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Tom Smith, Kenny Barr, Chip Harris and Ted Smith. (Photo by Harriet Sokensuer)
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  • April 24, 2014
Raising the Barr

TideWell Hospice honored veteran and longtime Sarasota resident Kenny Barr Thursday, April 10.

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  • April 24, 2014
Holocaust tribute

Sarasota resident and Holocaust survivor Jack Brodman will light the memorial candle at this year's Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Day Remembrance, hosted by Temple Beth Israel.

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The Pine View School and Sarasota High sailing teams are both part of the Sarasota Youth Sailing Program. (Photo by Jen Blanco)
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  • April 24, 2014
Bound for Nationals

The Pine View School and Sarasota High sailing teams will compete in the Mallory Fleet Race National High School Championship May 9 through May 11.

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  • April 24, 2014
High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

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  • April 24, 2014
Sidelines

Lady Thunder lacrosse wins the district crown; Suncoast Tennis League wraps up season; Sarasota women win tennis championship; Sara Bay to offer summer membership

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  • April 24, 2014
Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

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  • April 24, 2014
Business Observer

Lighthouse Property Management adds location; RE/MAX Alliance Group welcomes Ellen Laura Esses; Heritage Oaks recognized for environmental efforts

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Luis Luis creates a colorful painting during last year's Siesta Fiesta. File photo
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 24, 2014
Siesta Fiesta attracts creative types to Siesta Village

Siesta Fiesta returns to Siesta Key Village for its 36th year Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27.

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First-graders Randall Collins and Ronan Murphy. Courtesy photo
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 24, 2014
School Board

The latest news from Sarasota schools.

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Kerri Scolardi and Brooke Cherry. (Photo by Harriet Sokmensuer)
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 24, 2014
SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT: Bay Haven School of Basics Plus

When Bay Haven School of Basics Plus parents Brooke Cherry and Kerri Scolardi wanted to boost recycling at their children's school, the two came up with a monstrous plan - to introduce to students two recycling bins dressed as monsters.

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Annamarie Hedekin submitted this photo of the blood moon, taken from Casey Key.
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  • April 24, 2014
Weather: Sarasota

Annamarie Hedekin submitted this photo of the blood moon, taken from Casey Key.

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Ruth Higginbotham, Jane Howard-Jasper and Louise Rich
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • April 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: All Angels by the Sea Farewell Party

The congregation of All Angels By the Sea enjoyed a farewell party with a southern hospitality theme on Wednesday, April 23, at the Bay Isles Beach Club. The evening included views of the water and a menu of southern fried chicken, cornbread and more.

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Gina Santoianni, Kasey Opalewski and Sarah Rubin
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • April 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Mote's Wine Tasting for Marine Life

Mote Marine Laboratory held a wine tasting for marine life on Wednesday, April 23, at Harry's Continental Kitchen. A portion of the tasting proceeds benefited Mote's informal science education programs.

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Hyejung Clendenon and Shannon Jager show their support for All Children’s Hospital.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 23, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: ACH Fashion Show Luncheon

Volunteers and supporters of the All Children's Hospital (ACH) Guild Sarasota-Manatee came together for the group's annual Fashion Show Luncheon, April 23, at the Polo Grill and Bar's Fete Ballroom.

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Chef Kory Foltz led the team.
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 23, 2014
Hyatt Regency gives back with All Faiths Food Bank

A group of Hyatt staff members joined the All Faiths Food Bank's Sprout Mobile Farm Market to teach local children the importance of eating healthy.

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