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This home at 1212 N. Lake Shore Drive has three bedrooms, three baths and 4,013 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.52 million.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • October 14, 2010
Oyster Bay Estates home sells for $1.52 million

A home in Oyster Bay Estates tops all real-estate transactions from Sept. 14 to Sept. 21.

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  • October 14, 2010
Cops Corner

Oct. 3 Easy there, Arnold Palmer 12:12 a.m. - 3400 block of Fruitville Road. Reckless Driving. An apartment resident said a teenager was speeding through the complex on a golf cart and almost hit a child. Of course, one question is why is a small child standing in a parking lot at midnight?

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Scott Anderson and performer Tim Fain
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  • October 14, 2010
Ringling International Arts Festival 2010 Night of Premieres Gala

Ringling International Arts Festival 2010 Night of Premieres Gala

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Cathy Black, Patti Corcoran, Christine Robinson, Michelle Reilly and Shannon Holder
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 13, 2010
Le Petit Marche: Boutiques & Bistro

Le Petit Marche: Boutiques & Bistro

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Lyn Wright, Bhavani Reynolds, Heather Grindstaff, Suzan Busch, Lance Stahlman and Erika Garcia celebrate the opening.
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  • Loren Mayo
  • October 13, 2010
White House Black Market opens at Westfield Southgate

White House Black Market opened Oct. 13 at Westfield Southgate.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The original ordinance commissioners approved required pet owners to be outside if their dogs were tied up outdoors.
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  • Robin Roy
  • October 13, 2010
Dog-tethering law review ordered

The County Commission requested the review because the ordinance was more restrictive than it intended.

  • Sarasota
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  • October 13, 2010
Our View

We recommend...

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  • By Lesley Blackner
  • October 13, 2010
My View: Amendment 4 sponsor makes case for a 'yes'

Today, politicians exclusively decide where development happens. Amendment 4 adds one new step to this process: the voter.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Second grade teacher, Jim Anderson, works at making a mocha.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 11, 2010
McTeacher's Night at McDonald's

Teachers from Phillippi Shores Elementary participated in McTeacher's Night on Monday, October 11, 2010 from 4-7 pm.

  • Sarasota
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Karianie Vazquez and Meredith Swift
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  • Loren Mayo
  • October 11, 2010
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Phillippi Shores News Network (WITH VIDEO)

What really goes on in the Phillippi Shores Elementary newsroom when the cameras are turned off? Why, jokes, laughter and fun, of course! Today, the student anchors gave The Sarasota Observer the scoop on what it's like to be part of the PSNN news crew.

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  • Loren Mayo
  • October 11, 2010
VIDEO: Black Tie Bash 'Season Shaker'

The Observer's Black Tie Bash 'Season Shaker' 2010-2011 chairwomen and chairmen shake things up during the fashion show finale.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Police Chief Mikel Hollaway said a $10,000 grant will help two young minority men who want to attend the police academy.
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  • Robin Roy
  • October 11, 2010
Police grant to aid minority hiring

The $10,000 grant from the Community Foundation will help minority students attend the local police academy.

  • Sarasota
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Rachael Angers and Marilyn Angers
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 9, 2010
15th annual Sunset Silent Auction

15th annual Sunset Silent Auction

  • Black Tie
Annette Haile and Sue Whitman answered questions and offered advice during the event.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 9, 2010
Master gardeners show some skill

The Sarasota County Master Gardeners were out in full force Saturday at their sixth annual plant sale.

  • Sarasota
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Sam Rovhana with 2009 Doctor Idol winner Bob Koser
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 8, 2010
Doctors make some noise

Doctor Idol, a battle of the bands featuring local musician-physicians that drew more than 600 people and raised more than $10,000 last year to benefit the Ear Research Foundation, returned again to Michael's On East. Proceeds will benefit Florida's Vision Quest.

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