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Chucha Barber interviews Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore at MarVista Dockside in Longboat Key. Cinematographer/editor Josh McLawhron works to get the sound and images just right.
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  • September 23, 2019
Filmmakers point cameras at oyster preservation

Shell recycling project launched by Chiles becomes part of documentary.

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Goody bags were given to everyone who walked in the door.
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East Meets West bridges county lines to bring businesses together

Often, "east" was literally meeting "west" as business owners from both sides greeted each other at the event.

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Murder suspect arrested in Longboat

20-year-old Bradenton man was sought in connection with the death of shopkeeper.

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Town leaders are hesitant to alter the basic layout of Bayfront Park for new tennis courts.
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Longboat Key Commissioners reconsider the pickleball question

Town leaders debate potential locations and timing for new courts for both tennis and pickleball.

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Work on the Longboat Pass bridge has been ongoing since June and is scheduled to be finished by early autumn.
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  • September 20, 2019
FDOT money set aside to study Longboat Pass bridge

Replacement would be years away if study leads to that conclusion.

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  • September 19, 2019
Two reapply for seats on Longboat Key retirement board

Three-year terms come up for renewal for Sawyer, Cona.

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  • September 19, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: September 19

Sergio Albuquerque captured this image of a great blue heron at sunset on Longboat Key.

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Used with permission by David Ramba.
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  • September 18, 2019
Town lobbyist protects Longboat Key interests at state level

David Ramba focuses on issues like beach re-nourishment and short-term vacation rentals.

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  • September 18, 2019
Historic Longboat Key house up for sale after large-scale renovation

Owner of Longbeach Village house looks for new owner after large-scale renovation.

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  • September 18, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: I'm fine . . . really

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

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Allan Mestel and his work.
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  • September 16, 2019
Up close and personal: Longboat Key photographer makes an impact with recent exhibit

Allan Mestel showcases the humanity of all people in an exhibit spanning over two and a half years of work.

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Vicki Mann, a former employee of a past bank in this same location, waits outside to say goodbye to her old coworkers. Friday was the last day of operation at Fidelity Bank on Longboat Key. All photos by Sten Spinella.
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  • September 13, 2019
Despite grassroots efforts, Longboat Key's Fidelity bank closes

Ameris/Fidelity withheld details regarding the impetus for closing.

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  • September 12, 2019
Settlement accepted in Longboat Key's short-term rental lawsuit

The defendants admitted to violating town code.

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  • September 12, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: September 12

Longboat Key weather page photo: September 12

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  • September 12, 2019
St. Armands patrons learn that tea can be what's for dinner

The Spice and Tea Exchange on St. Armands Circle showcased the versatile leaves.

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Locations of the new St. Armands speed tables are marked in red.
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Osprey play an important role in local ecosystems, and they seek out high perches on either designated nesting perches or, as in this case, power poles.
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