8 million. Photos by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
Brown expands Siesta properties list

Chris Brown and his business partner purchased the Siesta Market property at the beginning of November, adding to their collection of parcels on Siesta Key.

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Alex Quarles CEO of Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Inc., Brenda Johnson, Brian Johnson, Dr. James Shumacher and Sarasota Memorial Hospital CEO David Verinder.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • November 13, 2014
SMH partners with AC/DC singer Brian Johnson

Sarasota Memorial Hospital banded together with AC/DC lead singer Brian Johnson to open the Brian Johnson Music Therapy Center for pediatric patients.

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In the wake of a 2013 lawsuit, City Commissioner Susan Chapman regularly seeks legal opinions on whether or not she is allowed to attend outside events in her capacity as an elected official.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
Sunshine issues drag on for commissioners

More than a year after a lawsuit alleged commissioners violated the Sunshine Law by attending a meeting, city leaders are still dealing with headaches stemming from the case.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
News Briefs

Sarasota County bags Sunday booze ban; Wawa slated for North Sarasota; Longboat resident charged in road rage stabbing

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The parking lot at Orange Avenue and Laurel Street — which sits in the shadow of a 15-story building — could be the site of an undesirable development at some point in the future, some Laurel Park residents fear. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
Laurel Park residents push for parking lot purchase

Following pushback from merchants, the city's lease on the parking lot at Orange Avenue and Laurel Street was renewed in October 2013 after lapsing that summer.

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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
Planning Commission OKs Osprey development

Although neighbors successfully petitioned for a lower density for the Palms at Casey Key project, worries remain.

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