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Forks and Corks 2014
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 27, 2014
Attendees talk Forks & Corks 2014

The Sarasota-Manatee Originals put on its annual Forks & Corks Sunday, Jan. 27 in the courtyard of The Ringling. The seventh annual event sold out in 8 minutes. Here's a video of the sights and sounds at the event in case you weren't one of the lucky 1,200 to get tickets.

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A proposed downtown circulator vehicle, provided by Cruise Car Inc., sits outside of the Palm Avenue parking garage before a trial run tests its battery life.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 27, 2014
Proposed downtown circulator vehicle gets test drive

Groups are beginning to investigate the viability of a downtown transportation system in which golf-cart style electric vehicles circulate passengers throughout the area.

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  • News
The accident resulted in three holes in the I-75 overpass. Photo courtesy of Lauren Hatchell.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 27, 2014
I-75 lanes at interchange to reopen at 6 p.m.

UPDATE: All I-75 lanes set to reopen

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The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort closed in August 2010. (File photo)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 27, 2014
Judge could announce Colony settlement decision today

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May could rule today on a settlement between Murf Klauber and the Colony Beach & Tennis Association.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Representatives from every public school and charter school in Manatee County will be at the fair to discuss educational programs, academies and opportunities.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • January 27, 2014
Information fair signals start of School Choice

Manatee County Public School District's School Choice enrollment period officially begins Jan. 28, but parents can also sign up their students at a School Information Fair Monday night.

  • East County
  • Schools
Joe Ashworth, Gina Pezzotti and Anne Marie Castabile
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 26, 2014
The 7th Annual Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

The 7th Annual Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 26, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike'

THEATER REVIEW: 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike'

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Kyra Strachov discusses her acrylic paintings on canvas with friend Bob Hammond.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Winter Art Festival

On Sunday, Jan. 26, St. Armands Circle was abuzz with more than 175 artists and craftsman for the 12th Annual St. Armands Winter Art Festival. The two-day event showcased everything from ceramics and sculptures to jewelry and handmade accessories.

  • Longboat Key
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Shawn and Christine Stephens run together as much as they can.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Half Marathon

Runners made their way Jan. 26 through Lakewood Ranch and onto Lakewood Ranch Main Street, during the annual Suncoast Half Marathon.

  • East County
  • News
Michael Browne, not pictured, show off his 1968 Riley Elf MKIII.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Car Meet

Afternoon rain showers didn't keep car enthusiasts from heading to Rangeland Parkway, in Lakewood Ranch, Jan. 26, for the 45th annual Devereaux-Kaiser Car Meet.

  • East County
  • News
Zaid Harakat, 10, shows off his battle skills.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Winter Carnival

Families at Tara Elementary School enjoyed an evening of food, inflatables and carnival-style games Jan. 24, during the school's winter carnival event. Families even had a chance to play in the snow.

  • East County
  • Schools
Co-Chairs Mary Keanely-Barbetta, Bridgett Spiess and Julie Delaney
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 25, 2014
25th Anniversary Catholic Charities Ball

25th Anniversary Catholic Charities Ball

  • Black Tie
Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles’ very own Madison Hildebrand was the guest of honor at the cocktail party.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Mingle With Madison

On Saturday, Jan. 25, Richard Perlman, an agent with Michael Saunders & Company, hosted 'Mingle with Madison' at Bayside Villa, a private estate for sale on Longboat Key. Madison Hildebrand, a Los Angeles real estate broker and star of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing LA, was the guest of honor.

  • Longboat Key
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Mary and Larry Marthaler
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Islander Club Welcome Back Party

On Saturday, Jan. 25, the Islander Club welcomed back its residents for the season with a party. Attendees enjoyed drinks and hors d'oeuvres while watching the sunset over the water.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Austin Warner, Jackson Warner, Lindsey Warner, Jan Marsh, David Marsh, Kristin Marsh, Kailey Marsh, Claire Marsh and Kara Marsh stand with the new Jim Marsh memorial statue.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: The Jim Marsh Memorial Garden Dedication

Longboat Island Chapel held a memorial garden dedication ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 25, in honor of the late Rev. Jim Marsh. From 1973 to 1996, he served as pastor of the church and had a large impact on the congregation.

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