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  • Jen Blanco
  • August 27, 2012
EMB Pee Wee squad posts shutout

The East Manatee Bulldogs Pee Wee team opened the season with a 24-0 shutout of the Manatee Wildcats Aug. 25.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 27, 2012
Mitey Mite Bulldogs open season with win

The East Manatee Bulldogs Mitey Mite team opened its 2012 season with a 33-19 victory over its crosstown rival the Manatee Wildcats Aug. 25.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 27, 2012
Sarasota graduate to be inducted into FSU Athletics Hall of Fame

Sarasota High School graduate John-Ford Griffin will be inducted into the Florida State University Athletics Hall of Fame Aug. 31.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 27, 2012
Manatee County announces fall adult flag football league

The Manatee County Government Parks and Recreation Department has formed a Fall Adult 5-on-5 Flag Football League.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 27, 2012
Junior Midgets post pair of shutouts

The East Manatee Bulldogs Junior Midget team opened its season with a pair of shutout victories at the Jamboree Aug. 18 at G.T. Bray West.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 27, 2012
Tiny Mite Bulldogs tie Wildcats

The East Manatee Bulldogs Tiny Mite team opened its season with an 18-18 tie versus the visiting Manatee Wildcats Aug. 25.

  • East County
  • Sports
Donald Trump told reporters during a press conference at the Ritz Carlton that if President Barack Obama is reelected there may not be a country left in four years.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 27, 2012
Trump electrifies as Statesman of the Year

Donald Trump gave a 30-minute speech to a record-breaking audience last night at the Ritz-Carlton.

  • Sarasota
  • News
High winds and heavy rain are expected to begin late this morning or early this afternoon, and rough surf with anticipated wave heights of 6 to 8-feet will result in dangerous rip currents as the storm passes. Photo by Alex Mahadevan.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 27, 2012
Residents urged to stay alert as Isaac passes

While Emergency Operation Centers in both Sarasota and Manatee counties are preparing to shut down, officials are warning residents of rip currents, possible tornadoes and flooding today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Marina Sommers is currently enrolled in the NYC Institute for Integrative Nutrition, she is about to become AADP Certified Health Coach.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • August 27, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Marina Sommers

Siesta Key resident Marina Sommers shares a chilled avocado gazpacho recipe with this week's in the kitchen.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The island could still experience flooding in low-lying areas due to higher-than-normal tides and rainfall. Photo courtesy of NOAA.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 27, 2012
Isaac's path shifts away from Longboat

Longboat Key is unlikely to experience tropical storm or hurricane conditions but could still experience flooding, rip tides and erosion.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bonnie and Harvey Sussman celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • August 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Rhythm and Jews at Temple Sinai

Members of Temple Sinai celebrated the return of its students and campers, who recently traveled to Israel, with its popular Rhythm and Jews service. Members wore their Shabbat whites and enjoyed wine and cheese and a dinner from Demetrio's.

  • Sarasota
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Del Wilson and Gretchen Wilson
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • August 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Seminoles Club Fall Kickoff Party

Florida State University alumni met at the Sarasota Yacht Club Thursday, August 23, for the Seminoles Club fall kickoff party. Alumni decked themselves out in the colors of their alma mater and showed their Seminoles pride before enjoying a meal.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Madeline Gersh, 3, was more excited about eating her ice cream than playing.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Picnic

Members of Temple Emanu-El and their friends gathered Aug. 25, at Summerfield Park in Lakewood Ranch, for the temple's annual Family Picnic and Havdalah service.

  • East County
  • News
Phyllis Black and Jolene Graham
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • August 26, 2012
2012 Statesman of the Year

2012 Statesman of the Year

  • Black Tie
Graphic shows tropical force wind speed probabilities. Sarasota and Manatee County currently have a 60% chance of encountering tropical speed winds of 39 mph or more. Courtesy of NOAA.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 26, 2012
Manatee prepares for Isaac

Manatee County fully activated its Emergency Operations Center this morning and opened to shelters.

  • East County
  • News
Braden River quarterback Eric Schappacher threw for a touchdown and also scored from a yard out to seal the victory for Braden River.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River vs. Booker Preseason Kickoff Classic

Braden River High senior defensive end Kelvin Albritton recovered three fumbles as the host Pirates came away with a 20-12 victory over Booker in the preseason kickoff classic Friday night. Led by first-year head coach Curt Bradley, the Pirates took a 7-0 lead on 20-yard touchdown pass from senior quarterback Eric Schappacher to senior tight end Dylan Lee. Booker responded in the second quarter on an 8-yard run by Marlon Mack, who transferred over from Sarasota. A blocked extra point left the Tornadoes trailing 7-6. Braden River junior running back Darius Jones scored from 3 yards out to give the Pirates a 13-6 halftime lead. After a scoreless third quarter, Mack ran in from 12 yards out to pull the Tornadoes within a point. Booker's two-point conversion attempt failed, leaving the Tornadoes trailing 13-12 with 10:12 remaining in regulation. Schappacher scored from a yard out with 3:36 remaining to seal the victory for Braden River. The Pirates will open the regular season Aug. 31 at rival Lakewood Ranch while the Tornadoes will travel to Sarasota. Kickoff for both games is set for 7:30 p.m.

  • East County
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Lakewood Ranch senior cornerback Andre Christiano goes over the game plan with senior linebacker Luke Sears.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch vs. Sarasota Preseason Kickoff Classic

Sarasota High running back Rod Tullis scored three touchdowns, as the visiting Sailors defeated Lakewood Ranch 42-7 in the preseason kickoff classic Friday night. The Sailors, who were without head coach Ed Volz who was serving a one-game suspension for practicing twice in one day, scored on five of their first six possessions. Sarasota quarterback Hunter DeWitt scored on a 1-yard run with 7:08 remaining in the first quarter to give the Sailors an early 7-0 lead. Tullis scored on runs of 3 and 10 yards and DeWitt connected with Austin Leach for a 10-yard touchdown with 6.7 seconds remaining in the first half to give Sarasota a 28-0 halftime lead. Tullis added a 27-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. Lakewood got on the scoreboard in the fourth quarter when quarterback Jordan Wilson scored from a yard out. Sarasota responded when Leach ran back the ensuing kickoff 80 yards for a score. Lakewood will open the regular season at home Aug. 31 versus rival Braden River while Sarasota will host Booker in its season opener.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tropical Storm Isaac is expected to bring a storm surge at least one foot greater than that of Tropical Storm Debby, which caused closures on parts of Canal Road in June.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 25, 2012
Sarasota County schools closed Monday

Sarasota County today announced school closures in anticipation of Tropical Storm Isaac, which is expected to generate a major storm surge for coastal areas.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Pam Parmenter with Minnie Jones and Fay Murphy
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Women's Equity Day Luncheon

Women gathered Aug. 25, at the Polo Grill and Bar's Fete Ballroom, for the annual Women's Equity Day Luncheon.

  • East County
  • News
Emma Peterson, 5, loves swimming.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Back to School Splash Bash

East County families enjoyed Lakewood Ranch Community Activities' Back to School Splash Bash event Aug. 25, at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA.

  • East County
  • News
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report the daily headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • August 24, 2012
Aug. 24: Daily Headlines Video

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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 24, 2012
Isaac intensifies, Joyce falls apart

Deputy Director of the Florida Institute of Oceanography Jyotika Virmani at 1:03 p.m. released four possible scenarios for Tropical Storm Isaac's path as it bears down on the Gulf of Mexico.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Depending on storm track and intensity Longboat Key could see flooding in low-lying areas, increased rainfall, and tropical storm force winds next week. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 24, 2012
Longboat Key issues Isaac status update

Town Manager Dave Bullock issued a noon status update on Tropical Storm Isaac that expects the storm to be 150 miles off the coast of Longboat Key when it passes next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The first floor of the Whole Foods/Second Street Garage, dedicated to Whole Foods shoppers, is now limited to 2-hour parking. The other floors have a 4-hour time limit without a parking permit.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 24, 2012
Parking enforcements comes to Whole Foods garage

An agreement was reached to enforce parking restrictions in the Whole Foods garage and on-street parking along First Street and Second Street.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota area is not out of the storm's cone of uncertainty and residents are being asked to monitor the storm closely. Photo Courtesy of NOAA.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 24, 2012
Isaac tracking westward

A shift in Tropical Storm Isaac's projected path to the west means a direct hit for the Sarasota area is less likely.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The school district has an emergency plan in place and measures will be fully activated if need to be taken to ensure the safety of students and staff. Photo courtesy of NOAA.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 24, 2012
Sarasota school authorities monitoring Isaac

Sarasota County School District administrators are monitoring the progress of Tropical Storm Isaac. No school closings or weather-related schedule changes are planned at this time.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2012
Manatee officials prep for Isaac

Manatee County officials this morning are meeting to discuss the forecast for Tropical Storm Isaac and prepare the Emergency Operations Center activation schedule for the weekend.

  • East County
  • News
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report the daily headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • August 23, 2012
Aug. 23: Daily Headlines Video

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  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County emergency operations staff begins mobilizing before Tropical Storm Debby in June.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 23, 2012
County to declare state of emergency

The forecasted path of Tropical Storm Isaac prompted Sarasota County emergency officials to make the decision at 2:30 p.m. tomorrow.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 23, 2012
Siesta resident elected to board

Kirk Malcolm, of Deerfield, Ill., and part-time resident of Siesta Key, is one of the newest elected members to the Mote Marine Board of Trustees.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Matt Becker, one of Kurt Becker’s brothers, holds up an auction item. Photo by Alex Mahadevan.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 23, 2012
When the Village comes together

When Old Salty Dog bartender Kurt Becker fell from a ladder and became paralyzed, the Siesta business community came together.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 23, 2012
Martial artists chop competition

Six local athletes, including Jazmyn Friedman, Henry Rhodes, Ryan O'Hern, Donna Judge, Noah Hosford and Sonie Lasker (not pictured) recently returned from Bregenz, Austria, where they represented the U.S. Martial Arts Team in the World Martial Arts Games.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Photo by Loren Mayo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 23, 2012
The world upside down

This ceiling-to-floor representation of a tree is part of "Everything is Touching by Underground Wires," a new art installation by Rick Herzog, assistant professor of sculpture at New College of Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 23, 2012
Fatal accident on I-75

Florida Highway Patrol report a fatal accident this morning around 3:00 a.m. on Interstate 75, just north of University Parkway.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 23, 2012
Linger Lodge cell tower burglarized

Damages to the cell tower in the 8200 block of Linger Lodge Road are still being determined.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 23, 2012
Standoff for improvements survives

Commissioner Joe Barbetta reiterated his plea to condense the four-phase beach improvement project to one to lock in lower construction costs.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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