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Hundreds of families turned out for the event.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Back to School Splash Bash

Hundreds of families donned their swimsuits Aug. 23 and headed to the Lakewood Ranch YMCA for Lakewood Ranch Community Activities' annual Back to School Splash Bash event.

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“Everyone’s responses are so valuable for assessing the current needs of our community,” said Joan Haber.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 22, 2014
SCOPE invites community to participate in survey

The survey runs through the month of August and focuses on aging, child wellness and early learning, developmental disabilities, health, homelessness and positive youth development.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jim McGuire mans the grill at St. Mary Men’s Club’s Hot Dog Cookout.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • August 22, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary Men's Club Hot Dog Cookout

Guests gathered for St. Mary Men's Club's first annual Hot Dog Cookout Thursday, Aug. 21, at St. Mary Star of the Sea.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Senator Nancy Deter and Lynn Robbins
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 21, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay Club luncheon

Tiger Bay Club held the second installment of its School Board candidates luncheon Thursday, Aug. 21, at Michael's On East. Attendees enjoyed lunch while hearing from District 1 candidates Velton Hodges, Ken Marsh, Paul Schafer and Bridget Ziegler.

  • Sarasota
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Michael Uribe and Steve Beauregard drench Assistant General Manager Russ Swan while Chrissy Vale watches. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 21, 2014
Tw-Ice as Nice

Bob's Boathouse hosted an ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and fundraiser event Tuesday.

  • Sarasota
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Sheehan
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 21, 2014
Football preview: Riverview High

Riverview High senior lineman Riley Sheehan has been an integral part of the Rams' varsity squad. This year he hopes to lead his team to the playoffs.

  • Sarasota
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Austin
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 21, 2014
Football preview: Sarasota High

Justin Austin made an immediate impact in his first season with the Sailors. He rushed for 1,200 yards last season.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 21, 2014
Business Observer

New martial arts facility opens on Ashton Road; Seven Icard Merrill attorneys honored; Grapevine receives industry accolades; National chain opens spa in Sarasota

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Scott Veix submitted this sunset photo, taken during the drum circle on Nokomis Beach.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 21, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Scott Veix submitted this sunset photo, taken during the drum circle on Nokomis Beach.

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SWEDE READ. Osprey residents Renee Huntley and Philip Klotz read their Observer in the Old Town square in Stockholm.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 21, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

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Joseph Formoso takes a break at Harry's Corner Store, his turnaround point, during a bike ride from Anna Maria Island.
  • By Caleb Motsinger
  • August 20, 2014
The Faces of Summer

We took to the streets to take a closer look at the people and places of Longboat Key during the off-season. What we found was that the Key is still in season for a variety of people who live, work, visit and shop in the area during the summer. Although the weather is hot and humid, the visitors and residents we found out and about over the weekend are the pulse that brings the town to life.

  • Longboat Key
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Joyce Gonzalez and Marty Weisberg from Lyoness America have a snack.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 20, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Prime Time

The Sarasota Chamber of Commerce held its annual Prime Time Meet and Greet Exhibit Wednesday, Aug. 20, at the Sahib Shrine Center. The event was '80s themed and allowed members to network while enjoying drinks, games and food samples from local restaurants.

  • Sarasota
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Seb B. signs in to his first day of kindergarten.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • August 20, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA First Day of School

The Out of Door Academy Lower School welcomed back students for the first day of school Wednesday, Aug. 20. After dropping off their children, parents were invited to socialize underneath the banyan trees with coffee and muffins. The event was organized by the school's Parent Association.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 20, 2014
ODA wins preseason opener

The Out-of-Door Academy defeated Southeast 25-20, 25-8, 28-26 in its preseason opener Aug. 19.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 20, 2014
Goliath grouper lives up to name

Talk about a real big fish.

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