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Lisa Rott took this photo of a bubble reflecting the landscape on Crescent Beach on Siesta Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 10, 2014
Weather: Sarasota

Lisa Rott took this photo of a bubble reflecting the landscape on Crescent Beach on Siesta Key.

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  • Neighbors
A condominium in The Residences at 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive sold for $3.25 million. (File photo)
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  • Adam Hughes
  • April 10, 2014
Condominium in The Residences sells for $3.25 million

A condominium in The Residences tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

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  • Real Estate
Guests gathered for Child Protection Center’s second annual Blue Ties and Butterflies fundraising event Wednesday, April 9, at Michael’s On East.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 9, 2014
'Blue Ties and Butterflies'

'Blue Ties and Butterflies'

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Gundrun and Jorgen Graugaard
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 9, 2014
La Musica Wine Tasting and Supper by the Bite

La Musica Wine Tasting and Supper by the Bite

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Sharon Farrish (center) helps Destiny Hugine, Kristina Wieder and Baylee Roskamp play.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 9, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences Lawn Bowling

Students of Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences spent their gym class at the Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club Wednesday, April 9. Five classes, led by Coach Hollie Nelsen, visited the club on Monday and Wednesday. Members of the club taught the children how to play. "This class is about life-long fitness," says Nelsen. "Lawn bowling is something you can start young and continue when you're older."

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A March 25 rendering of the State Street parking garage, which the city hopes to begin construction on next month.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 9, 2014
City to provide update on State Street garage

At a public meeting tomorrow, city staff will share information about the timeline and construction process for the State Street parking garage.

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On busy days, cars crowd North Shell Road, making it difficult for residents to enter and leave their driveways.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • April 9, 2014
County approves Shell Road parking plan

Renovations to the popular Siesta Key beach access will make the area easier for Sheriff's deputies to enforce.

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The United Nations Environmental Programme Regional Office for North America has chosen Sarasota County to host World Environment Day.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • April 9, 2014
UN picks Sarasota as host for World Environment Day

Sarasota County will serve as the North American host community for World Environment Day June 5, following six weeks of environmentally-themed events beginning on Earth Day.

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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • April 9, 2014
The Finish Line

World record-holder John Wallace has two marathons left until he retires from the sport. But will his retirement last?

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Two garages, supporters say, would encourage better Circle traffic flow and draw cars out of residential areas.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 9, 2014
St. Armands stakeholders push for two garages

To address parking issues on St. Armands Circle, some people believe that two garages are better than one.

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Peter Runge races to the finish line during last year's Bradenton Runners Club Invitational. He went on to finish 35th at the Class 1A Cross-Country State Finals. (File photo)
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • April 9, 2014
Marathon Miles

The Out-of-Door Academy senior Peter Runge qualified for the Boston Marathon, with a time of 3 hours, 1 minute, at the Miami Marathon earlier this year.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • April 9, 2014
Bieber takes center stage in April Fools'

The pop star is not purchasing the $22 million Ohana estate - but our April 1 story attracted attention from quite a few Beliebers.

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1143 Casey Key Road is priced at $9.45 million. Photos by Heather Merriman.
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • April 9, 2014
Home of the Month: Top of the Line

Classic cars and classic architecture blend perfectly in this Casey Key showplace.

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Charlotte Craver and Doris Berkey
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 8, 2014
Gems of Philanthropy Luncheon

Gems of Philanthropy Luncheon

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Katie Norvell has volunteered at Cat Depot since the grand opening of its current facility in 2010. She says she enjoys the organization's mission and high-energy atmosphere.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • April 8, 2014
The Good News: Katie Norvell

Cat Depot volunteers find rewards in the organization's mission to save lives and provide shelter for homeless cats.

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