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Read the top stories from all Observers' Cops Corner.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • September 23, 2011
Top Cops of the Week

Enjoy the top Cops Corner cases featured in all Observers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Motorists need to be aware of various delays at Sarasota County intersections.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • September 23, 2011
Traffic signal installations cause delays

Sarasota County traffic signals are being upgraded this month and will cause traffic delays at various locations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Motorists need to be aware of various delays at Sarasota County intersections.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • September 23, 2011
Traffic signal installations cause delays

Sarasota County traffic signals are being upgraded this month and will cause traffic delays at various locations.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 23, 2011
Historical Society hosts river cleanup

The Old Braden River Historical Society will hold a river cleanup Sept. 24 at Linger Lodge RV Resort and Campground.

  • East County
  • News
Co-chairs Monica Barth and Kyla Weiner
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • September 22, 2011
Handbags and Happy Hour

Handbags and Happy Hour

  • Black Tie
Joe and Joan Lovingood
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • September 22, 2011
Center for Great Apes Reception

Center for Great Apes Reception

  • Black Tie
Officials broke ground on the Esplanade community today. Photo courtesy of Candice McElyea.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 22, 2011
Developer breaks ground on Esplanade

Developer Taylor Morrison today broke ground on Lakewood Ranch's newest community, Esplanade.

  • East County
  • News
April Piana of Cutting Loose Salon and Spa applies the finishing touches to fashion show model, Penny Hill.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 22, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Finishing Touches

Models showcased fashions from Eileen Fisher and Brooks Brothers during the Council of Realtors, Sarasota Chapter's fashion show and luncheon Sept. 21 at the Polo Grill and Bar.

  • East County
  • News
Beth Pheney, Nancy Phillips, Donna Soda and Julie Cutmore all belong to the Summit Group in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 22, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Women's Council of Realtors, Sarasota Chapter's fashion show

More than 300 business professionals and their guests gathered at the Polo Grill and Bar for the Women's Council of Realtors, Sarasota Chapter's annual fashion show and luncheon Sept. 21. Guests enjoyed lunch, a fashion show, featuring fashions from Eileen Fisher and Brooks Brothers, and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event benefit the Women's Council of Realtors Education Fund and Children First, an organization dedicated to strengthening children and families by improving the quality of their lives.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 22, 2011
COMMUNITY SPORTS TIPS: Staying Positive

This week, University Park Country Club Tennis Director Jared Grose shares tips for positive and stress free matches.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA) has offered its assistance to the town in its search for an interim town manager.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 22, 2011
FCCMA offers to help with interim manager search

The group can provide guidance through former managers and a list of managers currently seeking employment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Ringling Bridge will close one inside traffic lane next week during the hours of 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • September 22, 2011
Ringling Bridge becoming energy efficient

The Ringling Bridge's 98 streetlights will be retrofitted with energy efficient lights starting next week.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 22, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Longboat Key

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Longboat Observer archives.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 22, 2011
Land deal made on Tara Bridge

Manatee County Commissioners on Tuesday approved a $1.6 million deal to purchase land from developer Pat Neal as part of an eminent domain settlement agreement.

  • East County
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • September 22, 2011
IT restructuring irks Bartolotta

The city manager believes the Sarasota City Commission's decision to transfer the Information Technology Department out of his office is a reflection on his management ability.

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