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Harriet Sokmensuer
April 24, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Southeastern Guide Dog Graduation Ceremony

Southeastern Guide Dogs celebrated the beginning of a new chapter at its graduation ceremony Thursday, April 24. Eight graduates and their guide dogs spent the afternoon enjoying their new companionship. Guests heard from Southeaster Guide Dog alumnus guest speaker Donald Olinger. "I'm absolutely ecstatic," says Tina Ladner of bringing her guide, Tangerine, home.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
April 24, 2014

Raising the Barr

TideWell Hospice honored veteran and longtime Sarasota resident Kenny Barr Thursday, April 10.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
April 24, 2014

Holocaust tribute

Sarasota resident and Holocaust survivor Jack Brodman will light the memorial candle at this year's Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Day Remembrance, hosted by Temple Beth Israel.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
April 24, 2014

Bound for Nationals

The Pine View School and Sarasota High sailing teams will compete in the Mallory Fleet Race National High School Championship May 9 through May 11.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
April 24, 2014

High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
April 24, 2014

Sidelines

Lady Thunder lacrosse wins the district crown; Suncoast Tennis League wraps up season; Sarasota women win tennis championship; Sara Bay to offer summer membership

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
April 24, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 24, 2014

Business Observer

Lighthouse Property Management adds location; RE/MAX Alliance Group welcomes Ellen Laura Esses; Heritage Oaks recognized for environmental efforts

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 24, 2014

Siesta Fiesta attracts creative types to Siesta Village

Siesta Fiesta returns to Siesta Key Village for its 36th year Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 24, 2014

School Board

The latest news from Sarasota schools.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 24, 2014

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT: Bay Haven School of Basics Plus

When Bay Haven School of Basics Plus parents Brooke Cherry and Kerri Scolardi wanted to boost recycling at their children's school, the two came up with a monstrous plan - to introduce to students two recycling bins dressed as monsters.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
April 24, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Annamarie Hedekin submitted this photo of the blood moon, taken from Casey Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 23, 2014

Hyatt Regency gives back with All Faiths Food Bank

A group of Hyatt staff members joined the All Faiths Food Bank's Sprout Mobile Farm Market to teach local children the importance of eating healthy.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 23, 2014

Homes sales spike 33% in Sarasota

Property sales in Sarasota County jumped 33% in March over February and surpassed 1,000 for the month, the Sarasota Association of Realtors reports.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
April 23, 2014

ODA's season ends in playoffs

The Out-of-Door Academy girls lacrosse team saw its season come to an end with a 13-10 loss to Tampa Catholic in the opening round of the playoffs April 22.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
April 23, 2014

Australia's Kyrgios captures the men's singles Sarasota Open title

The 2014 Sarasota Open concluded with the men's singles and doubles finals April 20, at the Tennis Gardens at the Longboat Key Club.

Longboat Key
News

Nick Friedman
April 23, 2014

The Good News: Embracing Our Differences' Cameron Greco

Using the universal language of art, Embracing Our Differences hopes to create newfound appreciation for the value of diversity.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 22, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Leadership Sarasota celebration ceremony

The 2014 Leadership Sarasota class celebrated the completion of this year's project Tuesday, April 22. 36 The class of 36 donated more then 600 hours to the Roy McBean Club of the Boys and Girls Club since September. The volunteers helped organize nutrition classes, build rain barrels, create a learning garden and paint a mural by the club's playground. The class worked closely with Boys and Girls Club volunteers and children and thanked the children during the ceremony.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 22, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sunset Beach Cleanup

Beach lovers celebrated Earth Day at Whole Foods Market's Sunset Beach Cleanup Tuesday, April 22, on South Lido Beach. Volunteers spent two hours cleaning the beach and park before enjoying healthy snacks provided by the market. 'I love the beach and I like it clean,' says Shirin Desai-Gibson.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
April 22, 2014

Siesta special event permits to get another look

The county commission agreed Tuesday to consider adding Halloween to the list of holidays covered by a special event permit available to Siesta businesses.

Sarasota
News

Nolan Peterson
April 22, 2014

Shelter talks set to continue

The Sarasota City Commission will meet with county commissioners Tuesday to discuss the results of study evaluating the primary option for a downtown homeless shelter.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 21, 2014

Sarasota welcomes Suncoast Science Center

The Suncoast Science Center will provide 60,000 square feet of experiential learning for students and members of the community. 'We need a place outside the classroom where there are no time limits," says Ping Faulhaber, "where kids can explore, create and be innovative."

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
April 21, 2014

Bee Ridge pedestrian islands are under review

The FDOT project is one of a series that has recently caught county staff off-guard.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 19, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Big Truck Day

Sarasota County hosed its 18th annual Big Truck Day Saturday, April 19, at Twin Lakes Park. The free event invited families to climb aboard vehicles of all sizes and shapes; including fire trucks, monster trucks and city busses. Easter eggs were hidden on the grounds and in the vehicles for children to find while the Easter bunny handed out sweets.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 19, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Village Easter Party

Siesta Key Village hosted its annual Easter Party Saturday, April 19, at Beach Access 5. The party included a meet and greet with the Easter bunny, face painting, an egg hunt and a visit from the fire station and sheriff's office.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 18, 2014

Weekend Best Bet: Siesta Key Village Easter Party

Meet the Easter bunny and hunt fun for eggs on Siesta Beach at the fifth annual Siesta Key Village Easter Party Saturday, April 18.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
April 18, 2014

Sheriff's Office reports falling crime rate

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office released its annual report Wednesday, highlighting agency milestones and achievements.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 18, 2014

Photo of the Day: John Sanders carries cross

Drivers on Tamiami Trail can't miss John Sanders and his 120 pound cross. Sanders has been walking along Tamiami Trail since early this morning and plans to walk as far as Bradenton. The Siesta Key resident has carried the cross every Good Friday for more than a decade. "We have a country in dire need of a prayer," says Sanders.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 18, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Stations of the Cross

Members of the community observed the beginning of Good Friday with the Stations of the Cross Friday, April 18. The walk was held on Main Street and was led by Fr. Fred Robinson and Rev. David Bumsted from Church of the Redeemer. More than eight churches were represented at the walk, which ended at Church of the Redeemer. "It helps people focus on what Jesus did," says Mike Dull.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 17, 2014

Reader-submitted photos of the sun halo

Check out these reader-submitted photos of the sun halo, which formed a rainbow-colored ring around the sun Wednesday, April 16. Clouds containing ice crystals cause the sun's light to refract, resulting in this phenomenon.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 17, 2014

Sweet Celebration

Temple Beth Sholom's youth group celebrated Passover with a Chocolate Seder Sunday, April 13.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 17, 2014

Seminole Spirit

Members of the Sarasota Seminole Club worked with Habitat for Humanity of Sarasota as part of Florida State University's Seminole Service Day.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
April 17, 2014

Familiar Heights

Pole vaulter Travis Amuso hopes to return to the Class 4A state championships this season in honor of his late grandfather and coach, Guy Amuso.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 17, 2014

High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 17, 2014

It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadeverywhere to submit your entries. We can't wait to see where The Observer will travel next!

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
April 17, 2014

Sidelines

Founders Club to offer summer membership; Orioles minor league to hold extended training; Play Golf Sarasota to hold tournament; Sarasota is right up alley of professional bowlers

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