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Pam Eubanks
March 14, 2012

Judge narrows scope of Heritage Harbour lawsuit

A legal dispute between the Heritage Harbour South Community Development District and the Lighthouse Cove Homeowners Association is moving forward.

East County
News

Michael Eng
March 14, 2012

Observed: Help! My MIL bought an iPhone

I know I probably shouldn't be writing this about my mother-in-law; I'm treading into dangerous territory here. But, she lives all the way in Orlando. And I'm pretty confident she won't be able to find this on our website, anyway.

East County
Opinion

By Greg Steube
March 14, 2012

My View: Balancing a budget without increasing taxes

The challenge of the Legislature this year was passing a balanced budget without increasing taxes on our citizens.

East County
Opinion

By Jorge Blanco
March 14, 2012

Castaway

Enjoy this week's Castaway Cartoon.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

Former East County sports editor named 'Journalist of the Year'

Brian McMillan, now managing editor of the Palm Coast Observer, earned the honor from the Local Media Association.

East County
News

Jen Blanco
March 14, 2012

Braden River high baseman makes impact in first season

Braden River High second baseman Brittany Cole has been instrumental in the Lady Pirates' infield success in just her first season with the team.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 14, 2012

Pirates out-muscle Mustangs

The Braden River High School boys weightlifting team edged past rival Lakewood Ranch 39-29 in its dual meet March 8.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

MMS Observer Team Spotlight

Meet this week's Observer Team spotlight player.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

LRLL Observer Team Spotlight

Meet this week's Observer Team spotlight player.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 14, 2012

Comment: Lifters astound at rivalry meet

Weightlifting is one of the least recognizable high school sports.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 14, 2012

Athlete of the Week: Zack Larson

Lakewood Ranch High senior center fielder Zack Larson went 4-for-5 at the plate with a home run and five RBIs to help lead the Mustangs to a 16-4 district victory over Largo March 9.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 14, 2012

Rage players learn from pros

Braden River Soccer Club players enjoyed a special training demonstration and autograph session with the Tampa Bay Rowdies during its night practice March 6.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

Hillcroft bests M&I Wealth management, wins championship

Hillcroft defeated M&I Wealth Management/Wildcat to win the National Inter-Circuit 12 goal Championship March 11.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Adam Hughes
March 14, 2012

Ranch C.C. home sells for $1,425,000

A home in Country Club of Lakewood Ranch tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Stephen and Dana Jacobs, of Far Hills, N.J., sold their home at 7018 Portmarnock Place to Barbara Schneiderman, trustee, of Bloomfield, Mich., for $1,425,000.

East County
News

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Lakewood Ranch resident Thomas Simpson took this sunset photo at North Shore, Sarasota.

East County
Neighbors

Adam Hughes
March 14, 2012

The Beach Residences unit sells for $3.9 million

David Shoemaker, trustee, Sarasota, sold the Unit 1101 condominium at The Beach Residences, 1300 Benjamin Franklin Drive, to James and Misdee Miller, Lakewood Ranch, for $3.9 million. Built in 2005, it has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 4,194 square feet of living area.

Longboat Key
News

Mallory Gnaegy
March 14, 2012

BUSINESS OBSERVER

Sarasota Open confirms first female player for ladies invitational; Sarasota Yacht Club makes a splash with new water-sport program; Cool pool on Longboat Key receives recognition from state association

Longboat Key
News

By Brian Gunnell
March 14, 2012

Bridge Bites: No safe exit

This month's deals have been about finessing. In earlier weeks, we were trying to avoid them in favor of better alternatives. But, this week, we are actually going to take a finesse - eventually.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
March 14, 2012

Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Paul Martinelli submitted this sunset photo, taken on the southern tip of Lido Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Black Tie Staff
March 13, 2012

A Madcap Evening 'You Bet Your Life"'

This year's "Madcap Evening" will be a truly 'ducky' party. Chairman is Harold Ronson; honorary co-chairs are Gerri Aaron and Marvin Albert and Victoria and Harry Leopold. Features include: great moments from Groucho Marx's famous TV series 'You Bet Your Life' and such famous movie characters as Dr. Hugo Z. Hackenbush and Captain Jeffrey T. Spaulding. Singers from the Sarasota Opera will perform and as always there will be a few surprises. Dinner by Phil Mancini of Michael's on East, open bar, fun silent auction and more ...

Black Tie

Rachel S. OHara
March 13, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Ukrainian Egg demonstration at Gulf Gate Library

Tetiana Silecky, a member of the Ukrainian National Women's League of America, gave a demonstration on how to make traditional Pysankas, "written eggs", Tuesday, March 13, at the Gulf Gate Library.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
March 13, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: YES at Clayton's

The Young Entrepreneurs of Sarasota met for their weekly meeting and lunch, Tuesday, March 13, at Clayton's Grille.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 13, 2012

Obituary: Patricia 'Patty' Wrightson

A memorial service for Patricia "Patty" Wrightson, who died Nov. 19, will he held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 23, at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church, 563 Bay Isles Road.