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  • August 27, 2014
Football preview: Out-of-Door Academy

Todd Humphrey has been playing offensive and defensive line for The Out-of-Door Academy since he was in the seventh grade.

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Daran Lovell submitted this photo, taken on Greer Island (aka Beer Can Island) on the northern tip of Longboat Key.
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  • August 27, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Do you love taking photos? We want your best photos of sunrises, sunsets, rainbows, etc. Submit your local weather photos for a chance to have your photo published in the paper! See all of the winning photos each week by visiting The Observer's Facebook page.

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  • August 27, 2014
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Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadeverywhere to submit your entries. One winner will receive two travel certificates, good for travel from SRQ Airport.

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Doreen Steinhauser submitted this sunset photo, taken in Bradenton.
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  • August 27, 2014
Weather: East County

Doreen Steinhauser submitted this sunset photo, taken in Bradenton.

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Natalia Alexis Besse
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  • August 27, 2014
Occasions

The East County Observer would like recognize your family's milestones. To have your announcement included in the East County Observer, please email your information to Senior Editor Pam Eubanks, [email protected].

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  • August 27, 2014
Obituary: William Brinton Weaver

William Brinton Weaver, 84, of Longboat Key and formerly of Lancaster, Pa., died Aug. 8.

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  • August 27, 2014
Obituary: Necdet Kadri Orhon

Necdet Kadri Orhon, 87, of Longboat Key, died Aug. 14.

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  • August 27, 2014
Obituary: Leonard Martin Mazur

Leonard Martin Mazur, 68, of Longboat Key, died Aug. 18.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • August 27, 2014
Longboat restaurants close during September slowdown

Longboaters typically have a lot on their plates for dining options, but in September, the pickings grow slimmer.

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Greg Courter and Sharna Rozin
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Summer's Last Hoorah

The Sarasota Chamber of Commerce celebrated the end of summer with its annual Summer's Last Hoorah Tuesday, Aug. 26, at Hooters. Members enjoyed chicken wings and drinks while networking.

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Renee Sheade votes at the Municipal Auditorium.
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  • August 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Primary Election 2014

Polls are open for voting from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26. For more information, go to sarasotavotes.com.

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Guest speaker Jessica Buchanan with the Brian Bill Foundation President Scott Bill
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  • August 25, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: A Heroes Luncheon

The Bill Brian Foundation held its first fundraiser, 'A Heroes Luncheon' Monday, Aug. 25, at the Sarasota Yacht Club. The Brian Bill Foundation, named after Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Brian Robert Bill, is a nonprofit dedicated to helping Navy SEAL families and survivors with a retreat and resource house. Guest speaker Jessica Buchanan, author of 'Impossible Odds,' shared the story of her kidnapping in Somalia and the rescue by SEAL Team Six. 'It's a dream I've had for three years,' says Scott Bill, president of Brian Bills Foundation. 'Today's a new beginning.'

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Gerri Walden and Jeanne Betty Weiner
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Mimi Edlin's birthday

Mimi Edlin held her birthday party Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Sarasota Bay Club. Guests wore their favorite hats while enjoying lunch. A silent auction was held benefitting Senior Friendship Centers.

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Rio and Kaleb Rice found scallops while searching the grasslands with their parents.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • August 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Bay Watch Scallop Search

More than 130 volunteers searched for scallops with Sarasota Bay Watch Saturday, Aug. 23.

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Jackie Apatow, Monica Caldwell and Cooper, Abby and Rebecca Zion all live in GreyHawk Landing.
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  • August 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Emanu-El Picnic

Members and guests of Temple Emanu-El gathered at Summerfield Park Aug. 23 for a special gathering and havdalah ceremony.

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