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Runners pound the pavement for the Turkey Trot 5K.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Turkey Trot 5K

Runners woke up early and braved the cold weather Thanksgiving Day for the annual Turkey Trot 5K. Athletes sported holiday-themed attire and made their way over the Ringling Bridge to kick of the day's festivities.

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  • David Conway
  • November 28, 2013
DID reconsiders parking meters

Finding new sources of revenue topped the priority list for the Downtown Improvement District at its recent workshop, during which members suggested bringing back parking meters.

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A 10-story condominium is planned for the site that currently houses an abandoned gas station.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 28, 2013
Burns Square property has 'zen' future

The lot at Pineapple Avenue and Ringling Boulevard is the future site of a 10-story condominium building with some unique features.

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The project in Red Bug Slough aims to filter runoff and improve water quality in nearby Roberts Bay.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 28, 2013
Red Bug Slough project back on schedule

After being delayed by September's heavy rainfall, a wetland project at the popular nature preserve moves forward again.

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Robert Marbut, the consultant hired to address the region’s homelessness issues, addresses a joint meeting of the city and county commissions on Monday.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 28, 2013
Sarasota residents speak out about homeless shelter

During Monday's joint meeting, city and county commissioners identified three sites as potential locations for a regional 'come as you are' shelter.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2013
News Briefs

Plea deal struck for fatal 2012 DUI crash on Siesta; Controversy continues to cook at Bob's Boathouse; Industrial project chosen for county-owned land

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The project, slated for completion in October, will continue into the new year.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 28, 2013
Siesta seawall procures no quick completion

A city-county project to restore the Bay Island Park seawall has stalled due to death of the contractor.

  • Sarasota
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Puppy Town on South Tamiami Trail is one area pet retailer that would be affected by the proposed ordinance.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 28, 2013
Pressure mounts against area puppy shops

An area animal-rights advocacy group pushes for a county ordinance to crack down on what it claims is the inhumane treatment of animals in area pet stores.

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Erika Quartermaine, 35, of Sarasota, has been an assistant state attorney in the 12th Judicial Circuit Court since 2009.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 28, 2013
Sarasota native steps into county court

Gov. Rick Scott recently appointed Sarasota native and Pine View High School graduate Erika Quartermaine to serve as a judge on the Sarasota County Court.

  • East County
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Asher Weintraub, 9, of New York City, created the "menurkey."
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 28, 2013
Thanksgivukkah: Gobble tov

There's more to the rare convergence of Thanksgiving and the first day of Hanukkah than menurkeys and cranberry-filled doughnuts.

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Rabbi Mendy Bukiet explains the menorah is made of cans, because it was the first time Hannukah overlapped with Thanksgiving.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 27, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Hanukkah Celebration

Manatee and Sarasota County residents joined in celebration Nov. 27, as Chabad of Bradenton hosted its annual Hanukkah event on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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Some Thanksgiving facts to whip out at the dinner table.
  • By Nicole Thompson
  • November 27, 2013
Thanksgiving by the Numbers

Do you know how many turkeys were forecasted to be raised in the U.S. this year? We do.

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Cafe Gabbiano is located on Siesta Key in the heart of the village and offers fine Italian dining along with an extensive wine selection.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 27, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Cafe Gabbiano

This week we went in the kitchen at Cafe Gabbiano as chef Paolo DeCosta prepares an Allen Brothers filet with wild mushroom and truffle pate sauce paired with a parmesan risotto. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

  • Siesta Key
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Chabad of Bradenton's Thanksgiving Hanukkah Celebration event starts at 6:30 p.m., on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 27, 2013
East County celebrates Hanukkah

Chabad of Bradenton will celebrate Hanukkah tonight as it lights a menorah made out of canned goods on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 27, 2013
Burglaries put residents on alert

Lakewood Ranch officials and residents take action after a recent trend of home burglaries along the I-75 corridor raises concerns.

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