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Neighbors

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  • Nick Friedman
  • December 3, 2013
The Good News: Megan Wenger

As community engagement coordinator for Community Youth Development, Megan Wenger says she enjoys the opportunity to interact with some of the city's most involved and promising students.

  • Siesta Key
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Hannah Weinberg and Anita Cohen add gifts they brought for children in need to a table full of donated toys.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • December 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Frosty Frolic

On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the festive Frosty Frolic brought the Women's 18-Hole Golf Association and the Key Niners together for lunch at the Harbourside clubhouse.

  • Longboat Key
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Chabad President and event organizer Dr. Barry Stein hangs a sign.
  • By The CHABAD of Sarasota
  • December 3, 2013
Photo Gallery: Taste of Hanukkah

Members of the Jewish community celebrated Hanukkah Sunday, Dec. 1, during the Taste of Hanunkkah event held at the Sarasota Fairgrounds. This year's event featured the first highwire Hanukkah celebration when the Wallenda family helped light a menorah in midair.

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The video reached a potential audience of eight million viewers and depicted the county’s unique Amish community.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 3, 2013
Visit Sarasota County honored for coverage of Amish

Visit Sarasota County will be honored for their video entitled "Amish Las Vegas" that was featured on the Today Show's website.

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Rene Brent, Kelly Eversole, and David Newell show off their medals after crossing the finish line.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • December 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SAL Half Marathon on Palmer Ranch

The fourth annual Sarasota SAL Half Marathon of Palmer Ranch took place this morning Sunday, Dec. 1. Runners enjoyed the cool, foggy weather while running through Palmer Ranch neighborhoods. The marathon benefited the Sarasota Sheriff's Activity League, a non-profit organization that helps local children stay active.

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On Saturday, Nov. 30, Julia and Brandon Yu pose with Gilly the Shark.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 30, 2013
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Santa Jaws is Back!

Every Saturday until Dec. 21, visitors of the Aquarium at Mote Marine Laboratory can take pictures with their seasonally-dressed mascot from noon to 2 p.m.

  • Longboat Key
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Christine Jennings, CEO of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, plays Mrs. Mable Ringling alongside Steve Queior, CEO of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 29, 2013
13th annual Sarasota Ministerial Association's Thanksgiving

The Sarasota Ministerial Association held its annual Thanksgiving luncheon Wednesday, Nov. 27.

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    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 29, 2013
New apartment complex planned for Lakewood Ranch

Davis Development plans to build 270 apartment units on State Road 70 and Pope Road.

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Runners pound the pavement for the Turkey Trot 5K.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Turkey Trot 5K

Runners woke up early and braved the cold weather Thanksgiving Day for the annual Turkey Trot 5K. Athletes sported holiday-themed attire and made their way over the Ringling Bridge to kick of the day's festivities.

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  • November 28, 2013
Holiday ring

The Rotary Club of Sarasota Keys is seeking volunteers from now through Dec. 24, to help man its Salvation Army kettle bell during the holiday season.

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Courtesy photo. Mike Charles, SGCC, presented the check for $12,500 to Suzanne Klinker.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2013
Veterans victory

In honor of our servicemen and women, Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club held its 10th annual Armed Forces Cup Friday, Nov. 8.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2013
Teaching tech

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County will receive $13,000 from the Comcast Foundation for its participation in Comcast Digital Connectors 2013-2014.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2013
High 5

The top five sports moments of the week.

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Erika Quartermaine, 35, of Sarasota, has been an assistant state attorney in the 12th Judicial Circuit Court since 2009.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 28, 2013
Sarasota native steps into county court

Gov. Rick Scott recently appointed Sarasota native and Pine View High School graduate Erika Quartermaine to serve as a judge on the Sarasota County Court.

  • East County
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Pallastrone
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 28, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Kadi Pallastrone

Riverview High golfer Kadi Pallastrone shot a combined 146 and then won an eight-hole playoff to win the Class 3A girls state championship Nov. 5 and Nov. 6, at Howey-in-the-Hills.

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