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  • By Donna Swan
  • February 2, 2011
Deal us in

A trump shift is the winning move here

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Clayton Rosaire in February 2011.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • February 2, 2011
Peaceable Kingdom

The East County's Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary is home to some of the world's most fascinating creatures. For the next four weekends, the sanctuary will be hosting its annual Animal Extravaganza fundraiser. Demonstrations will be at 6 p.m., Fridays, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., Saturdays, and 2 p.m., Sundays, through Feb. 27, at the sanctuary, 7101 Palmer Road, Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lodge members Mary Bilkie and Joanne DiCarlo packaged raisins, jerky and other treats to put in backpacks for children in need at Freedom Elementary School.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 2, 2011
Elks enlist in Backback Club

The Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge is partnering with the Backpack Club at Freedom Elementary School to provide donations.

  • East County
  • News
Justin Lizardi received 180 days in county jail and must complete a rehabilitation program and two-and-one-half years of probation.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • February 2, 2011
Lizardi sentenced for 2010 burglaries

Former Lakewood Ranch/Braden River student Justin Lizardi must complete a rehabilitation program as part of his sentence.

  • East County
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Anna May Eisenberg and Jan Polman
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 1, 2011
'Embrace the Dream' Fashion Show and Luncheon

'Embrace the Dream' Fashion Show and Luncheon

  • Black Tie
Officials signed the proclamation during a ceremony Monday at Twin Lakes Park Auditorium in Sarasota.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 1, 2011
Healthcare officials fight prescription drug misuse

CEOs from 12 hospitals and four health departments in the region signed a special proclamation Monday.

  • East County
  • News
Dr. Sean Snaith said a recovery in property values will lag two years behind other economic recovery indicators.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 1, 2011
County to ignore state economic forecasts

Sarasota County staff believe the state's recovery predictions are so unlikely that they jeopardize crucial budget planning.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 1, 2011
Buchanan pushes military tribunal law

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan on Jan. 26 introduced legislation requiring terrorist to be tried as military combatants, not common criminals.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 1, 2011
County accepting exemption applications

The Manatee County Property Appraiser's Office has partnered with the Tax Collector to provide East County and other residents more convenient locations to file 2011 exemptions.

  • East County
  • News
Dep. Chief Skip Falcone, center, discusses building conditions with firefighter/paramedics.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 1, 2011
LBK Fire Rescue conducts inspections

Firefighter/paramedics will inspect multi-family and commercial structures throughout the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota Crew members rowed with all their might during the remaining seconds of their 2010 ergathon.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • February 1, 2011
Sarasota Crew attempting Guinness records

Sarasota Crew hopes to snag three world records this Saturday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tim Mulqueen joined Schroeder-Manatee Ranch as its director of sports earlier this month.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 1, 2011
SMR launches naming, logo contest

The Lakewood Ranch developer today will launch a contest to name and design a logo for the 22-field sports complex it is constructing adjacent to the Lakewood Ranch Post Office.

  • East County
  • News
Extreme wear and tear on manholes, as well as underground gases eating away at them, require periodic replacement.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • January 31, 2011
Manhole work will affect downtown traffic

Overnight lane closures are expected from Monday through Wednesday on Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Oceanview Publishing Manager Frank Troncale, center, with co-owners/authors Robert and Patricia Gussin
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 31, 2011
Oceanview publication nominated for Edgar Award

'Thrillers: 100 Must Reads' was nominated in the 'Best Critical Biography' category.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy challenged children to play for an hour every day.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 31, 2011
Buccaneers' McCoy visits Bashaw

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy made a special visit to Bashaw Elementary School last week to share with children about the importance of eating right and exercising. The program was part of 'Fuel Up to Play 60,' a national in-school health and wellness program.

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