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  • May 16, 2012
LLSA Chamber makes a challenge

The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce will host the second Longboat Key Challenge this weekend.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 16, 2012
The word from the waters

April 30 marked the birthday of four cygnets produced by swan parents, Alan and Beverly.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 16, 2012
Snowy plovers land on the Key

Mary Lou Johnson has photographed a snowy plover nest on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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Rachel Weronik and Abby Misiura spent about one month making their duct-tape flowers before launching sales this month.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 16, 2012
Duct-tape flowers bloom for Honor Animal Rescue

Two Gene Witt Elementary School students have raised more than $200 selling flowers made of duct tape.

  • East County
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Donald "Duck" Dunn, right, performed with dozens of local musicians, including Tampa mainstay Ronnie Dee. Photo courtesy of Shellma Jackson.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 16, 2012
Donald 'Duck' Dunn dies at 70

Legendary bassist Donald 'Duck' Dunn, an East County resident, died May 13, in Tokyo.

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Joe Bondi relaxes at his home on Longboat Key.
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • May 16, 2012
Neighbors: Joe Bondi

Joe Bondi - and his entire family - have an affinity for Longboat Key's easy living.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 16, 2012
Obituary: William G. 'Bill' Bailey

William G. "Bill" Bailey, of Bradenton and formerly of Longboat Key, died Friday, May 11. He was 92.

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Royal poinciana tree, Washington Drive, St. Armands Circle
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • May 16, 2012
Longboat Key is in full bloom

Longboat Key's riches are on full display in the colorful blooms that dot the island.

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Henry Adomonis submitted this sunset photo, taken Easter weekend on Longboat Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 16, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Henry Adomonis submitted this sunset photo, taken Easter weekend on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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Joshua Simon is eager to learn more about the Second Amendment and compete for college scholarships during the National Rifle Association’s National Youth Education Summit this summer. Courtesy photos.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 16, 2012
ODA student earns trip to Washington D.C.

Out-of-Door Academy student Joshua Simon this summer will head to the Captiol for an educational summit with the National Rifle Association.

  • East County
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Tony Holliman, of Superb Sound, and Sashay owner Sandra Danu have tried to create and environment where music and conversation can co-exist. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 16, 2012
Ballroom dance sashays into San Marco

After a year of construction, River Club resident Sandra Danu opened Sashay, a ballroom dance nightclub in San Marco Plaza.

  • East County
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April Reynolds photographed this lightning storm shortly after moving to Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 16, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

April Reynolds photographed this lightning storm shortly after moving to Lakewood Ranch.

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Honorees Scott Bill, Mary Potter, Jay Foutty, LTC Pam Meyers, Sal Naimo pose with Tom Dineen, Saturday, May 12, at the 29th Annual Patriotic Ball at the Knights of Columbus Hall.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • May 15, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Patriotic Ball

The Knights of Columbus held their 29th Annual Patriotic Ball, Saturday, May 12, at the Knights of Columbus Hall.

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Jazmyn Friedman demonstrates her kata, which is a series of choreographed martial arts techniques.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 15, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: U.S. Martial Arts Team Training Session

The U.S. Southeastern Regional Martial Arts team, which consists of members from all over the state, met Saturday, May 12, at Sarasota High School to train for the upcoming World Martial Arts Games. In preparation for the competition, students practiced circuit workouts, sparring and various katas, which consist of choreographed martial arts techniques. The team is currently arranging fundraisers to pay for the World Games in Geneva, Switzerland this August.

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RJ McLaughlin gets ready to make a run for second base while first baseman, Chase Harmon, watches closely.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • May 14, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Ashton Elementary's Fifth Grade World Series

The fifth graders at Ashton Elementary enjoyed a day out on the ball fields, Friday, May 4, as part of the annual Ashton Elementary World Series field trip to Twin Lakes Park.

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