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Tropical Storm Debby brought heavy winds and rain in late June.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • December 3, 2012
Hurricane season spares Longboat

Tropical Storm Debby brought rains and wind, but spared the area of major damages.

  • Longboat Key
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Superstorm Sandy delayed the delivery of the damaged sculpture back to Sarasota. File photo.
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  • Roger Drouin
  • December 3, 2012
'Unconditional Surrender' returns to Sarasota

The installation will begin at 8 a.m. Tuesday, as a crane lifts the sculpture into place. Work will be complete by Friday, Dec. 7.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 3, 2012
Siesta associations to meet this week

The Siesta Key Village Association will consider buying holiday lights, and Siesta Key Association members will hear about a new lost pet hotline.

  • Siesta Key
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Student leaders in Fellowship of Christian Athletes performed a drama to the song "Everything."
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 3, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: BRHS Talent Showcase

Students at Braden River High School wowed their friends and families Nov. 29, during the fifth annual Braden River's Got Talent showcase.

  • East County
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It was the first time Jackson Hayward didn't cry while meeting Mrs. and Mr. Claus, portrayed by Jeanne and John Larranaga.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 3, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Santa Sighting

Families in the Heritage Harbour community got into the holiday spirit Dec. 1, as they enjoyed a Breakfast with Santa event at the Stoneybrook Rec Center.

  • East County
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McNeal Elementary School's Braden Elliott, 9, led a demonstration with Ming Wu Martial Arts.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 3, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Imagine Festival

Families at Imagine School at Lakewood Ranch enjoyed martial arts and other demonstrations, inflatables, sno-cones and more, during the school's Winter Wonderland festival Dec. 1.

  • East County
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Marisa Kaufman visited booths with Katie Minton.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 3, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Haile Storm Festival

Haile Middle School students and their families gathered at the school Dec. 1, for the first Haile Storm Festival.

  • East County
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Ross Allen plays the bagpipe as guests arrived.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 2, 2012
SPARCCle for the Holidays

SPARCCle for the Holidays

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Joe and Joanna Znorski and John Zefeldt
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Casa Del Mar Christmas Party

Casa del Mar held their 38th Annual Christmas Party on Friday, Nov. 30 for neighbors to enjoy the evening. Nearly 100 people attended the event where they listened to The Blues Pigs and enjoyed Jose's Cuban food. 'I just enjoy the camaraderie and everyone enjoying the evening,' said General Manager Mark Meador.

  • Longboat Key
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Erika Gonsalves, 7, and her mom, Lisa, wore colorful reindeer antler headbands for the 2nd Annual Achieva Reindeer Trot Saturday, Dec. 1, at Payne Park.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Achieva Second Annual Reindeer Trot

Achieva held their 2nd Annual Reindeer Trot Saturday, Dec. 1, at Payne Park. Those who participated in the trot had the option of running or walking in a 5K/10K. All proceeds raised benefited Sarasota County classrooms.

  • Sarasota
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The candle shop was just one of many in the town of Bethlehem.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: A Night in Bethlehem

The parking area of Living Lord Lutheran Church transformed into the streets of Bethlehem Dec. 1.

  • East County
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Al and Ardie Baars enjoyed looking at all the handcrafted items.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Horseshoe Cove Craft Sale

Horseshoe Cove residents welcomed the public to their community as they hosted their annual Christmas/Fine Arts Craft Sale Dec. 1.

  • East County
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Co-Chairs Christine Goodall and John Ralaigh with Blake
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 1, 2012
Hot Dogs & Cool Cats

Hot Dogs & Cool Cats

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Runners of all ages participated in the event.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Jingle & Jog

Supporters of Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities rallied for individuals with special needs Dec. 1, during the 15th annual Jingle & Jog 5K event.

  • East County
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Stacy Alexander and Tom Water
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 1, 2012
Sea Lion Soiree

Sea Lion Soiree

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Renee Sheade
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 30, 2012
Designing Women Boutique 10-Year Anniversary "Winter Wonderland" Style Show and Gala

Designing Women Boutique 10-Year Anniversary "Winter Wonderland" Style Show and Gala

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  • November 30, 2012
Nov. 30: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories:Impact fees increasing, LBK resident calls for a new town commission perspective, Braden River high beats Venice high in ladies basketball and our Weekend Best Bets

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 30, 2012
Update shrinks four impact fees

Sarasota County staff revised road impact fees with current building cost and transportation statistics.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 30, 2012
Lady Pirates sail past Lady Indians

The Braden River High girls basketball team defeated Venice 59-45 Nov. 29.

  • East County
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 30, 2012
Public hearing scheduled for Parking District

Next week, the Sarasota County Commission will consider paying for the remaining debt from construction of the Siesta Key Village parking lot.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 30, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Horseshoe Cove Craft Fair

This weekend's event features handmade crafts and other great gift items.

  • East County
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Key resident Bob Gault urges residents to get involved and tell the town they request urgency with code and Comprehensive Plan changes.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 30, 2012
Stalled redevelopment frustrates Key resident

A Longboat Key resident is upset the town can't review or approve redevelopment applications because of a Sarasota judge's ruling last month.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sea lions debut at Mote

Sea lions Stella, Rose and Kitty will make their debut tomorrow in a limited-time exhibit at Mote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Marty Dove, Liz Rusling, Jane Fidalgo, Lisiane Jimenez and Katy Dove
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 30, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Wine, Dine and Pine

The Marie Selby Gardens Associates held the third annual Wine, Dine and Pine event Thursday, Nov. 29, at the Marie Selby Gardens.

  • Sarasota
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It took the Ringlings two years to complete their dream home.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 30, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Holiday Nights at the Ca d'Zan

The Ringling Museum of Art invites visitors to walk through the intricately decorated Cá d'Zan. The 36,000 sq ft mansion has extended touring hours from 5 to 8:00 p.m. through the end of December in addition to normal business hours. Fifteen volunteers decorated the mansion with Venetian style decorations from Italy and England to match the mansions Venetian Gothic architecture. 'Mable Ringling's favorite city was Venice,' said Ron McCarty, Keeper and Curator of the Cá d'Zan. 'This was her dream house.'

  • Arts + Culture
Diane Roskamp, Joleen Roskamp, Stephanie Shaw and Deborah Van Cleve
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 29, 2012
Designing Women Boutique's DESIGNING DAUGHTERS Evening Runway Show at DWB - PLANETTOGS Intl. Fashions

Designing Women Boutique's DESIGNING DAUGHTERS Evening Runway Show at DWB - PLANETTOGS Intl. Fashions

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Co-Chairwomen Patricia Courtois and Carol Buchanan
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 29, 2012
The Next Act Gala

The Next Act Gala

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Nancy Flood and Linda Vitale
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 29, 2012
Y Angels Holiday Fashion Show & Luncheon

Y Angels Holiday Fashion Show & Luncheon

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    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 29, 2012
Nov. 29: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Ringling Walmart appeal filed; Turner pushes for eased restrictions; County preps beach access for upgrade, and CDDs pass budget amendments

  • Longboat Key
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Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 29, 2012
Ranch hospital gets early Christmas gift

The Payton Wright Foundation has donated $2,200 worth of gifts for the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 29, 2012
Boards pass budget amendments

Lakewood Ranch Community Development District boards today passed more than $120,000 in budget amendments.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High sophomore forward Tyler Gordon celebrates following her goal in the second half.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 29, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River at Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team defeated rival Braden River 2-0 in a Class 4A-District 10 match Nov. 28. Talia Falco and Tyler Gordon each scored a goal for the Lady Mustangs. Megan Hardy and Lindsay Martinez were each credited with an assist.

  • East County
  • Sports
U.S. midfielder Christopher Lima brings the ball up the field during the first half of the U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team’s 4-4 draw against Brazil Nov. 28.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 29, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: 2012 NIKE International Friendlies

The U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team battled Brazil to a 4-4 draw in the 2012 NIKE International Friendlies Nov. 28, at the Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch. Forward Rubio Rubin scored a pair of goals and also had a pair of assists to lead the way for the U.S. Alan Winn and Ahinga Selemani finished with a goal apiece. Christopher Lima and Corey Baird each had an assist. The U.S. will face Turkey at 5 p.m. Nov. 30 and Portugal at 5 p.m. Dec. 2.

  • East County
  • Sports
Siesta Key residents rally to open Midnight Pass by shovel. File photo.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 29, 2012
Court accepts Midnight Pass lawsuit

The Midnight Pass Society received letters with the news about 20 years after members of the group tried to open the inlet by hand.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota County plans to double the parking at Beach Access 7 and paint the cottage at the park.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 29, 2012
County preps beach access for upgrade

County Parks and Recreation is in permitting talks to move a fence to create more parking at Siesta Key Beach Access 7.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 29, 2012
Chamber chairman questions Siesta Key beach project costs

Architect Mark Smith worked with the design team to pare construction costs to the budget Sarasota County commissioners approved last year.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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