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Bird Key received historical designation 99 years after the erection of the key's first mansion.
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  • Katie Hendrick
  • January 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Historical Marker Dedication

Bird Key's first home was constructed in 1914. On Saturday, Jan. 5, the community celebrated the unveiling its historical marker.

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Courtney and Gloria Blackman
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  • Katie Hendrick
  • January 4, 2013
All Angels by the Sea Annual Epiphany Concert

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church held its annual Epiphany concert Friday, Jan. 4, followed by a light reception.

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Join Emily Walsh for the Daily Headlines.
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  • January 4, 2013
Jan. 4: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Gallons of sewage leak from Lift Station 7; City hires finance director; County denies negligence in Chen death; Colony submits settlement update; Feeding your New Year's resolution; Weekend Best Bets

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Jim Herrington spent more than 30 years at Detroit's WXYZ.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • January 4, 2013
Detroit broadcaster Herrington recorded storied career

Jim Herrington won four Michigan Emmys and a National Headliner Award during his career. He died Jan. 3.

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The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort is receiving some landscape upgrades this week at its entrance as part of a town mandate.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 4, 2013
Colony submits settlement update

The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association has submitted a $50,000 cash bond to the town of Longboat Key as it works through settlement negotiations for three acres of property.

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A reception will take plate after the ceremony at Bird Key Yacht Club, 302 Bird Key Drive.
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  • Katie Hendrick
  • January 4, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Bird Key Historical Marker Dedication Ceremony

Bird Key's new historical designation will be commemorated in a ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, at the Bird Key entrance on John Ringling Boulevard.

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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the Daily Headlines.
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  • January 3, 2013
Jan. 3: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Walmart protest scheduled for City Hall; Mote to celebrate new Boca Grande facility; County approves ice rink sign changes; SEASON magazine published Jan. 3

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The staff of Café L’Europe gathers for a group picture before guests arrive to celebrate the restaurant’s 40th anniversary.
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  • Katie Hendrick
  • January 3, 2013
Cafe L'Europe 40th anniversary luncheon

Cafe L'Europe turns 40 later this month and kicked off the celebration Thursday, Jan. 3, with an unveiling of a new "old" logo (the restaurant returned to its original font) followed by a luncheon, where guests were treated to a complimentary glass of wine.

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Boca Grande residents Andy Ireland, an honorary Mote trustee, and Capt. Philip O'Bannon, who will serve as executive director of the new Mote office, are spearheading the new facility in Boca Grande. Photo courtesy mote.org.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • January 3, 2013
Mote to celebrate new Boca Grande facility

The new facility will help expand Mote's regional presence and expand interest in the organization's research in Charlotte Harbor and Southwest Florida.

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Bonney Libman bought gourmet lollipops from See's Candy at Temple Beth Israel’s Dec. 2 Holiday Happening Sale.
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 2, 2013
December Year in Pictures: Longboat Key

Enjoy some of our picks for best pictures of December 2012.

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Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report the Daily Headlines.
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  • January 2, 2013
Jan. 2: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Tow truck driver stabbed during New Year's Eve festivities; Siesta residents protest variance requests; FDOT announces New Pass Bridge work; Kiwanis Club seeks award nominees

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New Pass Bridge and Gulf of Mexico Drive will receive some routine maintenance work this week that won't cause traffic delays.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 2, 2013
FDOT announces New Pass Bridge work

The Florida Department of Transportation will have crews in the area performing routine road and bridge work this week.

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Sue Wolverton was last year's "Citizen of the Year" award recipient.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • January 2, 2013
Kiwanis Club seeks award nominees

The Longboat Key Kiwanis Club seeks nominees for its annual 'Citizen of the Year' award by Jan. 20.

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Mr. Robert Weeks loved wintering on Longboat Key, where he was active in the Spanish Main Yacht Club community and an avid golfer.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 2, 2013
Obituary: Robert J. Weeks

Robert J. Weeks, 78, of Longboat Key and Sea Girt, N.J., died Sunday, Dec. 23.

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"Chef" Wiley Osborne with Town Manager Dave Bullock. Photo courtesy of Jackie Dixon
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 2, 2013
Christ Church hosts town manager

Town Manager Dave Bullock spoke at Christ Church of Longboat Key, Presbyterian about "Important Lessons Facing Longboat Key in the Coming Months" Monday, Dec. 3.

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