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News

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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.

  • East County
  • Sports
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

  • Black Tie
Joe Combs treated daughter Alayna and son Ethan to ice cream
    By
  • 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.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kelly Kirschner spoke at Saturday's CCNA meeting regarding a proposal that would create a oversight board to monitor how funds generated by a School Board tax are spent.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 2, 2013
CCNA asks for greater oversight for School Board

At its meeting today, the group endorsed including the creation of an oversight committee in the ballot language of an upcoming School Board tax referendum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rebecca Bizick, Angie Nutter and Tammy Dentici
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 1, 2013
The Silver Lining Social

The Silver Lining Social

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Larry and Sheri Ellis with Cari Fallen and Howard Akey
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 1, 2013
Night of Hope Gala

Night of Hope Gala

  • Black Tie
Doris Berkey, Carol Butera, Denise Mei, Paul Bowman and Lea Mei
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 1, 2013
Flip Flops & Fashion

Flip Flops & Fashion

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Tim Clarke, Nick Gladding and Katie Moulton
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Greater Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce Salute to Business

The Greater Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce held the 2013 Salute to Business banquet, Friday Nov. 1. The Chamber recognized the achievements of its members and reviewed the success of the past year. Members also learned about current and future projects such as the Sarasota Tomorrow Next program. The award ceremony marked the beginning of the Chamber's 94th year of investing in the community.

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The Sarasota High football team celebrates following its 41-14 victory over Lakewood Ranch Nov. 1.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota High Football vs. Lakewood Ranch

The Sarasota High football team captured the Class 7A-District 10 tittle with a 41-14 victory over Lakewood Ranch Nov. 1. With the win, the Sailors clinched a berth in the playoffs for the first time since 2007.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ahoy! Tim and Beth Self are on board.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Chamber's SandFest

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce kicked off November with a splash, as patrons danced, sang and ate beachside Nov. 1 at the Siesta Beach Pavilion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tim and Lisa Holler with Melissa and Matt Rixon; Melissa Rixon is co-vice president of the McNeal Parent Teacher Organization.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: McNeal Elementary 10-year Anniversary Gala

Supporters came out to McNeal Elementary School's 10-year Anniversary Celebration Gala Nov. 1. The event, at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, featured a Texas Hold 'Em tournament, dancing, cocktails and food.

  • East County
  • Schools
John and Lisa Barnott with Cyndi and Todd Pokrywa
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Polo Grill Relaunch

Polo Grill celebrated its new look and menu Nov. 1 at its 2.0 Grand Relaunch Party. The event at the Lakewood Ranch Main Street-based restaurant, featured hot and cold appetizers, wine, new menu samplings, live entertainment, dancing, raffles and free giveaways.

  • East County
  • News
Mara Kelsch, Lynne Hayden, Leslie Huber and Verna Schultz
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Historical Society Fish Fry

The Longboat Key Historical Society held their annual Old Time Fish Fry Friday, November 1. Guests spent the night dancing to live music performed by Blues Pigs and enjoying a seafood dinner.

  • Longboat Key
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Marissa Veith, Ilona Van Sprundel and Lexi Bruneman were eager to see their teacher get wet in the dunk tank.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Witt Walk-a-thon

Children at Gene Witt Elementary School helped raise money for their special-education classes, including music and physical education, Nov. 1, during Witt's annual walk-a-thon fundraiser.

  • East County
  • Schools
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