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Sarasota Police arrested 55-year-old David Christner Saturday, Nov. 2, for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Man stabbed with ice pick during parking scuffle

The victim, found at the middle of the Siesta Key north bridge, required a blood transfusion.

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Master sand sculptors arrived early to help create the sponsor sculpture for the 2012 Siesta Key Crystal Classic.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Crystal Classic organizers seek volunteers

Siesta Key Crystal Classic planners have asked for volunteers to assist five master sand sculptors create a 60-foot-long sculpture ahead of the event.

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The Sarasota Bay Water Festival took over Ken Thompson park, Saturday Nov. 2.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
MONDAY EVENT MASHUP: Sarasota Bay Water Festival

Sarasota Bay Water Festival; Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce's SandFest; Polo Grill 2.0 Relaunch Party; and MORE!

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A regular meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. tonight at Town Hall will establish a fund balance policy for the commission and review an interlocal agreement with the Planning, Zoning and Building Department.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 4, 2013
ULI work begins today

Commissioners will hold their first special meeting to review a list of recommendations from an Urban Land Institute study that cost taxpayers $125,000 at 1:30 p.m. today at Town Hall.

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Half Shell Seafood House, formerly Half Shell Oyster House, moved from Main Street in Sarasota.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Formerly the Half Shell Oyster House, the restaurant moved from Main Street in Sarasota to Manatee County, at 5231 University Parkway in the former Red Elephant Pizza space.

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  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

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    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Formerly the Half Shell Oyster House, the restaurant moved from Main Street in Sarasota to Manatee County, at 5231 University Parkway in the former Red Elephant Pizza space.

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Bayfront Park Recreation Center is located at 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 4, 2013
Bayfront Park Rec Center announces programs

The schedule for November and December includes fitness classes and bridge.

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American Eagle has thousands of stores and outlet stores across the country, including at Westfield's Sarasota Square Mall and the Ellenton Premium Outlets.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
American Eagle commits to mega mall

American Eagle Outfitters, an apparel retailer targeted at young adults and teenagers, has committed to the Mall at University Town Center.

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Ron and John Gricius check out the 1970 Mercedes Benz 280 SL
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Southside Village SECA Car Show

Car lovers came out for The Southside Village SECA Car Show Sunday, November 3. Over 150 sports, exotic, classic, and antique cars were on display for the public. Many reminisced, while some just enjoyed the collection of colorful cars. All proceeds benefited The Life of Riley Foundation.

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Chris Lusk and Pamela Hahlbeck enjoy their soups
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bowls of Hope

Locals had soup and bread for lunch at the Bowls of Hope Sunday, November 3. Guests were able to choose three soups out of 42 made by local restaurants. Ceramic bowls created by local artists and school children were available for guests to take home. All proceeds benefited the All Faiths Food Bank.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 3, 2013
Cougars capture district crown

The Cardinal Mooney High football team captured the Class 3A-District 10 crown with a 35-10 victory over Fort Myers Bishop Verot Nov. 1.

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Julie Anderson and Angie Stringer
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 2, 2013
'Rockin' Lobster' - Lobster Boil and Beach Party

'Rockin' Lobster' - Lobster Boil and Beach Party

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Joe Combs treated daughter Alayna and son Ethan to ice cream
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: 2013 Sarasota Bay Water Festival

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival took over Ken Thompson park, Saturday Nov. 2. The festival offered guests a day full of live music, educational workshops, fun activities and panel discussions. The event was free and celebrated the importance of the Sarasota Bay.

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Max Majorski, 3, makes plans for his new plant.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Family Fall Festival

Rainy weather didn't stop the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast's Family Fall Festival Nov. 2.

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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
  • December 22, 2025
Longboat's Hope Seeds nears 10 years of giving back
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
  • December 22, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Andrew Carrillo
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
  • December 22, 2025
Speed limits reduced on nine roads in Manatee County
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
  • December 22, 2025
Buchanan's $1 million donation formally accepted for library
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Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa
  • December 22, 2025
Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa

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