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  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
SaraMana ORT puts on the 'glitz'

SaraMana ORT recently hosted its "Puttin' on the Glitz" fashion show fundraiser at Michael's On East.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Medical, pharmacy students shift learning

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine medical and pharmacy students traded their classroom study for a clinical education when they received their white coats Jan. 26, at Harvest United Methodist Church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
East County student named youth delegate

Braden River High student Kylie Marcinkiewicz has been selected to represent Florida as a national youth delegate at the 2013 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment June 23 through June 28, at George Mason University.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Sweeties cuddle for Main Street ride

Searching for something to do this Valentine's Day?

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Napier's offers free cats for seniors

Napier's Log Cabin Horse & Animal Sanctuary has partnered with Purina's Pets for Seniors program to help adoptable cats at the sanctuary find a home, while helping seniors (age 55 and up) find a new furry friend.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jeff Mayers, pictured at the Islandside golf course, which has gotten new seeding and grass since his arrival three months ago.
  • By Robin Hartill and Kurt Schultheis
  • February 6, 2013
First impressions: Jeff Mayers

Jeff Mayers believes in being seen beyond the gates in his new role as general manager of the Longboat Key Club and Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 6, 2013
Beach project permit arrives

The town of Longboat Key will perform a hot-spot beach project this summer to help combat three high-erosion areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 6, 2013
Commission to solicit town attorney services

The town attorney selection process will take four to six weeks.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 6, 2013
Subcommittee strives to determine focus

The new P&Z subcommittee is exploring whether the town needs stricter codes.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 6, 2013
Aging in Paradise begins healthy discussion

Longboat Key Fire Rescue and Aging in Paradise Resource Center officials are discussing ways they can work together to promote wellness on the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Edmund Adams
  • February 6, 2013
My View: What country does the president love?

Obama administration ignores the rule of law in the U.S.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Mayor Jim Brown is still hopeful a community center can be built at Bayfront Park.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 6, 2013
Election: Brown wants rec center talks to evolve in third term

Comprehensive Plan changes and 'solving the Colony mess' top Longboat Key Mayor Jim Brown's list should he get a third term as the town's District 4 commissioner.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Our View: It's 'code blue' in Manatee

When a patient goes into cardiac arrest or suffers extensive trauma, teams of cardiac or trauma doctors and nurses converge in a Code Blue rush. There is an extraordinary sense of urgency and intensity as all available resources are brought to bear to save or stabilize the patient.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The cabana tent at the pool is tattered and is visible from the beach outside the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 6, 2013
Colony conditions still concern neighbors

The Colony Beach & Tennis Association has made improvements to the property, but neighbors believe that further repairs are necessary.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2013
How Will We Grow? Activity Centers

Manatee County planning officials are evaluating development in the community and how to ensure growth pays for the infrastructure improvements - water, sewer and other services - that come along with it.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
N.Y. woman injured in Longboat Key crash

A pedestrian was injured Monday afternoon after being hit by a car. The accident occurred in the 3100 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 6, 2013
Committee debates ways to pay off pension debt

The town must wrestle with how to pay off $27 million in unfunded pension liabilities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Larry Grossman wants a chance to review the town’s codes and Comprehensive Plan as a town commissioner.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 6, 2013
Election: Grossman is ready to help plan the Key's future

Longboat Key commission candidate Larry Grossman wants to use his experience to help guide the town in its future planning.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Chief Paul Dezzi
  • February 6, 2013
My View: Access is a concern for emergency vehicles

Fire chief asks Key residents to ensure easy access for first-responder vehicles.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Letters to the Editor

Pythons to rid Key of raccoons; Boats are an eyesore; Who are the 'rascals?'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 6, 2013
Whitefly influx hits close to home, affects plants

Whiteflies aren't just impacting Key plants; they're becoming an issue throughout the state.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bernie Weiss stands in front of his mailbox. File photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 6, 2013
Lore: Fish mailbox netted controversy

A Former Riviera Beach Resort owner agreed to scale back his 8-foot fish mailbox after it caused a Town Hall debate.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Robert Hueter, of Mote Marine, co-authored a paper that outlines four classifications to better describe human interactions with sharks.
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • February 6, 2013
New study urges society to alter references to shark behavior

Mote Marine scientist says sensational headlines distort real risks of shark 'attacks.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Connie Mederos-Jacobs, right, teaches Kathy Brooks how to prepare mamaliga. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • February 6, 2013
Temple Beth Israel holds mamaliga cooking class

Congregants at Temple Beth Israel got a taste of the old country Thursday, Jan. 31.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Popi Ameres, executive chef and Popi’s Place owner, and Lakis Pape, food manager, lead a 300-plus group of volunteers. Greek salads will include plenty of onions.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 6, 2013
Hundreds of volunteers help put on Greek festival

The St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church hosts its 29th annual Glendi.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 6, 2013
Six candidates will interview for superintendent

School board members will independently interview each candidate Feb. 12. Interviews are open to the public.

  • East County
  • News
The Villages at Lakewood Ranch South, south of University Parkway, depicts a walkable community clustered around seven lakes. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2013
Sarasota considers changes to its 2050 growth plan

In 11 years, only one project has been completed under Sarasota's 2050 Plan. Developers are seeking modifications make development more viable.

  • East County
  • News
Paradise Homes owner Jim Butler invested more than $1 million in cabinetry, appliances and other design features in the Viking Culinary Center, which he opened in September 2011. The center closed in October 2012.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2013
SMR secures use of Viking unit

Prospective tenants already are inquiring about the space.

  • East County
  • News
Jasmine Beechy, a first-grader in Deb Zanders’ class, reads “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” to Allie, an 8-year-old mixed-breed dog certified through Therapy Dogs International.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 6, 2013
Students read to therapy dog

Allie and her owner, Deb Zanders, a first-grade teacher at Bashaw Elementary, help children feel more comfortable communicating and speaking publicly through reading sessions.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • February 6, 2013
Company navigates rough road in its battle for sales

Gemesis Diamond Co. has not publicly named a new CEO. Former CEO Stephen Lux resigned Dec. 20.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
News Briefs

Buchanan urges FDA for title regulations; Manatee County releases school calendar

  • East County
  • News
Ashley Delph, holding her daughter, Haley, tells Florida Sen. Bill Galvano about concerns she has with repairs being done on her Willowbrook home.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2013
Galvano takes up Willowbrook cause

Sen. Bill Galvano says he will have information for Willowbrook homeowners by the end of this week.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 6, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Bill Speaker, an underwriting executive with East County-based FCCI Insurance Group, is helping the company expand nationwide. Rod Millington.
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • February 6, 2013
Still going: FCCI

The thrust for growth is energized at one of the region's biggest business insurance underwriters, FCCI. The challenge now is fending off the competition.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High junior Emily Bulfin battled a pair of Palmetto players for a rebound in the third quarter.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 6, 2013
First-time champs: Lakewood Ranch High girls basketball team

The Lakewood Ranch High girls basketball team defeated Palmetto 37-32 in the Class 6A-District 12 championship Feb. 1, capturing the program's first district title in school history.

  • East County
  • Sports
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