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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the daily headlines
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 27, 2012
Nov. 27: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Sheriff's Office asks for assistance; Whitney Beach ownership modified; District named grant finalist and Judge sets Midnight Pass trial date

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dario Fallas goes for a backhand shot Tuesday, Nov. 27, during the Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts tournament at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts

The Longboat Key Public Tennis Center began its Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts tournament Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the tennis center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cardinal Mooney’s Abby Goecker, No. 2, and Sarasota Christian’s Danielle Buncik, No. 6, both go after the ball.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian v. Cardinal Mooney

Sarasota Christian and Cardinal Mooney's girls soccer played one another Monday, Nov. 26, at Sarasota Christian. The final score was Sarasota Christian 0, Cardinal Mooney 3.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 27, 2012
Downtown resident files noise complaint

The resident, who lives about Ivory Lounge on Main Street, said this was an ongoing problem.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Darby Disalvo, 2, and her mother Courtney get ready to sing a song at storytime.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Toddler Storytime

The Selby Public Library held Toddler Storytime on Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Youth Program Room for children to enjoy singing, dancing, and reading. Toddler Storytime is held every Tuesday and is recommended for children 18 months to 3 years old. 'The library is a form of socialization [for Henry] so we come here every week,' said Annie Schiller mother of 19 month - old Henry. 'His favorite part is the puppet show.'

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Whitney Beach Plaza will receive a complete renovation overhaul, according to its owners. A new roof could be start to be placed on the shopping center as early as next week.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 27, 2012
Whitney Beach ownership modified

A new corporation has been formed for partners involved with Whitney Beach Plaza and a $2 million renovation is expected to begin next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 27, 2012
Sports Briefs

Lady Rams breeze past Brooks-Debartolo; Riverview boys cruise past Bayshore; Cardinal Mooney girls blank Sarasota Christian; Lady Sailors remain unbeaten

  • East County
  • Sports
A man drapes the flag of Israel over his back in a show of support.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Support for Israel Rally

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota and Manatee counties hosted an interfaith rally Friday, Nov. 23 at J.D. Hamel Park to show its support for Israel. Attendees waved Israeli flags and wore blue and white to show their support before walking the Ringling Bridge.

  • Sarasota
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Members of the open jam band perform blues standards.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fourth Annual Stone Soup Gathering

Theresa and Bob Fieberts hosted the fourth annual Stone Soup Gathering at their home, Friday, Nov. 23 to benefit local nonprofit, Every Child, Inc. Attendees were invited to bring toys for the nonprofit, soup for the meal and instruments to join in on the evening-long open jam session, hosted by Bob Fieberts.

  • Sarasota
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Embellishments owners, Diane Boyhan and Cheri Neary
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Sarasota Village Tree Lighting

Merchants in the Downtown Sarasota Village, located off Fruitville Road, got in the holiday spirit Saturday, Nov. 24, during their first-annual lighting of the trees event, designed by Embellishments Design and Boutique. Guests strolled through the shops in the Village, listened to Christmas carols and enjoyed light snacks and wine.

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A mural created by Nolan Middle School students depicts a mangrove scene inspired by Emerson Point
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 27, 2012
Nolan Middle School art students create mural

Students in Nolan Middle School's one-year-old Fine Arts Club for Talented Students (FACTS) completed their second annual mural on a portable near the school's drop-off lane.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee's application includes funding for technology labs at elementary schools, as well as an addition to Manatee Technical Institute, called the Technology Zone, among other provisions.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 27, 2012
District named grant finalist

The Manatee County School District is in the running for a $28.7 million grant.

  • East County
  • Schools
Midnight Pass was flowed freely before it was closed to protect private property from its unpredictable movement in 1983. Courtesy.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 27, 2012
Judge sets Midnight Pass trial date

Without action from U.S. District Court Judge Elizabeth Kovachevich or a settlement, the Midnight Pass Society will take Sarasota County and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to court in 2014.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
"I am very much looking forward to running again," Atwell said in an interview earlier this month.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 27, 2012
Atwell to hold campaign kickoff

Mayor Suzanne Atwell is seeking re-election in March.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The two-sided flyer provides information about rip tides, which can trap even strong swimmers. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 26, 2012
Fire Department launches water safety campaign

The department urges managers and association presidents to post a flyer with information about rip tides on their properties.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 26, 2012
Churches unite to celebrate Thanksgiving

Christian Retreat and The Source Church hosted a community Thanksgiving dinner.

  • East County
  • News
Santa rode in parade in style Saturday, Nov. 24, during Siesta Key’s Light Up the Village parade.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 26, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key's Light Up the Village

Business and residents took part in the annual "Light Up the Village" parade from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, in the Siesta Key Village.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The temporary Gulf Gate Library location will be adjacent to JC Penny in Westfield Sarasota Square Mall.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 26, 2012
Gulf Gate Library move announced

Sarasota County library officials expect the Gulf Gate Library to close its current location in December and open in Westfield Sarasota Square Mall in January.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Once installed, the new shade structure will cover the small children's playground (ages 5-12), as well as the music area, providing relief from the sun.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 26, 2012
Payne Park playground closes for upgrade

Playground will close Nov. 26 to Dec. 14 for the installation of a shade structure.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 26, 2012
G.T. Bray to host flag football leagues

Manatee County Parks and Recreation will host adult 4-on-4 and 5-on-5 flag football leagues this winter at G.T. Bray Park.

  • East County
  • Sports
Witnesses report a man entered the store around 7 p.m., pointed a knife at the cashier and demanded money from the register.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 26, 2012
Sheriff's Office seeks assistance in identifying armed robber

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance in identifying an armed suspect who robbed a cashier at Beall's Outlet on 4084 Cattlemen Road Friday, Nov. 23.

  • Sarasota
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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the daily headlines
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 26, 2012
Nov. 26: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Gulf Gate Library to relocate in January; Payne Park closed for upgrade; LBK Fire Department launches water safety campaign; churches unite for Thanksgiving feast

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town attorney David Persson provided an outline moving forward after a judge's ruling mandates clarifications to the town's codes.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 26, 2012
Town attorney offers legal analysis

The redevelopment of properties such as the Hilton Longboat Key Beachfront Resort are in limbo until the town makes revisions to its outline development process.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rheanna Stephens, 8, Haela Stephens, 6, Laura Gilliam with Barbie, Rhett Gilliam, 3, Hannah Ward with Lucy, and Hunter Gilliam, 11, pose in front of the lit Christmas tree.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Sarasota Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association held a Christmas tree lighting ceremony Friday, Nov. 23, at Five Points Park. The evening included music by Mr. Howard's Music Makers and caroling by Girls Inc.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Join Alex Mahadevan for the daily headlines
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 23, 2012
Nov. 23: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Siesta Key burglary suspect faces additional charges, Carpenter in as new Manatee County School Board leader, Weekend Best Bets, www.deali-o.com

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 23, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BEST: Siesta Key Light up the Village

Come out to Siesta Key to "light up" the Village.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 23, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BEST: Downtown Sarasota Village Lighting of the Trees

Celebrate the first annual lighting of the trees event this Saturday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview’s Austin Walker, No. 30, runs down the court with the ball.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian v. Riverview

The Riverview Rams played their season opener against the Sarasota Christian Blazers Tuesday, Nov. 20 at Sarasota Christian. While the Blazers held the lead for a while, the Rams came back during the second half to win 72-62.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Deputies found an awl, a tool designed for leather stitching, after searching a car linked to Rene Jose Sanchez, who was charged with Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card, Burglary of a Vehicle, and Grand Theft in September.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 23, 2012
Burglary suspect linked to other crimes

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office charged Rene Jose Sanchez with Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card in connection with Siesta Key vehicle burglaries.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Gilly the Shark, aka Santa Jaws, with Mote Public Relations Coordinator Hayley Rutger.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 23, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Santa Jaws arrives at Mote

The Mote Marine Mascot, Gilly, will show his holiday spirit tomorrow and the first three Saturdays in December.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Karen Carpenter, new Manatee County school board chairman, acknowledged the challenge ahead.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 23, 2012
Karen Carpenter was unanimously voted the board's new leader Nov. 20

Karen Carpenter was unanimously voted the board's new leader Nov. 20.

  • East County
  • News
Members of Team Nail It huddled with excitement, before the start of their next match-up.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Turkey Bowl

Students at The Out-of-Door Academy competed in the school's annual Turkey Bowl competition Nov. 20.

  • East County
  • Schools
Kathy Gowe learned how to ride a Harley Davidson bike.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 21, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Chili Cook-Off

Main Street and the Manatee County Emergency Services battled it out for the title of 'Best Chili' Nov. 17 during a fourth annual Chili Cook-Off At Lakewood Ranch Main Street. Festivities included food, fire trucks, a smoke house, live music by The Groove, games and chili. Proceeds of the event went to Tribute to Heroes - Emergency Services Memorial Fund.

  • East County
  • News
Joe Curley brought out his 2005 Ford GT, a vehicle made to celebrate Ford’s 100th anniversary.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Ponies Under the Palms

The Mustang Club of West Central Florida on Nov. 18 hosted the 21st annual Ponies Under the Palms Ford and Mustang show, held this year on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County is planning a $2.8 million drainage project that includes a larger retention pond on Beach Road.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 21, 2012
Aesthetics, costs clash for project

Sarasota County commissioners will consider the fate of 26,000 cubic yards of soil left over from Beach Road drainage improvements Dec. 11.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Superior Asphalt Inc. prepares Cape Leyte Drive for new asphalt as part of a $2.9 million contract that includes resurfacing eight Siesta Key streets.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 21, 2012
Sarasota County repaves Siesta Key streets

The contractor assigned to the project expects to finish work in the center of the island by Nov. 28.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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