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  • Jen Blanco
  • October 12, 2012
Mustangs win Vinoy Classic

The Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team shot a combined 5-under par 279 to win the 23-team Vinoy Classic Oct. 11 in St. Petersburg.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota County Natural Resources staff hopes to, in the near future, hold an educational event at Turtle Beach Park about legally trimming protected plants.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 12, 2012
Tree Convocation set for November

The Sarasota Tree Advisory Council invited the public to the Nov. 8 event at Twin Lakes Park to determine leafy policy priorities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Pictured are East County winners Barbara Pfeifer, Jane Beach, Sharon Clabby, Kendall Carrier, Angela Hughes, Mim Thomas and Frances Vila with Manatee Education Foundation Executive Director Mary Glass, left. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 12, 2012
Teachers honored at ceremony

Manatee County teachers were honored Oct. 10, during the Teacher Appreciation Awards ceremony, held at Gettel Toyota of Lakewood, off State Road 64 in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
Jim Pollet tended bar.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Supporters toast to Goodwill

Supporters of Goodwill Industries Manasota tipped their glasses Oct. 11, at the Polo Grill and Bar, to help raise money for the organization during its Charity Bartending Night.

  • East County
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Sara Ferguson
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 11, 2012
Le Petit Marche

Le Petit Marche

  • Black Tie
Shellfish collected in the immediate area or any beach water with a brown tint should not be consumed. It is safe; however, to fish and consume fin-fish from these waters.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
'No swim' advisory for Bird Key Park

A 'no swim' advisory has been issued for Bird Key Park west of Ringling Causeway Bridge, due to elevated levels of harmful bacteria.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City Manager Tom Barwin expects to name the city's new police chief sometime next week.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • October 11, 2012
Decision on new police chief expected next week

The city is conducting background checks and further vetting the five finalists for the position

  • Sarasota
  • News
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they reports today's headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • October 11, 2012
Oct. 11: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • October 11, 2012
Red tide detected in 'very low' levels on LBK

Samples taken Monday by the Sarasota County Health Department showed low concentrations that could result in respiratory irritation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 11, 2012
Lady Thunder fall in district finale

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team fell to Saint Stephen's 3-0 in its final district match of the season Oct. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 11, 2012
Braden River sweeps Palmetto

The Braden River High volleyball team defeated Palmetto 25-12, 25-16, 25-20 Oct. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Steve Whidden
  • October 11, 2012
GOLF TIPS: Set Your Own Par For More Fun

Too often when I play with amateurs their frustration level rises pretty quickly, as their score begins to climb over par.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 11, 2012
Worker robbed at gunpoint

A maintenance worker was robbed in the parking lot of DeSoto Square Mall early today.

  • East County
  • News
Former Longboat Key Commissioner Gene Jaleski has picked up a commission packet from Town Hall.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • October 11, 2012
Two citizens express commission interest

Longboat Key residents Gene Jaleski and Larry Grossman have picked up commissioner packets to review.

  • Longboat Key
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A a painting of the gift shop by Ginger Mermin, past board member of the Historical Society. Courtesy photo.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
Historical Society gift shop reopens

Sarasota history buffs celebrated the grand reopening of the Historical Society of Sarasota County's gift shop Friday, Oct. 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lex Sayre, No. 15, was one of many Riverview players sporting pink socks to show support for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 11, 2012
Real men wear pink

Friday night's Riverview homecoming game was not only about school spirit but served as the school's salute to breast-cancer awareness.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Peter and Barrie McKenzie with Rachel O’Brien, center, with their pugs. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
Pugs on parade

Peter and Barrie McKenzie invited fellow Pug Rescue member Rachel O'Brien for a weekend of fun in Sarasota.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 11, 2012
Board abolishes Village parking district

Sarasota County commissioners voted to end assessments on Siesta Key Village for a municipal parking lot.

  • Siesta Key
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Sarasota County code enforcement officer John Lally holds a sound-measurement device next to comrade Kevin Burns, who started working weekend hours last month.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 11, 2012
Sarasota County beefs up code enforcement

Military veteran Kevin Burns started working overtime to monitor weekend violations.

  • Siesta Key
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Tampa's streetcar network cost a total of $61 million. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • October 11, 2012
City scrutinizes streetcar desire

The city has hired an engineer to conduct a $70,000 feasibility study, which is the first step in a lengthy process.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Despite some neighborhood support, opposition remains. A social-media movement has organized against the Ringling Plaza Walmart.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • October 11, 2012
Ringling Walmart receives support

The Sarasota Planning Board is scheduled to vote on the 97,000-square-foot store Nov. 14. Although two neighborhood associations approve of the project, some opposition remains.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 11, 2012
Fundraiser to benefit Wounded Warrior Project

Inspired by the story of two wounded veterans, Ken Chester will host Veterans Appreciation Day to honor servicemen and women.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city of Sarasota's wayfinding project includes signs indicating the arrival at a destination of interest, such as this rendering of a sign planned for the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 11, 2012
City of Sarasota shrinks signage plan

Public Works staff is still optimistic it can pare $507,000 from a wayfinding proposal without changing sign designs.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
News Briefs

Group makes strides in helping homeless; Dine Downtown continues this week; Parking amnesty program extended

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 11, 2012
Conservationists score slight victory

The Sarasota County Commission approved an easement for work at a home on Siesta Key but required green building plans.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota County Junior Lifeguard campers participated in training drills and were certified in CPR. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 11, 2012
Camp stresses fitness and education

Roughly 37,000 kids attend various Sarasota County summer programs, but one small camp on Siesta Key beach offers more than just fun and supervision.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Dead fish began washing up on Casey Key beach this week. Sarasota County Parks and Recreation has been cleaning up the fish that wash onshore. Photo by Alex Mahadevan.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • October 11, 2012
Red tide inches its way northward

Mote scientists continue to collect water samples and work with the county health department.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
Cops Corner: Pelican Press

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Diana Kelly sits with the Red Maria flat, the first shoe in the campaign, which is dedicated to Girls Inc.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 11, 2012
Designer Diana Kelly gives back with 'Flats for Philanthropy'

The shoe and handbag designer's new campaign will dedicate a shoe design to different philanthropic organizations. of her choice.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 11, 2012
Fundraiser to benefit Wounded Warrior Project

Inspired by the story of two wounded veterans, Ken Chester will host Veterans Appreciation Day to honor servicemen and women.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
News Briefs

SKA expands online offerings for members; Santa gets a new ride; Board to consider expanding commission

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 11, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Marlon Mack

Booker High School junior running back Marlon Mack has been playing football for five years. After the Tornadoes clinched their first win, Mack talks about his strategy for the rest of the season.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
35 — Sarasota Christian's Charles Wang shot a 35 Tuesday, Oct. 9, at Bent Tree County Club.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
JUST THE STATS

57 - The number of points the Booker High football team scored against Lake Placid in its first win of the season Oct. 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 11, 2012
SIDELINES

Lady Thunder outlast the Lady Cougars; Tornadoes record first win; Sarasota tops Palmetto; Sarasota boys sail to cross-country championship

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This home at 4918 Oxford Drive has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,833 square feet of living area. It sold for $345,000. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 11, 2012
Three-bedroom home in Siesta Revised sells for $2.5 million

A home in Siesta Revised tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Hedric and Gretchen Rhodes, of Sarasota, sold their home at 3251 Higel Ave. to Joel Morganroth, of Gladwyne, Pa., for $2.5 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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