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Chef Harry Christensen, owner of Harry’s Continental Kitchens, has been in the food-service business on Longboat Key since 1979.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 2, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Harry's Continental Kitchens

This week we went in the kitchen with owner and chef Harry Christensen of Harry's Continental Kitchens. Learn to make his recipe for steak Harwood!

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Marine deputies issued seven warnings and three boating citations during the national boarting under the influence awareness campaign.
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  • July 2, 2013
Sheriff's Office targets boaters

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office conducts 23 vessel inspections from June 28, through June 30.

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  • July 2, 2013
Chris-Craft focuses on high-end boat niche

Chris-Craft, the company that made boats for John F. Kennedy and Elvis Presley, has slowly sailed back to pre-downturn levels. One key lesson: Get expenses under control.

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  • July 2, 2013
Chris-Craft focuses on high-end boat niche

Chris-Craft focuses on high-end boat niche

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  • July 2, 2013
Destination: East County

Eastern Manatee County may not have beaches or famous museums, but it has plenty of local flavor, winding rivers and parks in which to relax with your family. Consider these options for spending your summer days and nights:

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Sarasota Police did not report any injuries to the four adults on board the 15-foot vessel.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 1, 2013
July 1: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Police arrest armed robbery suspect; Boat capsizes in Sarasota Bay; PHOTO GALLERY: Culverhouse Nature Park Opening; PHOTO GALLERY: Shrimp and Lobster Festival; AAA designates Michael's On East as a premier restaurant

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Bolstering claims of economic recovery, Sarasota County preliminary taxable values exceeded early estimates for the 2014 fiscal year.
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  • July 1, 2013
Sarasota taxable values jump 4%

The preliminary tax roll for Sarasota County in the 2014 fiscal year shows a 4.1% increase in taxable values compared with the 2013 fiscal year.

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Michael's On East co-proprietors Michael Klauber and Phil Mancini
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  • July 1, 2013
AAA designates Michael's On East as a premier restaurant

Michael's On East gets the only 2013 AAA Four Diamond distinction in Sarasota - its 24th consecutive Four Diamond rating.

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Sarasota Police investigate a boating accident Sunday, June 30, near the 10th Street boat ramp.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • July 1, 2013
Boat capsizes in Sarasota Bay

Sarasota Police did not report any injuries to the four adults on board the 15-foot vessel.

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John Coates attempted to elude capture in the Salvation Army on 10th Street and was captured by officers after escaping on foot.
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  • July 1, 2013
Police arrest armed robbery suspect

The Sarasota Police Department suspects John Coates, a 19-year-old homeless man, of two armed robberies and drug possession.

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At least 50 people attended a rally Saturday organized by former Save Our Seabirds volunteer Greg Para, who said its purpose was to show support for founder Lee Fox. Courtesy photo.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • July 1, 2013
City seeks bird's-eye view of Save Our Seabirds

Sarasota staffers didn't see rats or mold during an inspection of Save Our Seabirds, but former volunteers and a past employee told them when and where to look.

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Nancy and Jerry Schrantz
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  • June 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Shrimp and Lobster Festival

Seafood fans flocked downtown Saturday, June 29, to take part in the annual Sarasota Farmer's Market Shrimp and Lobster Festival. Guests enjoyed fresh seafood and live music while browsing vendors' booths.

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Alejandra Powell and her daughter, Natalia
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  • June 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Culverhouse Nature Park Opening

Residents gathered Saturday, June 29, to celebrate the opening of Culverhouse Nature Park in Palmer Ranch. Sarasota County Parks and Recreation, Friends of Sarasota County Parks, Friends of The Legacy Trail, Friends of Palmer Ranch Parks, Friends of Culverhouse Community Garden, the Sarasota YMCA and the Palmer Ranch Master Association hosted the open-house celebration. The new 82-acre park is one of seven trailheads on the Legacy Trail and features opportunities for picnicking, hiking, bicycling and gardening.

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Sarasota Police do not suspect foul play in the death of a woman at the Sarasota County Area Transit transfer station in downtown Sarasota.
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  • Observer Staff
  • June 28, 2013
June 28: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Police investigate death at SCAT station; Weekend Best Bet: Culverhouse Nature Park Celebration; None injured in bus crash; Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

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After more than seven years of planning and deliberation the Culverhouse Nature Park will be open to the public Saturday, June 29 with a kick-off celebration and refreshments.
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  • Observer Staff
  • June 28, 2013
Weekend Best Bet: Culverhouse Nature Park Celebration

After more than seven years of planning and deliberation the Culverhouse Nature Park will be open to the public Saturday, June 29 with a kick-off celebration and refreshments.

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