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Richard Bouchard, co-chair Jimmy Neal and Carl Zimmerman
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  • November 18, 2013
Black & White Gayla

Black & White Gayla

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Scott Anderson and Hillary Steele
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  • November 18, 2013
High Tide at High Noon

High Tide at High Noon

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L’Ambiance resident Irwin Pastor qualified Nov. 15 for the at-large seat and will run against Armando Linde.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 18, 2013
Two commission races set for March

Commissioner Terry Gans will run against District 3 opponent Ray Rajewski. Armando Linde and Irwin Pastor will faceoff for the at-large commission seat.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 18, 2013
CONA braces for 2050 fight

Sarasota County's community neighborhood association alliance held a press conference on Monday, addressing proposed changes to the Sarasota 2050 plan, which the Sarasota County Commission will discuss this week.

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Tom Aposporos and Longboat Key Vice Mayor David Brenner, pictured, and Mayor Jim Brown provided early leadership for the foundation. (File photo)
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 18, 2013
Longboat Key Foundation established at CFSC

The foundation was formed last month to benefit the Key and its residents.

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American Education Week runs today through Nov. 22.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 18, 2013
American Education Week kicks off

Public education is celebrated in Manatee County schools this week, Nov. 18 to Nov. 22, with a range of activities for students and parents.

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A 68-year-old man was pulled from a hot tub by a witness who started CPR before the victim died.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • November 18, 2013
Man dies after rescue from hot tub

A 68-year-old man was found unresponsive in a community hot tub in Lakewood Ranch at noon Sunday and was pronounced dead 20 minutes later.

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This year's Sarasota Chalk Festival celebrated the theme "Legacy of Valor" and featured 500 artists.
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  • November 18, 2013
Sarasota Chalk Festival

See a time-lapse video and complete coverage of the Sarasota Chalk Festival, which took over Burns Court this past weekend.

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Commodore David and Marilyn Powell
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  • November 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bird Key Yacht Club Commodore's Ball

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the members of Bird Key Yacht Club gathered in their finest and fanciest to honor Commodore David Powell and his wife, Marilyn, for their efforts and contributions throughout the year.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 18, 2013
2050 debate on tap for County Commission

Proposed changes to the Sarasota 2050 comprehensive plan will take center stage at Sarasota County Commission meetings on Tuesday and Wednesday.

  • Siesta Key
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Shelia Wynne, Margery Blacklow and Nancy Skadron
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Sanctuary Welcome Back Party

On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Sanctuary at Longboat Key Club held a Welcome Back Party for returning residents.

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Eat Here's Rooftop Lounge opens Friday, Nov. 22
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 18, 2013
Eat Here opens rooftop lounge with a benefit

The official opening of the downtown Eat Here rooftop lounge this Friday will benefit The Mayors Feed the Hungry program.

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  • November 18, 2013
Governor names new Sarasota County judge

Erika Quartermaine, 35, will step into the vacancy on the Sarasota County Court left by outgoing Judge Kimberly Bonner, who was recently appointed to the Circuit Court.

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Monee Arpin and Kay DeFrances
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  • November 17, 2013
'The Art of Caring for Children'

'The Art of Caring for Children'

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Louise Burderle, Susan and Jim Lanier and Mary Ann Robinson
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  • November 17, 2013
Celebrating Legacies

Celebrating Legacies

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Anne Essner, Chris Curie and Carol Bowen
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  • November 17, 2013
65th Anniversary Diamond and Sapphire 'Jewel'bilee Celebration

65th Anniversary Diamond and Sapphire 'Jewel'bilee Celebration

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Ashley Light from YPG wraps a gift
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  • November 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Girls Inc. Santa's Helpers

Girls Inc. and Sarasota's Young Professional Group volunteers were Santa's Helpers, Sunday Nov. 17. The volunteers spent the morning wrapping gifts for Girls Inc. families.

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Sand sculpture by Bred Stocker and Fred Mallet
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Crystal Classic

This weekend, the Crystal Classic returns to Siesta Beach. Visitors from around the world come to witness the local and international sculptors at work. The three-day event takes place until Monday.

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Will Zin works on Norman Rockwell’s Freedom of Worship
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Chalk Festival

The annual Sarasota Chalk Festival took over Burns Court, Sunday Nov. 17. The outdoor festival invited visitors to admire the work of international and local chalk artists. This year's festival celebrated the theme 'Legacy of Valor' and featured 500 artists.

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Sue and Rick Berkun
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  • November 17, 2013
Illumination Gala 'Moonlight and Martinis'

Illumination Gala 'Moonlight and Martinis'

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Peggy Albano, Heather McKay and Larry Winegar
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  • November 16, 2013
2013 Miracle Ball

2013 Miracle Ball

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Steve and Kamila Brannan
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  • November 16, 2013
Teen Court of Sarasota Silver Anniversary Celebration

Teen Court of Sarasota Silver Anniversary Celebration

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Charlie and Theresa Bartlett, Charles and Susan Hines and Mike Doyle
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  • November 16, 2013
Dream Maker's Ball 'Celebrating the Roaring Twenties'

Dream Maker's Ball 'Celebrating the Roaring Twenties'

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Suzanne and John Anderson
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  • November 16, 2013
'Havana Nights and White Lights'

'Havana Nights and White Lights'

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Denise Adam, Toni Adkinson and Christine Boone
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 16, 2013
The Artful Lobster

The Artful Lobster

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The festivities aren't just for the humans.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Family Fun Day

Hunsader's Rockin' Ranch, Bradenton, lived up to its name Nov. 16 with live musical entertainment, pony rides, games and other family activities at Family Fun Day.

  • East County
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The Cuevas family — Elliott, 7, Caleb, 5, Edward and Nitza — show their Italian pride.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Festa Italiana

Mario-inspired mustaches and the smell of pizza filled the air Nov. 16 at Festa Italiana at Central Park, Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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The Cuevas family — Elliott, 7, Caleb, 5, Edward and Nitza show their Italian pride.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Festa Italiana

Maio-inspired moustaches and the smell of pizza filled the air Nov. 16 at Festa Italiana in Central Park, Lakewood Ranch.

  • Sarasota
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Veteran and student firefighters come together to compete.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: MTI's First Responders Challenge

Manatee Technical Institute hosted its second First Responders Challenge Nov. 16 at its Lakewood Ranch campus.

  • East County
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Joe Cordasco with Alicia Kubiak and Dutton Yost
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party

On Saturday, Nov. 16, over 400 people came together for the much-anticipated Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party. The crowd enjoyed tasty dishes from 30 local restaurants, a wide variety of drinks and an enticing raffle. This highly attended Kiwanis Club event benefited children's charities.

  • Longboat Key
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Ethna Wishnie and Dawn Epstein
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 15, 2013
'Haute for the Holidays'

'Haute for the Holidays'

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Haven Beach and Victoria Snyder
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 15, 2013
Wine, Women and Shoes

Wine, Women and Shoes

  • Black Tie
ODA’s Jose Juncosa attempts to maneuver the ball past SMA’s Connor Moriarty.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SMA vs. ODA Soccer

The Sarasota Military Academy boys and girls soccer teams played host to The Out-of-Door Academy Nov. 14. The ODA boys team defeated SMA 2-1. Tait Lystad and Trevor Gorji each scored a goal for ODA. The ODA girls team won 3-0. Caitlyn Camire, Katie Lang and Kimmy Comito all scored goals for ODA.

  • Sarasota
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Fred and Gilda Nobel had fun with their costumes for their performance of Young at Heart
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Flim Flam II

Residents of The Fountains held their annual variety show, Flim Flam II Friday Nov. 15. The performers sang, danced and acted in the two-hour show for other residents.

  • Sarasota
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James Trippe, 31, was released on $7,500 bail following his arrest for grand theft on Thursday. Courtesy Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 15, 2013
Deputies nab tractor thief

A Sarasota man was arrested for stealing an $82,000 tractor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 15, 2013
World pentathlon event may come to Sarasota

Officials representing Nathan Benderson Park hope to bring the Pentathlon World Cup to the facility.

  • East County
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