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Courtesy photo. Grace Hodges and Emma Zoller painted coin purses filled with chocolate gelt.
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  • November 21, 2013
Tots enjoy traditional fun

Temple Emanu-El children began preparation for Hanukkah with a special Tot Shabbat program Saturday, Nov. 16.

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Construction on a multi-use recreational trail is underway behind Ohio Street, where residents are worried traffic from a planned kayak launch could cause traffic woes.
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  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2013
Kayak launch worries residents

A forthcoming multiuse recreational trail in Laurel Park - and particularly a kayak launch - has some residents worried about the neighborhood getting too crowded.

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  • November 21, 2013
County sees silver lining in project's delay

County officials say two construction projects at Siesta Beach will have little impact on beach access and may ultimately lead to increased efficiency and cost savings.

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  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2013
Commission fails to act on paid parking request

Despite a request from the owner of Louies Modern - and the apparent interest of three commissioners in delaying the start date - a paid parking program at the Palm Avenue garage remains slated to begin Jan. 6.

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  • November 21, 2013
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Sarasota think tank partners with Georgia Tech; One defendant remains in city Sunshine lawsuit; Pine View ranks among nation's best, again

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  • November 21, 2013
Barbetta questions restaurant's compliance

Noise complaints pertaining to Bob's Boathouse from a nearby neighborhood spurred an investigation into the legitimacy of the restaurant's liquor license.

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File photo. Katherine Harris and Anders Ebbeson
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 21, 2013
UPDATE: Anders Ebbeson revered as affable man

The Swedish businessman and husband of Katherine Harris suffered several medical conditions. He was 68.

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Artists draw sidewalk art at this year’s Chalk Festival, which founder Denise Kowal says could be the city’s last.
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  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2013
2013 Chalk Festival may be the city of Sarasota's last

Sarasota Chalk Festival founder Denise Kowal says this year's event was a success, but she's already considering moving next year's festival out of the city of Sarasota.

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  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2013
Mobility study could lead to development changes

At a City Commission workshop held Friday, city staff and a consulting group outlined some proposed changes stemming from an ongoing mobility study.

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  • November 21, 2013
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Palms on U.S. 301 cost about $90,000.
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  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2013
Landscaping effort focuses on beautifying city gateway

Maintenance costs for the landscaping project will total $48,237 in the first year. Starting next year, the city will have to foot the bill.

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  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 21, 2013
Crystal Classic finishes strong after rainstorm

Siesta Key's annual sand-sculpting competition rebounded from an soggy opening day for a successful weekend that brought tourism revenue to the area for a third year.

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File photo. Lido Key residents are concerned that, without a proposed city project, their shoreline could be irreparably damaged.
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  • David Conway
  • November 21, 2013
Lido Key residents dig in on beach renourishment

Lido Key Residents said their support must outweigh Siesta Key residents' opposition to the Lido Beach renourishment efforts and to Big Pass dredging.

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GREECE LIGHTNING. Ashley Munroe, Suzanne Munroe and George Bradicich took their Sarasota Observer along on a trip to Rhodes, Greece, recently. The acropolis of Lindos sits behind them.
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  • November 21, 2013
It's Read Everywhere

Observer readers brought their favorite local newspaper to Athens.

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Harriet Sokmensuer D.K. Morton spent 13 years traveling around the world, and says moving back to Sarasota in 1983 was the best decision he ever made. This year, Morton celebrates 30 years working at Morton’s Gourmet Market.
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  • November 21, 2013
Gourmet Guru

After 30 years of working at Morton's Gourmet Market, D.K. Morton can truly say there's no place like home.

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