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Syesha Mercado is is currently starring in the national touring production "Dreamgirls."
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 17, 2010
Syesha swings into town to serenade principals

Syesha Mercado performed during the Arts Council's 10th annual Principals Recognition Luncheon today, at Van Wezel. (video)

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The city of Sarasota enacted a beach-smoking ban last year.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • November 17, 2010
Commission OKs tobacco-free parks push

The state wants to increase by 10% the number of parks that ban tobacco use.

  • Sarasota
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Sean Fitzpatrick puts the finishing touches on the turtles he has sculpted out of sand.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 17, 2010
Sculptors ready to shape Siesta Key

Sand sculptors who will be participating in this weekend's Siesta Key Crystal Class Master Sand Sculpting Competition on Siesta Beach were out Wednesday morning working on a special group sand sculpture.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fewer than 20 male peacocks currently reside in the Village neighborhood.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 17, 2010
Peacock imbalance doesn't fly in Village

Between 30 to 35 of the neighborhood's 50 peacocks are females, meaning that the population could heavily increase during spring breeding season if the flock is not culled.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 17, 2010
Observer Cup to be in full swing

The inaugural Observer Cup 2010/11 Greater Sarasota 2-Player Golf Tour will take place Dec. 11, at the Longboat Key Club and Resort; Jan. 9, at Heritage Oaks; Feb. 20, at The Founders Club; and March 26, in Lakewood Ranch.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Gary Moore
  • November 17, 2010
My View: The federal debt isn't as bad as you think

When compared to Americans' total assets, the federal debt really isn't as bad as all of the economic pundits say - it's approaching 100% of GDP.

  • Sarasota
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Donny Vosburgh, left, with Jefferson Airplane founder Marty Balin
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 17, 2010
Groove Master

Legendary drummer Donny Vosburgh moved to the East County in July. Now, he, along with other music luminaries, is working to help younger musicians make it in the music business as part of a new organization called the Teach the Dream Foundation.

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Scott Anderson, honoree Susan Jones and Teri Hansen
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 16, 2010
National Philanthropy Day 'Change the World With a Giving Heart'

National Philanthropy Day 'Change the World With a Giving Heart'

  • Black Tie
Roger and Pat Dreffin's dog, Muffy, took second place for best costume.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 16, 2010
Top dogs awarded at Glenridge

The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch held its annual dog show Tuesday. The pretty pooches received awards for everything from "best legs" to "shiniest coat."

  • Sarasota
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Ryan Wirt, No. 5 for the pirates, goes to get a ground ball as Royce Sprinkle, No. 8, gets himself ready incase he is needed for back up.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 16, 2010
Giants and Pirates T-Ball Game

The Giants and the Pirates played their final T-ball game of the season at Twin Lakes Park this Saturday, Nov. 13.

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Travelers will have two new destinations to choose from at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport: Boston and Milwaukee.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • November 16, 2010
SRQ airport adds two new destinations

A non-stop flight to Boston is one of new flights coming to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

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"I thank the citizens of our great city for allowing me to serve them," said Mayor Kelly Kirschner.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • November 16, 2010
Mayor won't seek re-election

Kelly Kirschner decided after one term to end his political career at City Hall.

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Marina Jack received a $1.5 million tax bill, but its operator plans to sue to stop collection.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • November 16, 2010
City to allow Marina Jack suit

Marina Jack's operator asked the city, its landlord, to approve its desire to sue the property appraiser's office over a $1.5 million tax bill.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Miss Em aka co-chair Jim Neal
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 15, 2010
Divas After Dark: 'Midnight in Gay Paris'

Divas After Dark: 'Midnight in Gay Paris'

  • Black Tie
  • By Loren Mayo and Sean Roth
  • November 15, 2010
P.F. Chang's may come to downtown Sarasota

A proposal to develop the Chinese restaurant was submitted last week.

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