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Eight of the 11 members of the 100+ Club during the Tea Party.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 26, 2016
Pines of Sarasota residents cheers to 100 years

The centenarians at Pines of Sarasota welcome newcomers.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 26, 2016
Warriors at Ranch helps veterans

Women veterans focus of fundraiser.

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Dan Hill captured this shot of a great blue heron and its catch at Lido Beach.
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  • August 25, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: August 25

Dan Hill captured this shot of a great blue heron and its catch at Lido Beach.

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Cathy Duguay captured this cloudy morning sunrise in Braden Woods in Manatee County.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 25, 2016
East County weather page photo: August 25

Cathy Duguay captured this cloudy morning sunrise in Braden Woods in Manatee County.

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Rebecca Goldthwaite captured this shot of lightning striking, seen from Beachplace on Longboat Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 25, 2016
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 25

Rebecca Goldthwaite captured this shot of lightning striking, seen from Beachplace on Longboat Key.

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Courtesy photo. K-9 Officer Nicholas Dominis with Coti during training.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 25, 2016
Canine Colleagues: Dogs who work in Sarasota

In honor of National Dog Day on Aug. 26, meet a few dogs who work hard for their kibble in Sarasota.

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Randall LaBolle's hula bike.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 25, 2016
Resident displays Polynesian flair

Randall LaBolle rides to work in Burns Court on a hula-themed bike.

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File photo. Sailboats scatter across Sarasota Bay for the 69th annual Labor Day Regatta.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • August 25, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 8.25.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Aug. 25.

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Ringling students painted fire hydrants and signs as part of the event. Photo by Cheryl Eason.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Dog-gone hydrants on fire

Nate's Hydrants for Hounds fundraiser a success with help of Ringling art students.

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Photo courtesy of Bob McFarland
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 24, 2016
Sarasota Paddleboard Company makes waves

The new location is open for pre-booked tours; full-service offerings will start in March.

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Photo by Amanda Morales
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 24, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

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Lido and Taffy
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 24, 2016
Raise a paw to the playful pups of Longboat Key

To celebrate National Dog Day Aug. 26, nine Longboaters share what makes their furry friends so lovable.

  • Longboat Key
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Sophia Masterson shines during a recent Young Artist Program performance through the annual Opera for Animals, Singing is Saving fundraiser at Palm Aire Country Club.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Sophia sings

Lakewood High graduate studies a career that sounds great.

  • East County
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 23, 2016
Longboat Key Chamber members network during after hours

The members enjoyed a cash bar, appetizers and complimentary massages.

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Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 22, 2016
FWC looking into mishandling of sea turtle hatchling

An Orlando woman posted a Snapchat video of her holding and following a hatchling on a Longboat Beach.

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Staff at the 12th Judicial Circuit Guardian Ad Litem program sort through the delivery of presents for children up to 18 years of age.
  • December 22, 2025
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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
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East County Athlete of the Week: Andrew Carrillo
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
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Speed limits reduced on nine roads in Manatee County
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
  • December 22, 2025
Buchanan's $1 million donation formally accepted for library

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