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Submitted by Julie Becker Casa Del Mar Beach Resort. Unit owners enjoyed a Jan. 20 trip to the Sarasota Kennel Club to watch greyhound racing. The excursion is an annual tradition for owners at the resort.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
You Observed

Here's a roundup of reader-submitted photos from events around the Key. To submit photos for this weekly feature, email Robin Hartill at [email protected].

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Manfred Welfonder, Bernie Ditchik, Mike Tighe and Marty Hauselman
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Bernie Ditchik courts 90th birthday

Longboat Key resident Bernie Ditchik celebrated his 90th birthday Jan. 28 on the tennis courts of the Players Club with friends Manfred Welfonder, Mike Tighe and Marty Hauselman.

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  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Obituary: William Robert Jones

William Robert Jones, 82, of Irvington, N.Y., and Longboat Key, died Jan. 27.

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  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Obituary: Marion Elizabeth Koerner

Marion Elizabeth Koerner, of Akron, Ohio, and Longboat Key, died Jan. 24.

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Moody
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 5, 2014
Your Neighbor: Vonnie Moody

Vonnie Moody rescued her first greyhound 10 years ago.

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  • By George Rauch
  • February 5, 2014
Market Watch: The U.S. dollar is no longer as good as gold

Approximately $80 billion of brand-new money is made each month, creating an inflated, over-valued market.

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FAMILY TIME. Penny Klein and Les Brassington brought their Longboat Observer along while visiting their grandchildren, Brooks Dahl, Coleman Dahl and Grey Lancaster, in Lake George, N.Y.
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  • February 5, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

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Robin Hartill The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce has a three-year lease on its new location at the Centre Shops.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 5, 2014
Business Briefs

Chamber makes a move with help from its members; Cannons Marina to attend Miami Boat Show; Barbara Miller celebrates anniversary with Coldwell

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Photo courtesy of Michael Saunders & Co. This home at 613 Tyler Drive has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,693 square feet of living area. It sold for $1,625,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 5, 2014
John Ringling Estates home sells for $1,625,000

A home in John Ringling Estates tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

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Frederick Beyerlein submitted this sunset photo, taken near Spanish Main Yacht Club.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 5, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Frederick Beyerlein submitted this sunset photo, taken near Spanish Main Yacht Club.

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Matthew Minor, director of development and community engagement, Harvest House graduate Kristen Kohl, and Erin Minor, executive director of Harvest House
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 4, 2014
The Good News: Harvest House

For those struggling with addiction or homelessness, the organization offers social services for a fresh start.

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Funded by a Longboat Key Garden Club grant, this sign on the town dock details the evolution of Sister Keys. (RustyChinnisImages.com)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 4, 2014
Audio tour spotlights Sister Keys history

Sister Keys is home to gopher tortoises and gumbo limbo - but no golf courses - and your cellphone can help you find out why.

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The seawall in the Gulf at 6541 Gulfside Road won’t be torn down after commissioners decided not to try and purchase the property.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 4, 2014
Commission won't pursue Gulf-front property

The majority of commissioners decided Monday night that purchasing a home on the beach wasn't a good use of taxpayer dollars.

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The seawall in the Gulf at 6541 Gulfside Road won’t be torn down after commissioners decided not to try and purchase the property.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 4, 2014
Commission won't pursue Gulf-front property

The majority of commissioners decided Monday night that purchasing a home on the beach wasn't a good use of taxpayer dollars.

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Susan Morin smiles as she models a layered look.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • February 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Beth Israel Women Fashion Show

On Monday, Feb. 3, Beth Israel Women hosted its fashion show and luncheon at Michael's On East in Sarasota. Over 200 women attended and were treated to unique fashions by Dream Weaver of St. Armands.

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