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The pigs have been seen at the side of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard foraging for food. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 20, 2019
Hog family hams it up in daylight

Large group of wild pigs wallow in public attention.

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Karen Nikla’s fourth-grade class members at Robert E. Willis Elementary School explored their creativity.
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  • Andrew Atkins
  • February 20, 2019
A place for poetry

Fourth-grade teacher Karen Nikla spent a month of class time exploring poetry, reading the likes of Shel Silverstein and Jack Prelutsky and teaching her students the magic of weaving words.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2019
Black tie is rolling out a new social app

Seal steals the show, Judi Gallagher rocks the runway and Emily Walsh brings back an iconic dress.

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Paint Nail Bar, $18
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 20, 2019
Fashion Insider: Statement Earrings

Go big and bold when it comes to your earrings this season.

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Founder and Dreamers Academy Principal Ruby Zickafoose.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 19, 2019
Sarasota School Board OKs bilingual charter school

Sarasota’s newest charter school, Dreamers Academy, is slated to open in August.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 19, 2019
Sarasota School Board votes to extend Bowden's contract

Following a contentious morning school board workshop, board members approved of a contract extending Todd Bowden’s tenure to the 2022-2023 academic year.

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former Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts, Orioles pitcher Mychal Givens, Orioles mascot "Bird," Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini, Orioles pitcher Mike Wright Jr., and Madison Wright, a personal trainer and registered dietician.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 19, 2019
Students, Orioles tackle fitness and fun

Students were cheered on and led through fitness exercises by Orioles team members.

  • Sarasota
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Cleanup of the grafitti on the Unconditional Surrender statue has alread begun.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • February 19, 2019
Unconditional Surrender statue struck by graffiti

#MeToo spray painted on Sarasota landmark.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 18, 2019
Jimmy Wales talks Wikipedia, future of internet in Sarasota

The Wikipedia founder shared his thoughts on internet accessibility, censorship and more as part of the RCLA Town Hall Lecture series.

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Delicate centerpieces decorated the tables.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 18, 2019
Lunch ends on a high note for Sarasota Opera co-producers

The Co-Producer Luncheon was hosted Feb. 18 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
Maury and Executive Director Isaac Azerad
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 17, 2019
Temple Beth Israel celebrates 40th anniversary

The 40th Anniversary Gala was hosted Feb. 17 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 17, 2019
Fruitville lanes reopened after crash involving motorcyclist

Police had shut eastbound lanes between Beneva and McIntosh roads for hours.

  • Sarasota
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The expanded bar area is a mix of copper and wood.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 17, 2019
Renovated Mar Vista a hit with Longboat Key patrons

New, updated look, same menu

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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 16, 2019
Animal Rescue Coalition barks to 20 years

The Unconditional Love Gala was hosted Feb. 16 at Michael's On East.

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CEO Cheryl Mendelson and Kevin Jackson
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 16, 2019
Van Wezel Foundation welcomes Seal for annual gala

The Van Wezel Foundation gala was held Feb. 16 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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