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City Commissioner Suzanne Atwell with JoAnne DeVries
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tiger Bay Club dinner banquet

The Sarasota Tiger Bay Club welcomed guest speaker Michael Smerconish to dinner, Tuesday Nov. 5. Smerconish discussed current events and American politics at the Tiger Bay Club's dinner banquet held at Michael's on East.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Another candidate jumps into the Sarasota County Commission race
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 5, 2013
Daily Headlines: Nov. 5, 2013

Today's stories: Another candidate jumps into the Sarasota County Commission race; Two Longboat Key properties sell for $6 million each; Sarasota City Commission to extend homeless outreach program; and MORE!

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Central and South American inspired-rainforest includes more than 1,000 plants.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Gardens' Rainforest Garden

Selby Gardens previewed the Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Families from Selby's Little Sprouts program were invited to explore the recently finished rainforest before its grand opening. The garden provides an opportunity for families to connect with nature in a fun, safe environment. The garden will be open to the public Saturday, Nov. 9.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Chart House is located at 201 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 5, 2013
Two Longboat properties sell for $6 million each

The Chart House Shops sold for $6.2 million, and a vacant north-end parcel sold for $6 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
This year’s Farm City Week will celebrate 500 years of Florida agriculture.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 5, 2013
Manatee County proclaims Farm City Week

November 14-22 will recognize the importance of domestic agricultural production, a $500 million industry in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Commissioner Jack Duncan said the police union contract that calls for the current pension plan to be frozen, “a huge burden that’s being lifted.”
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 5, 2013
Town Commission approves police contract

A new police contract includes a 401(a) retirement plan offer that includes a 3% pay increase and gives officers another 7% increase in take-home pay.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Siesta Key resident Lourdes Ramirez has filed to run for the Sarasota County Commission in 2014.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 5, 2013
Ramirez to run for Sarasota County Commission

CONA President Lourdes Ramirez has filed to run for the District 4 seat on the Sarasota County Commission.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jack Alogna and Beth Cotner
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 4, 2013
Starry Night Dinner 1, highlighting the production of Show Boat

Starry Night Dinner 1, highlighting the production of Show Boat

  • Black Tie
Co-chairs Chuck and Margie Barancik, co-chairs David and Edie Chaifetz, honoree Teri Hansen, AJC West Coast Florida Chapter Executive Director Brian Lipton and co-chairs Stacy and Ben Hanan
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 4, 2013
AJC Sponsor Kick-Off

AJC Sponsor Kick-Off

  • Black Tie
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 4, 2013
City Commission to extend Street Team program

The Street Team program, a collaborative homeless outreach effort between the city and the Salvation Army, received broad support from the commission for its success.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 4, 2013
BCC set to discuss lawsuits, Ed Smith lighting

The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will meet in Venice on Tuesday to discuss issues ranging from public works improvements to financial planning.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Longboat Key Town Commission considers planning policies this afternoon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Daily Headlines: Nov. 4, 2013

Man stabbed near Siesta Key north bridge; Sarasota Coalition of City Neighborhood Associations asks for oversight of school board levy; Longboat Key Town Commission to consider Urban Land Institute recommendations; and MORE!

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota Police arrested 55-year-old David Christner Saturday, Nov. 2, for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Man stabbed with ice pick during parking scuffle

The victim, found at the middle of the Siesta Key north bridge, required a blood transfusion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Master sand sculptors arrived early to help create the sponsor sculpture for the 2012 Siesta Key Crystal Classic.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
Crystal Classic organizers seek volunteers

Siesta Key Crystal Classic planners have asked for volunteers to assist five master sand sculptors create a 60-foot-long sculpture ahead of the event.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Sarasota Bay Water Festival took over Ken Thompson park, Saturday Nov. 2.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2013
MONDAY EVENT MASHUP: Sarasota Bay Water Festival

Sarasota Bay Water Festival; Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce's SandFest; Polo Grill 2.0 Relaunch Party; and MORE!

  • Siesta Key
  • News
A regular meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. tonight at Town Hall will establish a fund balance policy for the commission and review an interlocal agreement with the Planning, Zoning and Building Department.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 4, 2013
ULI work begins today

Commissioners will hold their first special meeting to review a list of recommendations from an Urban Land Institute study that cost taxpayers $125,000 at 1:30 p.m. today at Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Half Shell Seafood House, formerly Half Shell Oyster House, moved from Main Street in Sarasota.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Formerly the Half Shell Oyster House, the restaurant moved from Main Street in Sarasota to Manatee County, at 5231 University Parkway in the former Red Elephant Pizza space.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
Half Shell Seafood House opens on University Parkway

Formerly the Half Shell Oyster House, the restaurant moved from Main Street in Sarasota to Manatee County, at 5231 University Parkway in the former Red Elephant Pizza space.

  • East County
  • News
Bayfront Park Recreation Center is located at 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 4, 2013
Bayfront Park Rec Center announces programs

The schedule for November and December includes fitness classes and bridge.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
American Eagle has thousands of stores and outlet stores across the country, including at Westfield's Sarasota Square Mall and the Ellenton Premium Outlets.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 4, 2013
American Eagle commits to mega mall

American Eagle Outfitters, an apparel retailer targeted at young adults and teenagers, has committed to the Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
  • News
Ron and John Gricius check out the 1970 Mercedes Benz 280 SL
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Southside Village SECA Car Show

Car lovers came out for The Southside Village SECA Car Show Sunday, November 3. Over 150 sports, exotic, classic, and antique cars were on display for the public. Many reminisced, while some just enjoyed the collection of colorful cars. All proceeds benefited The Life of Riley Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chris Lusk and Pamela Hahlbeck enjoy their soups
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 3, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bowls of Hope

Locals had soup and bread for lunch at the Bowls of Hope Sunday, November 3. Guests were able to choose three soups out of 42 made by local restaurants. Ceramic bowls created by local artists and school children were available for guests to take home. All proceeds benefited the All Faiths Food Bank.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 3, 2013
Cougars capture district crown

The Cardinal Mooney High football team captured the Class 3A-District 10 crown with a 35-10 victory over Fort Myers Bishop Verot Nov. 1.

  • East County
  • Sports
Julie Anderson and Angie Stringer
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 2, 2013
'Rockin' Lobster' - Lobster Boil and Beach Party

'Rockin' Lobster' - Lobster Boil and Beach Party

  • Black Tie
Joe Combs treated daughter Alayna and son Ethan to ice cream
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: 2013 Sarasota Bay Water Festival

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival took over Ken Thompson park, Saturday Nov. 2. The festival offered guests a day full of live music, educational workshops, fun activities and panel discussions. The event was free and celebrated the importance of the Sarasota Bay.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Max Majorski, 3, makes plans for his new plant.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Family Fall Festival

Rainy weather didn't stop the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast's Family Fall Festival Nov. 2.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kelly Kirschner spoke at Saturday's CCNA meeting regarding a proposal that would create a oversight board to monitor how funds generated by a School Board tax are spent.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 2, 2013
CCNA asks for greater oversight for School Board

At its meeting today, the group endorsed including the creation of an oversight committee in the ballot language of an upcoming School Board tax referendum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rebecca Bizick, Angie Nutter and Tammy Dentici
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 1, 2013
The Silver Lining Social

The Silver Lining Social

  • Black Tie
Larry and Sheri Ellis with Cari Fallen and Howard Akey
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 1, 2013
Night of Hope Gala

Night of Hope Gala

  • Black Tie
Doris Berkey, Carol Butera, Denise Mei, Paul Bowman and Lea Mei
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 1, 2013
Flip Flops & Fashion

Flip Flops & Fashion

  • Black Tie
Tim Clarke, Nick Gladding and Katie Moulton
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Greater Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce Salute to Business

The Greater Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce held the 2013 Salute to Business banquet, Friday Nov. 1. The Chamber recognized the achievements of its members and reviewed the success of the past year. Members also learned about current and future projects such as the Sarasota Tomorrow Next program. The award ceremony marked the beginning of the Chamber's 94th year of investing in the community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota High football team celebrates following its 41-14 victory over Lakewood Ranch Nov. 1.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota High Football vs. Lakewood Ranch

The Sarasota High football team captured the Class 7A-District 10 tittle with a 41-14 victory over Lakewood Ranch Nov. 1. With the win, the Sailors clinched a berth in the playoffs for the first time since 2007.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ahoy! Tim and Beth Self are on board.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Chamber's SandFest

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce kicked off November with a splash, as patrons danced, sang and ate beachside Nov. 1 at the Siesta Beach Pavilion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tim and Lisa Holler with Melissa and Matt Rixon; Melissa Rixon is co-vice president of the McNeal Parent Teacher Organization.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: McNeal Elementary 10-year Anniversary Gala

Supporters came out to McNeal Elementary School's 10-year Anniversary Celebration Gala Nov. 1. The event, at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, featured a Texas Hold 'Em tournament, dancing, cocktails and food.

  • East County
  • Schools
John and Lisa Barnott with Cyndi and Todd Pokrywa
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Polo Grill Relaunch

Polo Grill celebrated its new look and menu Nov. 1 at its 2.0 Grand Relaunch Party. The event at the Lakewood Ranch Main Street-based restaurant, featured hot and cold appetizers, wine, new menu samplings, live entertainment, dancing, raffles and free giveaways.

  • East County
  • News
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