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Observer Staff
June 28, 2012

Booker Middle School students take flight

Three eighth-grade Booker Middle School students recently won first place in their division at the Florida State History Fair, held in Tallahassee. Camille Armington, Kaley deLeon and Caitlin Gish were recognized for creating a website called, "Amelia Earhart: Aviator for Women's Rights."

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Rachel S. OHara
June 28, 2012

New head football coach for Booker introduced

Carlos Woods, former assistant coach for the Cincinnati Bengals and the Indianapolis Colts, was introduced via Skype Tuesday evening, at Booker High School.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
June 28, 2012

Neighbors: Shawn Mcloughlin

Local painter Shawn McLoughlin shows it takes different strokes to complete life on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
June 28, 2012

Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Cheryl Dobbins submitted this sunset photo, taken overlooking Sarasota Bay.

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Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
June 28, 2012

Athlete of the Week: Eric Delaney

Eric Delaney, 25, got into CrossFit two years ago when a friend told him about a new workout he was doing.

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Observer Staff
June 28, 2012

Just The Stats

18 - Place Nicholas Caldwell came in during Monday's opening 400-meter freestyle at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials at the CenturyLink Center, in Omaha, Neb.

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Adam Hughes
June 28, 2012

Big Pass Lane home sells for $1.6 million

A home on Big Pass Lane tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Richard and Margie Trumbull, of Siesta Key, sold their home at 149 Big Pass Lane to W. David and M. Denise Sanders, of Bristol, Ind., for $1.6 million.

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Observer Staff
June 27, 2012

Monthly Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner: June

Congratulations to Mena Lisa Kates, our June monthly winner!. Kates submitted this photo, taken over Pansy Bayou in Lido Shores.

Siesta Key
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Jen Blanco
June 26, 2012

Cardinal Mooney grad qualifies for London Olympics

Sarasota pole vaulter Lacy Janson cleared 14-9 to capture the final spot on the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team June 24.

Sarasota
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Nick Friedman
June 25, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: First United Methodist Vacation Bible School

First United Methodist Church kicks off vacation Bible School First United Methodist Church kicked off its vacation Bible school Monday, June 25. Students enjoyed snacks, prayers and various games and activities on their first day of camp.

Sarasota
News

Nick Friedman
June 25, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Sinai Summer Shabbat

Members of Temple Sinai gathered for a bit of schmoozing before its Summer Shabbat, Supper and Schmooze event Friday, June 22, at Temple Sinai. Guests enjoyed small appetizers and beverages before dinner and services began.

Sarasota
Opinion

Nick Friedman
June 25, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay Club

Members of the Tiger Bay Club gathered Wednesday, June 20, for their monthly meeting. Sarasota County Commission candidate Jennifer Cohen spoke, and Commissioner Christine Robinson was the moderator.

Sarasota
News

Nick Friedman
June 25, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Prime Time

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce hosted is quarterly Prime Time and New Member Celebration event Wednesday, June 20, at Mercedes-Benz of Sarasota. Approximately 300 people attended the event, during which they enjoyed appetizers, drinks and the opportunity to mingle with other professionals.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
June 25, 2012

Sarasota Heat earns national tournament berth

The Sarasota Heat 18U Gold team outscored its opponents 37-15 to earn its first berth to the 2012 Amateur Softball Association 18 & Under Gold National Championships July 23-29 in Oklahoma City.

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Rachel S. OHara
June 25, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival Kickoff Party

The 2012 Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix Festival held its annual kickoff party, Saturday, June 23, at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

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Observer Staff
June 21, 2012

Sarasota Crew captures the silver

The Sarasota Crew's Men's Varsity 8+ recorded a winning season.

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Nick Friedman
June 21, 2012

Neighbors: Mitchell Zemil

Palmer Ranch's Mitchell Zemil is an aspiring filmmaker with an eye for tongue-in-cheek humor.

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Loren Mayo
June 21, 2012

Teen Idol: Jill Polk

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High freshman Jill Polk is Sarasota's newest idol.

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Adam Hughes
June 21, 2012

Banyan Club home tops week's sales at $1.6 million

Charles McGovern and Kristina McGovern, trustees, of Sarasota sold the home at 140 Sand Dollar Lane to Robert and Barbara Risbridger, of Madison, Conn., for $1.6 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Rachel S. OHara
June 21, 2012

Athlete of the Week: Alex Walters

Alex Walters, 17, got into skateboarding when he was 9 years old and has been addicted ever since.

Siesta Key
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Observer Staff
June 21, 2012

Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Helena Sutherland submitted this sunset photo, taken overlooking Sarasota Bay.

Sarasota
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Loren Mayo
June 20, 2012

CAMP SPOTLIGHT: CIRCUS SARASOTA SUMMER CAMP (+ VIDEO)

For our latest Camp Spotlight, The Observer dropped in on campers at Circus Sarasota and documented their rehearsal for the end-of-camp performance.

Siesta Key
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Loren Mayo
June 19, 2012

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Demolition day

The McDonald's near downtown Sarasota has been demolished.

Sarasota
News

Nick Friedman
June 18, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Nik Wallenda Block Party

Mattison's and Circus Sarasota joined forces to throw a downtown block party Friday, June 15, to watch local circus performer Nik Wallenda's daring tightrope walk over Niagara Falls. Attendees enjoyed live music, circus performances and family-friendly activities, including face painting, balloon making and tightrope walking before watching the stunt on a Jumbotron video screen.

Sarasota
News

Rachel S. OHara
June 17, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Sports Festival

The first ever Sarasota Sports Festival took place, Saturday, June 16, out at Payne Park. The festival also coincided with the opening of the Circus Playground.

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Mallory Gnaegy
June 15, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Bulls, Blues and BBQ

When the workday ended, the fun began at Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, Manatee Chamber of Commerce and USF staff and alumni's Bulls, Blues and BBQ event Thursday, June 14. Mingling and networking took place at picnic tables during the all-you-can-eat barbecue on USF's lawn.

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Observer Staff
June 14, 2012

Observer Team Spotlight

This week's Observer Team Spotlight is Matt McDuffie.

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Observer Staff
June 14, 2012

Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Sal Cortese submitted this sunset photo taken overlooking Sarasota Bay after a rainstorm.

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Adam Hughes
June 14, 2012

Five-bedroom home in Point Crisp tops sales

A home in Point Crisp tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Clinton and Susan Pierce, of Lakewood Ranch, sold their home at 1229 Point Crisp Road to Arthur and Joan Bourque, of Lynnfield, Mass., for $2.85 million.

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Observer Staff
June 14, 2012

Have band, will travel

Local band, the Garbage Men, is raising funds to take its act to the Big Apple.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
June 14, 2012

Father's Day: Father Knows Best (VIDEO)

The holiday celebrating fathers and grandfathers everywhere is quickly approaching, and we could think of no other way to honor those special men in your lives than by bringing you The Observer's annual Father's Day Q&A featuring their adorable offspring.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
June 13, 2012

Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh, here I am at camp: SUPER SCIENCE CAMP (VIDEO)

It's Tuesday, June 12: Day two of Out-Of-Door Academy's Super Science Summer Camp with marine science teacher Lisa Cheney.

Siesta Key
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Rachel S. OHara
June 12, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: CONA Candidate Forum meeting

The June CONA meeting invited the public to come and ask questions of the candidates up for Sarasota County Commission seats this Fall, Monday, June 11, at the Sarasota Garden Club.