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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 14, 2014
FYI Friday - Your weekly news roundup

Catch up on the week's most important and most interesting news stories from Sarasota, Longboat Key and East County with FYI Friday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 14, 2014
Jaleski qualifies for March election

Village resident Gene Jaleski has qualified to run against Commissioner Phill Younger for an at-large seat.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 14, 2014
Bayfront group continues to develop vision

A third public forum, held at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, served as an opportunity for Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 to refine its core values for developing the city’s waterfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 14, 2014
Deputies bust family's pot operation

Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office detectives found more than four pounds of marijuana in the home of the brothers, Austin and Jacob Gluck.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 14, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club luncheon

The Longboat Key Republican Club held a luncheon on Friday, Nov. 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 14, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Siesta Key Crystal Classic

Watch the soft sands of Siesta Beach transform in masterpieces by the shore for the Siesta Key Crystal Classic this weekend.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 14, 2014
County removes eagles' nest from Ed Smith Stadium

A pair of bald eagles lost their winter home Friday, as Sarasota County removed a nest from the lights at the Baltimore Orioles’ Spring Training site.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 14, 2014
East Manatee Fire preps for growth

East Manatee Fire Rescue firefighters this week learned skills they'll use on the rescue's new ladder truck.

  • East County
  • News
Aidan Watkins says his speaking part perfectly.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw American Education Program

Third-grade students at Bashaw Elementary school sang about exploration and the greatness of their country during a special American Education Week program Nov. 13, at the school.

  • East County
  • News
Executive Chef Andrea Bozzolo creates an arugula salad.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Amore by Andrea grand opening

On Thursday, Nov. 13, Amore by Andrea held its grand opening. The restaurant is in the same location as Mattison's Steakhouse, which closed in 2008.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Melinda Sharrit, of Mote Ranch, with Nancy Small and Linda Wokoun, both of Lakewood Ranch, came as guests of event organizer Susan Jordan, not pictured.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Newcomers Club Fashion Show

Members and guests of the Sarasota Newcomers Club gathered Nov. 13 for a special luncheon and fashion show, at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County Commissioner Christine Robinson was appointed to the commission in 2010 and elected in 2012. File Photo.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
County Commissioner chosen as Argus executive director

Christine Robinson, District 3 commissioner, will take the place of former director Kerry Kirschner in January.

  • Sarasota
  • News
At his last meeting as a Heritage Harbour South CDD supervisor, Joe Jaudon voted for district staff to create a contract for off-duty deputy speed enforcement.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 13, 2014
Heritage Harbour speeds toward off-duty deputy contract

Heritage Harbour South Community Development District supervisors agreed Nov. 12 to craft a contract with Manatee County Sheriff's Office for the hire of an off-duty deputy to enforce speed limits.

  • East County
  • News
Hannah Figueras, Madelyn Kumar, Domenic Aluise, Victoria Sinclair and Merritt Kendzior are eager to compete. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2014
Students head to Abu Dhabi

East County students left today for the F1 in Schools World Finals.

  • East County
  • News
After spending four years on Riverview’s varsity squad, senior running back Karan Higdon played his final high school game Nov. 7.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 13, 2014
Going out in style

Senior Karan Higdon scored four touchdowns versus rival Sarasota in his final game for the Rams.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
Flower friends

The local chapter of Ikebana International, a group dedicated to the art of Japanese flower arranging, hosted the program 'Florida Style Ikebana,' Monday, at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
JFCS hosts healing lecture

Jewish Family and Children's Services hosted the 10th annual Grace Rosen Magill Memorial Lecture Program Monday, at The Francis.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
Work of Art

Sarasota's art community suffered a loss Nov. 7 with the death of local gallery owner Allyn Gallup.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
Our View

Changing of the guard

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 13, 2014
High Five Moments of the Week

The top five sports moments of the week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Booker running back Spencer Carter scored the Tornadoes’ final touchdown on a 28-yard run in the fourth quarter.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 13, 2014
Football Friday

The Observer recaps the week in football.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 13, 2014
Sidelines

Sarasota girls win regional crown; Rams dominate in the pool at championships; Riverview cross-country teams headed to state meet

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Linda Holland and Linda Jacob work to clean up the pavilion at Gillespie Park in advance of an event Wednesday.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
Gillespie Park faces homeless problem

The latest area to see issues arise from a new homeless population, Gillespie Park residents hope the city will take action on their behalf.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Siesta Key residents ask questions after the Florida Department of Transportation’s presentation on the future of the intersection of Beach Road and Midnight Pass. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
Residents go around about traffic

FDOT is considering three options for the Beach Road/Midnight Pass intersection, but residents remain wary of a roundabout's effect on traffic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Local business owner Chris Brown, right, with business partner Mike Granthon, left, purchased the Siesta Market property for $2.8 million. Photos by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
Brown expands Siesta properties list

Chris Brown and his business partner purchased the Siesta Market property at the beginning of November, adding to their collection of parcels on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Alex Quarles CEO of Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Inc., Brenda Johnson, Brian Johnson, Dr. James Shumacher and Sarasota Memorial Hospital CEO David Verinder.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 13, 2014
SMH partners with AC/DC singer Brian Johnson

Sarasota Memorial Hospital banded together with AC/DC lead singer Brian Johnson to open the Brian Johnson Music Therapy Center for pediatric patients.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In the wake of a 2013 lawsuit, City Commissioner Susan Chapman regularly seeks legal opinions on whether or not she is allowed to attend outside events in her capacity as an elected official.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
Sunshine issues drag on for commissioners

More than a year after a lawsuit alleged commissioners violated the Sunshine Law by attending a meeting, city leaders are still dealing with headaches stemming from the case.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
News Briefs

Sarasota County bags Sunday booze ban; Wawa slated for North Sarasota; Longboat resident charged in road rage stabbing

  • Sarasota
  • News
The parking lot at Orange Avenue and Laurel Street — which sits in the shadow of a 15-story building — could be the site of an undesirable development at some point in the future, some Laurel Park residents fear. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
Laurel Park residents push for parking lot purchase

Following pushback from merchants, the city's lease on the parking lot at Orange Avenue and Laurel Street was renewed in October 2013 after lapsing that summer.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
Planning Commission OKs Osprey development

Although neighbors successfully petitioned for a lower density for the Palms at Casey Key project, worries remain.

  • Sarasota
  • News
SPARCC Executive Director Olivia Thomas steps down after seven years as the leader for the nonprofit agency. Photo by Amanda Morales
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 13, 2014
Executive director steps down from SPARCC

Olivia Thomas leaves a legacy of compassion helping victims of domestic violence.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Paul Thorpe and Tre Michel are spearheading an advertising effort to highlight some of the distinctive characteristics of the downtown area. Banners adorn downtown light poles as part of the campaign.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Retail survey

Exacerbating fears about paid parking and inspiring advertising campaigns, the new mall made an impact in the city of Sarasota, too.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michael Bush, co-owner of the furniture store Home Resource, spearheaded the idea for the Sarasota Design District when he noticed how many stores near his filled a similar niche. File photo
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Rosemary District Zoning

New zoning regulations, a catalyst project and a rebranding as a 'Design District' are the latest attempts to spur activity in the Rosemary District.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Blue Rooster co-owner Bill Cornelius worries about how businesses in the Rosemary District are being affected by an influx of homeless individuals in the area. File photo
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Addressing the homeless

A joint city and county effort to build a homeless shelter ended, and the growing population of homeless people has affected several areas in the city of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering presented by Sarasota Bayfront Now was not enough to win over city commissioners, who quickly signaled their disinterest in the plan. Courtesy rendering
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Bayfront Proposals

As one group attempts to facilitate a citywide conversation, other parties have tried to stake their claim to the bayfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Siesta Key projects

From code amendments to beach worries, Siesta Key Beach wasn't the only hub of activity this summer.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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