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Observer Staff
October 4, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Oct. 4

Michael Bajorek photographed this palm on Siesta Key.

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Niki Kottmann
October 3, 2018

Jim Roque remembered for fostering relationships, helping the community

SunTrust vice president and nonprofit patron Jim Roque died Sept. 23 at 63.

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Shane Donglasan
October 2, 2018

Sarasota Police Department hosts 'Night Out' for families

Sarasota families joined the rest of the country in celebrating crime prevention during the Sarasota Police Department during National Night Out, "American's Night Out Against Crime" event.

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Katie Johns
September 29, 2018

Restaurants 'S'Mac Down' for mac 'n cheese cook-off

Seven local restaurants competed in the Sarasota Young Professionals Group's event on Saturday, Sept. 29.

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Niki Kottmann
September 29, 2018

All Faiths Food Bank hosts inaugural Autumn Harvest dinner

The nonprofit held a family-style dinner fundraiser Sept. 28 at its Benderson Family Campus.

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Observer Staff
September 27, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Sept. 27

Marlene Meyer took this photograph at sunset on Lido Beach.

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Shane Donglasan
September 26, 2018

Sarasota High celebrates accomplished alums

The second annual SHS Hall of Fame event brought together alums to celebrate accomplishments and raise money for the school.

Sarasota
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Katie Johns
September 26, 2018

Olympic hopefuls set sail for Tokyo Games

Ravi Parent, an alum of the Sarasota Sailing Squadron, and his teammate Caroline Atwood are training in hopes of qualifying for the 2020 summer Olympics.

Longboat Key
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Shane Donglasan
September 21, 2018

Centenarians honored at Pines of Sarasota

Pines of Sarasota said cheers to a 100 years to its centenarians.

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Observer Staff
September 20, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Sept. 20

Gordon Silver captured these large gators at Myakka River State Park resting, while a brave great egret strolls by.

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Shane Donglasan
September 16, 2018

Temple Emanu-El kicks off first day of religious school

Temple Emanu-El celebrated the first day of its religious school on Sept. 16.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
September 14, 2018

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County honors community leaders

The 13th Annual Intertape Polymer Group Leadership Breakfast presented by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County celebrated Dick Vitale and Todd Jones.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
September 13, 2018

EDC Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon celebrates economic innovation

The Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County honored business success at its annual meeting and awards luncheon on Aug. 13.

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Observer Staff
September 13, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Sept. 13

Michael Bajorek photographed this hibiscus flower on Siesta Key.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
September 12, 2018

Opening Coffee fires up SPARCC volunteers

The SPARCC Auxiliary warmed up for the fundraising season with its Opening Coffee event at The Field Club.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
September 10, 2018

Canine Club dog park opens at Gillespie Park

After years of residents pushing for a dog park in the Gillespie Park neighborhood, the Canine Club finally opens.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
September 9, 2018

Youth learn life skills with Blooming Impressions

Blooming Impressions partner with Kappa Alpha Psi to offer minority youth a way to learn skills and gain self-esteem.

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Observer Staff
September 6, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Sept. 6

Matt Slack photographed these palm tree silhouettes at sunset at the Ringling Bridge.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
September 1, 2018

Beauty, Brains and Business empowers female leaders of tomorrow

Truly Valued launched its free workshop series for high school girls to gain confidence and career knowledge.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
August 31, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Aug. 30

Stephen Jordan captured this sunset over the Gulf of Mexico from Siesta Key.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 29, 2018

Sarasota dog lost at sea finds his way back to shore

Shane Hale and his dog, Harley, were embarking on a new journey sailing the world, when a storm caused them to be separated at sea.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 26, 2018

Women’s Equity Luncheon celebrates progress

The 24th Annual Women's Equity Luncheon encouraged women to reflect on progress on Aug. 25 at the Carlisle Inn.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 25, 2018

Learning comes to life at third annual ED-stravaganza

EdExploreSRQ's Third Annual ED-stravaganza showcased learning opportunities on Aug. 25 at Suncoast Technical College.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Shane Donglasan
August 23, 2018

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer celebrates upcoming fundraising season

Breast cancer survivors and their friends and family gathered on Aug. 23 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Sarasota-Manatee's kick-off celebration.

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Observer Staff
August 23, 2018

Sarasota weather page photo: Aug. 23

Jeannie Sparks photographed this limpkin at Celery Fields.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 20, 2018

Friends help out Easter Seals therapy dog

When Braden Jet needed total hip replacement surgery, his friends at Easter Seals rallied together to help him get better.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 19, 2018

Temple Sinai opens its doors to new members

Temple Sinai hosted its open house event, Connect with Sinai, on Aug. 19.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 19, 2018

Wash, rinse, learn

Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading transforms laundromat into a center of hope

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 18, 2018

Dog-filled day at the ballpark

On Aug. 18, Ed Smith Stadium hosted its first ever Paws at the Park event.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 18, 2018

Hip, hip hooray for HIPPY graduates

HIPPY students celebrated with their families on Aug. 17 at the Sarasota YMCA Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Branch during their graduation ceremony.

Sarasota
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Shane Donglasan
August 16, 2018

Sarasota Memorial paid tribute to its first black doctor

The late Dr. John Chenault was remembered for his groundbreaking service to the community on Aug. 15 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital's clinic in Newtown.