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An eight-inch water main broke this morning, forcing Sarasota County crews to stop traffic on Webber Street.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 26, 2013
Sarasota County closes portion of Webber Street

Sarasota County has stopped eastbound and westbound traffic on Webber Street between Avery Avenue and Savory Drive due to a water-main break.

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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 26, 2013
Loefgren returns to chamber of commerce

The Board of Directors of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce unanimously supported Gail Loefgren's return to the chamber.

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Dave Parnkiske, Stephanie Carper, Pam Upton and Joyce Rosenberg
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Greyhawk Landing Adult Social

Residents of the Greyhawk Landing community came out Saturday night despite the rain. With a resident DJ playing classic tunes from 'way back when,' party-goers were able to mingle while enjoying each others' company and some snacks.

  • East County
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Nora and Matthew Supernaw relaxed in the shade.
  • By Josh Siegel and Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Community Activities Splash Bash

Lakewood Ranch Community Activities offered one last chance for children to experience summer at its Back to School Splash Bash Aug. 24, at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. The event included pool contests, a water slide, a dunk tank, snow cones and watermelon.

  • East County
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John Sekas from St. Petersburg has been competing for four years.
  • By Josh Siegel and Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Benderson Park Stand Up Paddleboard Challenge

Professional and beginner stand-up paddleboard racers competed in the Benderson Park Challenge at Nathan Benderson Park Aug. 24. Part of the Sarasota Stand Up Paddledboard Race Series, the event featured a three-mile, six-mile and sprint competition.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jenelle and Xavier Omatseye hung out with Curious George.
  • By Josh Siegel and Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Kiddie Academy Storytime LIVE!

Families gathered Aug. 24 at Kiddie Academy in Lakewood Ranch for the preschool's Storytime LIVE! event. Children got to meet Curious George and play on the playground. They also listened to a reading of the book, Curious George.

  • East County
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Senior Valorie Gochnauer touches up Lacey Landers' make-up during the game.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • August 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota bests Dixie Hollins

Students wearing orange shirts showed their Sailor spirit Friday, Aug. 23, at the Sarasota vs. Dixie Hollins football game. Sarasota High School stayed ahead through the entirety of the game.The final score 37-7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Runners, walkers and cyclists traverse the towering stretch of concrete, tourists pose for pictures and angles drop lines under the Ringling Bridge daily.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 23, 2013
FRIDAY FIVE: Little-known facts about the Ringling Bridge

As the Ringling Bridge celebrates its 10th anniversary, here are five facts about the towering structure you may not know.

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The resort’s tennis facilities were called “a very comfortable environment” and a “great place to improve your game” by tennis Olympic medalist Bob Bryan.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 23, 2013
Resort at Longboat Key Club a top 10 place to play tennis

The Tennis Gardens at Harbourside was the basis for the resort's selection as a top 10 place to play tennis nationwide.

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The plaza's developer has received new commitments from AIO Cellular, Amscot, Holistic for Pets and Popi’s Place.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • August 23, 2013
River Club Plaza announces new tenants

Casto, the developer of the plaza at the southeast intersection of State Road 70 and Interstate 75, recently received commitments from a wave of new tenants.

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Sarasota Police arrested two men Wednesday, Aug. 21, after executing search warrants.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 23, 2013
Sarasota Police uncover guns and drugs

Sarasota Police search warrants result in two arrests Wednesday.

  • Sarasota
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Siesta Key residents rallied to open Midnight Pass by shovel — years after the inlet was artificially closed — in the early 1980s.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 23, 2013
UPDATE: Midnight Pass talks continue

Sarasota County staff met with state officials Aug. 21, to hear the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's stance on reopening Midnight Pass.

  • Siesta Key
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Jesse Biter, a Sarasota entrepreneur known for his ambition, told business leaders he doesn’t spend much time in Lakewood Ranch, but admires its vision.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • August 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Breakfast of Champions

Jesse Biter, a Sarasota Entrepreneur, spoke to the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance about his admiration for Lakewood Ranch and plans to revitalize downtown Sarasota.

  • East County
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Construction crews remove the asphalt along Main Street near Mira Mar Court Thursday, Aug. 20, as part of an ongoing streetscape improvement project.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 22, 2013
Main Street construction update

While demolition is just beginning along some stretches of Main Street, the instillation of pavers and storm water management systems is almost complete elsewhere.

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Airfield improvements like better lighting and new wind cones earned SRQ a national award for safety.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • August 22, 2013
SRQ wins safety award

The FAA recognized Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport with a national award for safety.

  • Sarasota
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