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Jocelyn Lerma sprinted to the front as her class began its walk.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: McNeal Walk-a-thon

Children at McNeal Elementary School walked - and ran - Nov. 8, during the school's annual Walk-a-thon fundraiser.

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Scott Anderson and Renee Hamad
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  • November 9, 2012
Night of Hope Gala "A Night in White Satin"

Night of Hope Gala "A Night in White Satin"

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Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as he reports the daily headlines.
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 9, 2012
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  • November 9, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Scottish St. Andrew's Festival

This weekend's brings the Scottish culture to life.

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Jane Weir and Evonne Collins
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  • Josh Siegel
  • November 9, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm-Aire Women's Club Fashion Show Fundraiser

PHOTO GALLERY: Palm-Aire Women's Club Fashion Show Fundraiser

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It's been a disappointing season for first-year coach Curt Bradley and the Braden River Pirates who have been plagued with injuries all season long.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 9, 2012
Friday Night Clash: Nov. 9

Regular seasons close out tonight as match ups include: Braden River vs. Palmetto Ridge, Lakewood Ranch at Manatee, ODA vs. Cardinal Mooney and more.

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Sarasota Tree Advisory Council Chair Chris Hice chats with Sarasota County staff yesterday during the Tree Convocation, at Twin Lakes Park.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 9, 2012
STAC seeks unusual suspects

Sarasota County staff and the Tree Advisory Council collected public input on tree-policy priorities and how to engage the community yesterday during the first Tree Convocation.

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A new Longboat Key Fire Rescue boat was dedicated last week.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 9, 2012
Commissioners praise new fire boat

A new Longboat Key Fire Rescue boat was dedicated last week and is already being utilized.

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Carl Wall and Georgianna Strauser
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 8, 2012
In The Pink: A Taste of NewGate

In The Pink: A Taste of NewGate

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James Amato and Christine Jennings
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 8, 2012
JukeBox 50s Revue

JukeBox 50s Revue

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Fran Blum, Flori Roberts and Nancy Markle
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  • November 8, 2012
Designing Women Boutique VIP Reception

Designing Women Boutique VIP Reception

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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2012
Lakewood Ranch WGA celebrates with Monster Bash

The Lakewood Ranch 18-hole Women's Golf Association celebrated Halloween during its Monster Bash Oct. 30.

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Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as he reports the daily headlines.
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  • November 8, 2012
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The meeting is being held at the county's administrative building.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 8, 2012
Planning Commission to discuss SMR project

The Manatee County Planning Commission meets at 9 a.m. today.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 8, 2012
In the hot seat

Visitors at the Sunday, Nov. 4 SECA Car Show, on Hillview Street, stopped to admire this washroom on wheels.

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