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  • Robin Hartill
  • August 10, 2012
LBK firefighters to distribute information

The town's firefighters will go door to door during the next three Saturdays to provide hurricane and emergency medical services information.

  • Longboat Key
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Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • August 10, 2012
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  • By Steve Whidden
  • August 10, 2012
Golf Tips: Find YOUR Percentage To More Consistent Golf

One of the most over used reasons for hitting a bad shot I hear from students is that they "swung too fast."

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • August 10, 2012
Tennis Series heads to Payne Park

The Totally Tennis Exhibition Series will continue at 10 a.m. Aug. 19 at the Payne Park Tennis Center, 2050 Adams Lane, Sarasota.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 10, 2012
LRLL registration upcoming

Lakewood Ranch Little League will hold registration for the Fall 2012 season, which begins Sept. 10, from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 17 and 24 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 18 and 25 at the Lakewood Ranch Ballpark adjacent to Lakewood Ranch High School.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 10, 2012
Miss Manatee Softball announces registration dates

Miss Manatee Softball will hold registration for the upcoming fall season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 18; 6-8 p.m. Aug. 24; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 25 at the Miss Manatee Softball Complex located at Lakewood Ranch High School, 5500 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

  • East County
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Sarasota County Procurement Official Ed Coyman Jr. last week signed the six-month contract recommendation, which was based on the $360,720 bid submitted by the Palmetto firm.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 10, 2012
County secures final mowing contract

Natural Designs Landscaping will begin mowing the North Urban zone on Monday.

  • Sarasota
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Samantha Haga came out to support her mom, Karen Haga, the event's beneficiary. They are pictured with friends, Drs. Sheryl and Jason Okuhara.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Charity Bartending Night

Employees of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center gathered Aug. 9, at the Polo Grill and Bar, for the restaurant's Charity Bartending Night. The event benefited hospital employee Karen Haga, who is battling cancer.

  • East County
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Joy Server, Doris Kaplan and Renee Sheade. Molly Schechter.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
'I want as many birthdays as possible.'

... but no more birthday parties."

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
The Great Scallop Search is on

The 5th annual Sarasota Bay Watch Great Scallop Search will take place from 8:30 to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 near Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant and Pub, 760 Broadway Street.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
All Angels' website gets a boost

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church has made an even bigger presence on the World Wide Web.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
He finds bullet casings by the seashore

Tom Dougherty was in the shallow waters of Whitney Beach about a week after Tropical Storm Debby, when he thought he stepped on a seashell.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
Donation aides Dream Oaks Camp

The Peace River Electric Cooperative's "Operation Round Up" charitable foundation recently donated $3,200 to Dream Oaks Camp, a camp for children with special needs and chronic illnesses.

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  • August 10, 2012
Bobcat spotted in Lakewood Ranch

East County resident Tim Cunningham recently spotted this bobcat on Honeysuckle Trail, near the Riverwalk Grove community.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
Mixon's gives away ice cream

Now through Aug. 15, Mixon Fruit Farms will be giving away a free ice cream cone to any child 12 years and younger who comes to the store and recites the "Pledge of Allegiance."

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ariel and Ana Samedi, 7, play in the water fountains at Sun-N-Fun.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
Children enjoy end of summer bash

Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Suncoast hosted an end-of-summer fun day Saturday, Aug. 4., at Sun-N-Fun.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 10, 2012
The tale of the fairy "GlamMa"

According to Urban Dictionary.com, "If 60 is the new 40 then GlamMa is the new Grandma, a woman with a sense of self and style."

  • Siesta Key
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Sarasota County firefighters this afternoon wait for an update about smoke sighted in the Sarasota County Jail.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Smoke brings firefighters to jail

Emergency personnel investigated smoke coming from vents in the Sarasota County jail this afternoon.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 9, 2012
Connie Mack visits Sarasota

Republican challenger for US Senate Connie Mack will attend the the GOP's North Sarasota County Victory office Friday, Aug. 10 for a meet and greet.

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Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • August 9, 2012
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Elaine Charney, Sally Piccolo and Patty Sarlo
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • August 9, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Newcomers Club Luncheon

The Sarasota Newcomers Club held its monthly luncheon at Sarasota Yacht Club.

  • Sarasota
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Longboat Key's north end beach during Tropical Storm Debby, which brought heavy rain and winds to the region in late June.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 9, 2012
NOAA predicts stormier summer

The NOAA has revised its increased its predictions for hurricane season to 12 to 17 named storms.

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Longboat Key Fire Rescue transported 122 patients during the second quarter of the calendar year.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 9, 2012
LBK Fire Rescue releases second quarter stats

The department got high marks in a survey from patients, with 83% rating their overall quality of care as "outstanding."

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sen. Mike Bennett was interviewed by numerous television crews following the meeting.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 9, 2012
Willowbrook homeowners calling for action

About 50 residents gathered Wednesday night to share their concerns with Sen. Mike Bennett about the condition of their homes, which are experiencing severe issues from water intrusion.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 9, 2012
Planning Commission reviews density increase

The developer of the Eagle Trace subdivision is seeking to increase the number of residential units for the property.

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Sarasota County has removed more than 140 tons of seaweed from beaches since July 1, according to a news release.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Cost is key in beach cleanup

Algae clumps lose mass when left to dry out, which pares the cost of disposal for Sarasota County. But, piles of marine flora baking in the sun can hurt tourism.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
First sea turtle hatchlings emerge on Siesta

A record-setting nesting season could offset the devastation from Tropical Storm Debby.

  • Siesta Key
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The seawall under the Siesta Key north bridge shows signs of erosion, so Sarasota County and the city of Sarasota will replace 600 feet of the concrete structure.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Permits secured for seawall revamp

Sarasota County and the city of Sarasota will begin a $1 million renovation of the seawall at Bay Island Park after the jurisdictions approve a joint project agreement.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
County won't add code enforcement officer

Sarasota County Planning and Development Services Executive Director Rob Lewis said overtime weekend hours to police the noise ordinance are being considered.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Scrutiny clouds transparency

The Siesta Key Village Maintenance Corp. has yet to be reimbursed for expenses approved by the Sarasota County Commission.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Sarasota County school Board seeks safety head

A candidate lacking law enforcement experience could replace Sarasota County Schools Chief of Police Lawrence Leon.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Railroad tracks were used to transport equipment and goods to fishermen along Sarasota Bay. Photos courtesy of the Sarasota History Center.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Siesta Key: From dried fish to snowbirds

Siesta Key, which consistently tops rankings in Sarasota County tourist tax dollars, could have been a much different place if not for Tampa Bay Hurricane of 1921.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Village Association pleased with maintenance contract

Fallout from the failed mowing contract with Sarasota County hasn't fazed Siesta Key Village leaders, after they secured a firm to maintain the Village starting this fall.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Florida Shorebird Alliance outlines guidelines for placing signs around snowy plover nesting areas. Photo courtesy of Rick Greenspun.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 9, 2012
Snowy plover hatchlings emerge on Siesta beach

The chicks' trips to find food along the shoreline is perilous, but members of various Siesta Key organizations have taken them under their protective wings.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Currently, seven red-light cameras, located at four Sarasota intersections, are taking pictures and video cars that run a red light in those locations.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 9, 2012
Red-light cameras get green light

Red light cameras have already recorded more than 10,000 violations since December. Plans to install more cameras are in the works.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A Main Street bulbout extension in front of Pastry Art could create an additional 15 outdoor dining seats for the eatery.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • August 9, 2012
Main Street merchant gives vital input

Public input at City Hall on preliminary drawings of segment two of a Main Street project proves to be valuable.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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