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Back: Tracy and MIchael Lucci, John Troutt, Jeannene Mironack, Kathryn and Kevin Sperber, Cecilia and John Troutt.  Seated:  Sarah Trout, Pat and Senator Bob Johnson and Alex Troutt.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 16, 2011
YMCA Foundation of Sarasota Annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon honoring Bob Johnson

YMCA Foundation of Sarasota Annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon honoring Bob Johnson

  • Black Tie
The leak, which was reported at 2:30 a.m. this morning, continues to flow and has created a lake on Gulfstream Avenue stretching almost from Main Street to Ringling Boulevard.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 16, 2011
UPDATE: Sewer leak still flowing

A forcemain sewer break has created a lake on Gulfstream Avenue stretching almost from Main Street to Ringling Boulevard.

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Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood President Laura Zalkin, left, presented the Savory Kugel trophy to Kala and Kendal Sheckler.
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  • Loren Mayo
  • November 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple enjoys traditional treats

More than 125 members and guests of Temple Emanu-El gathered for the second annual Kugel and Knish Cook-Off Sunday, Nov. 6. Attendees socialized and mingled while sampling 35 of the homemade, quintessential Jewish treats and voted for their favorites. Also on hand was official 'judge' Jeremy Adams, of Word of Mouth, who evaluated each entry before naming the 'Best in Show.'

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JFCS volunteers Carol Macphee, Esther Heller, Arnold Elliot, Joel Blumsack and Lee Katz helped serve up food, Wednesday, Nov. 16, during the Celebration of Caregivers luncheon at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Celebration of Caregivers

JFCS celebrated Caregiver Month, Wednesday, Nov. 16, with the Celebration of Caregivers luncheon at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus. The luncheon, which also included a large cake to serve the over 70 guests, honored the caregivers who participate in the different JFCS Caregiver programs. Kathleen Houseweart, Coordinator of SMH Memory Clinic and Manager of Geriatric Services, also gave a presentation to those who attended the luncheon about understanding and managing the stress that caregivers deal with on a daily basis.

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    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • November 16, 2011
BREAKING: Gas line struck on Ocean Boulevard

As workers Wednesday, Nov. 16, began construction of the new wrought-iron fence at the intersection of Treasure Boat Way and Ocean Boulevard, they struck a gas line, a county staff member informed representatives of Siesta organizations.

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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 16, 2011
Crews contain sewer leak on Gulfstream Avenue

A city Public Works Department crew is repairing a forcemain break on Gulfstream Avenue that allowed sewer water to reach Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
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Rod Thomson
  • By Rod Thomson
  • November 16, 2011
My View: Gov. Scott was right on high-speed rail

Evidence is quickly piling up that Gov. Rick Scott's controversial decision to reject federal money for a high-speed rail from to Tampa to Orlando was right.

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  • By Jorge Blanco
  • November 16, 2011
Castaway

Enjoy this week's Castaway Cartoon.

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Read one of our favorite Cops Corner entries from the archives.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

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Nikki Clark, Chhun Chhim, J.J. Paone, Charley Halley and Pete Norden with Clear Channel Sarasota
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  • Loren Mayo
  • November 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Greater Sarasota, Manatee and Venice Chambers of Commerce Business After Hours

The Greater Sarasota, Manatee and Venice Chambers of Commerce held their largest business after hours networking event of the year Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Sarasota Bradenton International Convention Center.

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Brenda Cannon, Sandy Gurley and Joanna Pace
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 15, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Founders Garden Club Floral Workshop and Luncheon

Members and guests of the Founders Garden Club of Sarasota gathered for a luncheon, floral presentation and hands-on workshop Monday, Nov. 14, at Sarasota Yacht Club.

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The kick off event begins at 8:15, Nov. 18, at the Robert L Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th Street.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 15, 2011
Florida Power and Light gives 50 families 'home energy makeovers'

FPL has announced 50 homes in Sarasota will receive courtesy energy efficiency upgrades from FPL in conjunction with the City of Sarasota.

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Candidates for the job of Sarasota County administrator answer questions from the audience inside the Potter Building.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 15, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: 'Meet-and-greet' with finalists for Sarasota County administrator

The four finalists for the job of Sarasota County administrator were part of a 'meet-and-greet' event, Monday, Nov. 14, at the Potter Building by Robarts Arena. The final four candidates are James Baker, Edward Mitchell, Randall Reid and Fred Russell.

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Read one of our favorite Cops Corner entries from the archives.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 15, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

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Harriet Schaye and Chairman Edward Schaye
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 14, 2011
Divas after Dark presents 'Burlesque'

Divas after Dark presents 'Burlesque'

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