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Sarasota philanthropist Ernie Kretzmer, a generous supporter of the city's artistic institutions, died Aug. 24 at age 99.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 19, 2013
Resident to help fund roundabout

Although he's reluctant to step into the spotlight, Lido Key resident Ernie Kretzmer has agreed to help fund the city's construction of a downtown roundabout.

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Carlson Studio Architecture designed the proposed nature center for the Sarasota Audubon Society.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 18, 2013
Nature center and industrial complex provide similar boons

The Audubon Society and Benderson Development will work together to create friendly boundaries on dual projects east of Interstate 75.

  • East County
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Chuck and Gayle Sobieck with Mike Plunkett and Kathy Mathews
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Sanctuary Holiday Party

Residents of the Sanctuary at Longboat Key Club gathered to celebrate the holidays over cocktails and finger food on Wednesday, Dec. 18.

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Calista Hidalgo as Snow White
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • December 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Gullett Elementary's 'A Snow White Christmas'

B.D. Gullett Elementary School fifth grade students performed their version of "A Snow White Christmas", Dec. 17. Student actors and actresses performed seven scenes, and choir members sang songs.

  • East County
  • Schools
Engineers from the Florida Department of Transportation are evaluating damage to the overpass.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 18, 2013
UPDATE: Interstate reopens after closure

Southbound Interstate 75, around mile marker 184, reopened after 4:10 p.m. Wednesday.

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Co-Chairs of the luncheon Graci and Denis McGillicuddy with Carol Buchanan.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Embracing Our Differences annual luncheon

Embracing Our Differences held its annual luncheon Wednesday, Dec. 18, at Michael's on East. The event, co-chaired by Carol Buchanan and Dennis and Graci McGillicuddy, celebrated the non-profits impact on the community.

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The estate at 6633 Gulf of Mexico Drive has nearly 10,000 square feet of living space in three separate pavilions. (Courtesy Michael Saunders & Co.)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 18, 2013
Longboat estate listed for $22 million

The $22 million price tag is a record in the Sarasota, according to listing agent Deborah Beacham.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Activities offered to students and their families Dec. 18 at Party in the Park include face painting and crafts.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • December 18, 2013
Freedom Elementary hosts annual park party

Freedom Elementary faculty, students and their families, will converge from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 18, at Freedom Elementary, for the annual Party in the Park event.

  • East County
  • News
A water main leak has reduced the southbound convergence of U.S. 41 and U.S. 301 to one lane until this afternoon, according to a city press release.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 18, 2013
Water main leak causes U.S. 41/U.S. 301 lane closures

Although a water main leak under the pavement has been repaired, southbound traffic at the convergence of U.S. 41 and U.S. 301 is limited to one lane.

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Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High Schools both received an “A” for the second year in a row.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • December 18, 2013
East County high schools get 'A' grades

Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High Schools earned 'A' grades from the state in the 2013 High School Accountability Grades released today by the Florida Department of Education.

  • East County
  • Schools
After the workshop, Superintendent Rick Mills will post his action plan to the district’s website for public viewing, based on his staff’s findings.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • December 18, 2013
School board to discuss response to audits

The Manatee County School Board will discuss corrective actions related to two state audits from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today, during a special workshop.

  • East County
  • Schools
The bananas foster is a Cafe L'Europe classic dessert prepared tableside en flambe.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 18, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Cafe L'Europe

This week we went in the kitchen at Cafe L'Europe, with owner Betsie Coolidge, while servers prepare two signature tableside dishes, shrimp Pernod and bananas foster. Get the recipes and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

  • Siesta Key
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Josh Siegel. Rick Mills reassured his finance staff during a special holiday lunch that the district remains on a path to recovery, despite challenges presented in two state audits in the past month.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • December 18, 2013
Reports elicit strong response

Rick Mills, Manatee County School District superintendent, says his goals remain the same, even after two state Auditor General's Office reports revealed more financial challenges for the district.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 18, 2013
Developers plan Creekwood townhomes

Commission approves plans for 116 townhomes in the Creekwood community.

  • East County
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Courtesy photo
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • December 18, 2013
Dancer lands a leading role in ballet

After playing nearly every role in 'The Nutcracker,' Isabelle Starner comes full circle, from a snow flurry to the Snow Queen.

  • East County
  • News
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