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Thomas Norton submitted this photo from Point of Rocks on Siesta Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 8, 2014
Weather: Sarasota

Thomas Norton submitted this photo from Point of Rocks on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Obituary: James Raymond Boyer

James Raymond Boyer, 75, of Sarasota, died April 23.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • May 7, 2014
Your Neighbor: Sue Reese

For the past 10 years, Sue Reese has hosted a program called 'Travel Talk' on a nonprofit TV station, Berks Community Television, near her hometown of Reading, Pa.

  • Longboat Key
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File photo These wetlands were once covered with 6 inches of Australian pine needles. Newly planted spartina grass helped mangroves to grow that are today alive with fiddler crabs, minnows, crustaceans and sea birds that feed on the rich fauna.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • May 7, 2014
Cleanup offers view of grassroots effort

Sister Keys could hold up to eight homes today were it not for the effort of a group of conservation-minded residents in the early 1990s.

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Richard Crooks throws his daughter, Ayla, up in the air during sunset on Longboat Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Richard Crooks throws his daughter, Ayla, up in the air during sunset on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Gumbo chefs wanted for contest

The Linger Lodge Restaurant is looking for chefs eager to step up to the pot to challenge its famous gumbo recipe, during the Braden River Bluegrass Festival and Gumbo Cook-off.

  • East County
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Tess Koncick and Don Malawsky of University Park
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Temple celebrates holiday's end

Temple Emanu-El hosted an end-of-Passover dinner April 21.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Palm-Aire artists see art in machines

The Art Association of Palm-Aire recently toured the Da Vinci Machines Exhibit at the Bradenton Municipal Auditorium.

  • East County
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Courtesy photos Former "American Idol" contestant Sam Woolf juggles his newfound stardom and time with his friends and family as he prepares for the show’s summer tour.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 7, 2014
Balancing Act

After being voted off 'American Idol,' Sam Woolf juggles his newfound celebrity status and his former life.

  • East County
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Diane Maddaleno has been coming to the Meals on Wheels Plus Daybreak Adult Day Services for five years. Pictured with Chief Development Officer Kristen Theisen, Maddaleno says she enjoys the variety of activities and discussions the organization offers.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 7, 2014
The Good News: Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee strives to improve the lives of seniors in the area through both traditional meal delivery programs and supportive care-giving services.

  • Siesta Key
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Marilyn Kessler submitted this photo of cirrus clouds over Lorraine Road.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Weather: East County

Marilyn Kessler submitted this photo of cirrus clouds over Lorraine Road.

  • East County
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Lucy Nicandri and Mason Tush
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • May 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 2014 Tarpon Tournament Kick Off Dinner

The 84th annual Sarasota Tarpon Tournament held its kick off banquet Wednesday, May 7. The event is the world's oldest tarpon tournament and runs from May 10 through June 15. The five-week tournament will include overall, fly, junior, ladies, a his-and-her division and a most-releases category. At the banquet, guests enjoyed a barbecue dinner before winning raffle prizes.

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Joann Mancuso, Cindy Hayworth and Melissa Herron
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • May 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Turtle Watch Wine Tasting

The last wine tasting of the season drew a caring crowd on Wednesday, May 7, at Harry's Restaurant on the Patio. Benefitting the Longboat Key Turtle Watch, the event offered attendees a sampling of wine from around the world as well as hors d'oeuvres.

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Lou Newman with one of this many photographs featured at Plymouth Harbor’s Mezzanine Art Gallery.
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • May 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Lou Newman's "Birds & Bears" Exhibit

Lou Newman's wildlife photography exhibit, 'Birds & Bears,' opened with a reception on Tuesday, May 6, at Plymouth Harbor's Mezzanine Art Gallery. The works will be on display until August 31.

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Lisa Hodo, Dan Gladding and Davida McDonald can’t wait for their food to arrive.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Manatee Chamber Power Connection Lunch

Members and prospective individuals who wanted to join the Manatee Chamber of Commerce, met for a lunch date and socializing May 7, at MacAllisters Grill & Tavern, 8110 Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

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