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Siesta Key | Neighbors

    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 16, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Shane Shifflett

Sarasota Christian School eighth-grader Shane Shifflett went 3-for-3 with two doubles, a triple, three RBIs, a run scored and an intentional walk to lead the Blazers to a 6-5 victory over Canterbury School of Florida in the Class 2A-Region 2 semifinals May 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sheila Raye Charles
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 16, 2013
SCHOOL BOARD BULLETIN

Upper-elementary students at The NewGate School celebrated Cinco de Mayo with a salsa-garden harvest Monday, May 6. Students harvested the vegetables they had been growing since February in their garden.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Middle School student Zachary Rafael
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • May 16, 2013
Student Spotlight: ZACHARY RAFAEL

Zachary Rafael may only be in the seventh grade, but he's already made strides in educating students and the public about the harmful effects of tobacco.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cameron Smalley, 14, who will play baseball for ODA next year, attended the Thunder’s final three games of the season. Cameron says he is eager to get to know his future teammates.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 15, 2013
Slugger bags ODA scholarship

Cameron Smalley was named the Taylor Emmons Scholarship Fund's third scholarship recipient May 6.

  • East County
  • Sports
Madison Schmidt
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 9, 2013
SIDELINES

Crew defends title; Thunder, Cougars fall

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 9, 2013
JUST THE STATS

8 - The combined number of Cardinal Mooney and The Out-of-Door Academy seniors who played their final prep baseball game May 2.

  • Sarasota
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Photos by Jen Blanco
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 9, 2013
Forge ahead: Jammeria Higdon

Sarasota High senior Jammeria Higdon closed out her prep track-and-field career at the Class 3A State Finals May 3, at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 9, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Kehtura Merrick

Riverview High senior Kehtura Merrick threw the discus 120 feet, 7 inches to capture the state title at the Class 4A State Finals May 4, at the University of North Florida, in Jacksonville.

  • Sarasota
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Sasha Nir and Matthew Baker wave flags to celebrate Israel’s 65th birthday. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • May 9, 2013
SCHOOL BOARD

Students at The Gan School at Temple Sinai celebrated Israel's 65th birthday, which was April 16, by taking an imaginary plane ride to Israel.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Military Academy teacher Sharon Mitchell.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • May 9, 2013
Teacher Spotlight: Sharon Mitchell

Sarasota Military Academy English teacher Sharon Mitchell goes beyond the basic requirements of teaching her 75 students grammar and reading comprehension - she teaches them to think differently, especially when it comes to poetry.

  • Sarasota
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Helen and Len Glaser
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 8, 2013
Daughter keeps memories close to her heart

The Observer's 'Memories with Mom' contest winner, Helen Glaser, remembers the bravery and generosity of her mother, Maya Nathan.

  • Longboat Key
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Jonathan Poyner addresses the crowd.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest

Sculptors and spectators packed the beach Saturday, May 4, at the 41st Annual Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest. Competitors carved their sculptures and soaked up some sun before judges awarded prizes. Andrew Dailey's pirate sculpture won several awards, including judge's choice and first place in the adult humorous category.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Meghan Pellatt and Chastanna Niemann
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

Members of the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce gathered Friday, May 3, for their regular luncheon at the Old Salty Dog. Members and guests socialized before enjoying a meal during the meeting.

  • Siesta Key
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Photo by Jen Blanco
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 2, 2013
HER 'BIG BREAK': Lindsey Bergeon

Sarasota resident and 2004 Riverview High graduate Lindsey Bergeon was one of 12 golfers selected to be on 'Big Break Mexico,' which premieres May 13, on the Golf Channel.

  • Sarasota
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Jammeria Higdon
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 2, 2013
SIDELINES

Riverview Rams qualify for state meet; ODA track teams post top-11 finishes

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