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  • October 31, 2013
Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

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ODA volleyball
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 31, 2013
Sidelines

ODA volleyball; Riverview Rams win district crown; Sarasota cruises to district titles; Cougars victorious at homecoming; Falcons open new athletic center

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Lyons
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  • Jen Blanco
  • October 31, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Sage Lyons

Sarasota High freshman Sage Lyons set a new school record: crossing the finish line in 18 minutes, 51 seconds at the Class 3A-District 10 cross-country meet Oct. 24, in Largo.

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This home at 5415 Azure Way has three bedrooms, two baths, one half-bath, a pool and 3,063 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.1 million.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • October 31, 2013
Home in Siesta Isles sells for $1.1 million

Thomas Fuller, trustee, of Geneva, Ill., sold the home at 5415 Azure Way to Robert Hinkle and Brenda Hinkle, trustees, of Purcellville, Va., for $1.1 million.

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Amy McCormack submitted this sunset photo, with Siesta Key in the background.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 31, 2013
Weather: Sarasota

Amy McCormack submitted this sunset photo, with Siesta Key in the background.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • October 31, 2013
Businesses seek sidewalk café expansion

The Downtown Improvement District endorsed a revision of a city ordinance so non-dining establishments can provide outdoor seating for their businesses.

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Cheryl Anderson and Kathy Davies
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 30, 2013
WBTT's Pre-Season Event

WBTT's Pre-Season Event

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Sue Biter and Vivian Browning
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 30, 2013
The Wit and Wisdom of Aging

The Wit and Wisdom of Aging

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Dirty dog Martin with owner Elizabeth wood who was his soap
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Humane Society of Sarasota's Doggie Parade

Decked out dogs spent their afternoon at the Humane Society of Sarasota's Howl-O-Ween Doggie Costume Parade, Wednesday Oct. 30.The parade was held at the Phillippi Farmhouse market. All proceeds benefitted the Humane Society.

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Lynne Bennett and Marcia Bachura
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Westfield Southgate Mall annual Fashion Show and Luncheon

Guests attended Baby Basics of Sarasota County and Westfield Southgate Mall annual Fashion Show and Luncheon Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Westfield Southgate Mall.

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Officials leasing the Mall at University Town Center also say they will be announcing more tenants soon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 30, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 30, 2013

Today's stories: Longboat Key partners with University of Florida; Sarasota Police to offer virtual ride-along; Nordstrom Rack prepares for grand opening; and MORE!

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  • Observer Staff
  • October 30, 2013
Clock countdown

Daylight Saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 3, so you can catch up on your sleep.

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Follow @SarasotaPD on Twitter for public service announcements and safety messages.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 30, 2013
Sarasota Police to tweet from the streets

The Sarasota Police Department will offer a virtual ride-along for its Twitter followers with 'Tweet from the Beat' Friday, Nov. 1.

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Siesta Key Oyster Bar offers a menu of fresh seafood as well as a fun atmosphere, with nightly live music, in the heart of the Siesta Key Village.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 30, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Siesta Key Oyster Bar

This week we went in the kitchen with chef Douglas Jennings of Siesta Key Oyster Bar, while he prepares shrimp and avocado ceviche. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's "In the Kitchen."

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Daniel Smith presents Gilles Canesse a gold medal for winning the Southeast Regional men’s singles competition.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 30, 2013
Qualifying Round

The Sarasota Club de Petanque will host the 2013 FPUSA National Men's Triples Championship and World Championship Qualification Tournament Nov. 2 and Nov. 3.

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