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Pam Eubanks
March 11, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Polo

Guests at the Sarasota Polo Club March 11 enjoyed the beautiful weather as they watched the U.S. Polo Association's Inter-Circuit Championship 12 Goal Finals.

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Jen Blanco
March 11, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Ponies for Pups

East County residents spend the afternoon alongside their four-legged friends during the Third Annual Ponies for Pups March 10 at the Sarasota Polo Club. During the event, which benefited Honor Animal Rescue, guests enjoyed lunch, tailgating, a silent auction, polo match and more.

East County
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Black Tie Staff
March 10, 2012

Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon

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Black Tie Staff
March 10, 2012

Sarasota Tree of Life Award Dinner

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Mallory Gnaegy
March 10, 2012

Donal O'Shea announced as new President of New College

At the March 10 New College of Florida Board of Trustees Meeting, it was announced that Donal O'Shea was selected by the Presidential Search Committee to become the new President. Upon the confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors, he will become the fifth President of New College.

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Pam Eubanks
March 10, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Rosedale Rally for the Cure

More than 100 ladies in the Rosedale Community gathered March 10, at the Rosedale Golf & Country Club, for Rosedale's annual Rally for the Cure Golf Tournament and Luncheon.

East County
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Black Tie Staff
March 9, 2012

Dog's Night Out

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Black Tie Staff
March 9, 2012

Sarasota Open Pre-Party Bash

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Pam Eubanks
March 9, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Father/Daughter Dance

Fathers and daughters celebrated a special night together at a father/daughter dance March 9, at Bayside Community Church.

East County
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Eddie Kirsch
March 9, 2012

March 9: Daily Headlines Video

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

Siesta Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
March 9, 2012

Photo of the Day: Police Station Demolition

Demolition of the former Sarasota Police Station, 2050 Ringling Boulevard began this week and will take 60 days to complete using a wrecking ball.

Sarasota
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Nick Friedman
March 9, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Pineapple Antique Show and Sale

Shoppers hunted for vintage furniture, jewelry, art and other antiques Thursday, March 8, at the opening night of the 36th Annual Pineapple Antique Show and Sale. The event raises money to support families in crisis by supporting local charities and food banks.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
March 9, 2012

Police arrest Pak Mail burglar

A Sarasota man has been arrested for the burglaries of a Sarasota Pak Mail and a Synovus Bank last month.

Sarasota
News

Robin Hartill
March 9, 2012

Early voting begins tomorrow

Early voting in the race for the District 3 Longboat Key Town Commission seat begins tomorrow.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
March 9, 2012

PHOTO OF THE DAY: Top of the Morning!

Tara Elementary School Principal Dr. Linda Fouse dressed up like a leprechaun this morning and welcomed students to school from a rooftop as a reward to students for raising more than $1,000 for children with muscular dystrophy.

East County
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Jen Blanco
March 9, 2012

SCORES: ODA baseball tops Cardinal Mooney

The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team defeated Cardinal Mooney 8-1 March 6.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
March 9, 2012

SCORES: Lady Pirates swing past Lady Seminoles

The Braden River High girls tennis team defeated Southeast 5-2 March 6.

East County
Sports

Pam Eubanks
March 9, 2012

Gullett students earn sponge war

Students at Gullett Elementary School on Thursday threw wet sponges at their teachers.

East County
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Pam Eubanks
March 9, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Manatee Chamber Spring Fling

Lakewood Ranch residents and business professionals gathered March 8 at the Manatee Chamber of Commerce's McClure Center in Lakewood Ranch for the organizations Spring Fling Business Expo.

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Black Tie Staff
March 8, 2012

Go Red For Women Luncheon

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March 8, 2012

Cruising for a Cause aboard "Freedom" yacht

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Jen Blanco
March 8, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: John Lakin Reception

Friends and colleagues showed their support for Circuit Judge, 12th Judicial Circuit candidate John Lakin during a special reception March 7 Gold Coast Eagle Distributing in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
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Rachel Brown Hackney
March 8, 2012

English woman golfer charged with DUI on Siesta

Rachel L. Connor, 21, an English golfer, was charged with Driving Under the Influence early March 7 on Siesta Key, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.

Siesta Key
News

Eddie Kirsch
March 8, 2012

March 8: Daily Headlines Video

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

Longboat Key
News

Mallory Gnaegy
March 8, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Networking at Noon

The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce hosted a Networking at Noon luncheon at the Holiday Inn Lido Key on Thursday, March 8. Local business men and women socialized and introduced their businesses.

Longboat Key
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Eddie Kirsch
March 8, 2012

Sarasota man arrested, 25 weapons seized

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has arrested Glen Connolly, 57, for possession of heroin and possession of firearm by convicted felon.

Sarasota
News

Mallory Gnaegy
March 8, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Chase Bank Opening

Chase Bank at St. Armands Circle, 30 N. Blvd. of the Presidents, had a ribbon-cutting and meet and greet on Wednesday, March 7. Circle association members, the Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce and some trusty customers were in attendance, and snacked on appetizers and drinks. Chase Bank will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
March 8, 2012

FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Julia Mounts

Julia Mount, 9, has played with the Sarasota Orchestra. Read more about Mount in our candid Q&A.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 8, 2012

FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Nell Rude

Nell Rude is a Sarasota resident who recently created an exhibit titled "Tribute to American Heroes." Read more about Rude in our Candid Q&A.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Allison Moore
March 8, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: 'Scrub Away Cancer' fundraiser

Cancer Support Community Florida Suncoast hosted a "Scrub Away Cancer" Celebrity Bartending event Feb. 28, at Libby's Cafe and Bar.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
March 8, 2012

HBA announces Parade of Homes winners

Winners of the Home Builders Association Manatee-Sarasota's Parade of Homes event were announced March 6.

East County
News

Robin Hartill
March 8, 2012

Villagers share north-end ideas

Longbeach Village Association members learned about ideas generated through a planning effort facilitated by the Longboat Key Revitalization Task Force.