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Eddie Kirsch
February 22, 2012

FEB. 22: 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
February 22, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Historical Society Lecture Series

The speaker originally scheduled, Kent Chetalin, could not be in attendance, but Dennis Kauser saved the day on Feb. 21. For the second lecture of the Historical Society of Longboat Key's series, Kauser spoke about Historic Spanish Point. The lectures take place at Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design. Kauser is a docent and member of the speaker's bureau from the Historic Spanish Point Museum.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
February 22, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Circle Association

The members of the St. Armands Circle Assocation met Tuesday, Feb. 21 to discuss business. Sunglass Hut hosted the event and provided coffee and breakfast snacks to the circle business representatives present. Items discussed ranged from the ongoing Buskers performing on the circle and the potential parking meter discussion happening at Town Hall. St. Armands Circle will cross that bridge when they come to it, and they will cross it with full force.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
February 22, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Democratic Club Fundraiser

The agenda for the Longboat Key Democratic Club is simple: Reelect President Obama and elect Keith Fitzgerald to Congress. Their meeting at Lillian Sands' home on Monday, Feb. 22 was a fundraiser. Proceeds benefit a variety of activities that allow the Democrats to reach out to both Sarasota and Manatee counties. Since 2008, the group has sent busses from New Town to the polls to get people to vote - regardless of their political party. The fundraiser also featured speakers Rita Ferrandino the head of the Democrats of Sarasota County and Richard O'Brien the head of the Democrats of Manatee County.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
February 22, 2012

FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Jean and Ron Schwied

Jean and Ron Schwied are getting ready to set sail on a 10 month boating adventure. Read more about the couple in our candid Q&A.

Longboat Key
News

Nick Friedman
February 22, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Condo Council Meeting

The Siesta Key Condo Council held its monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 21, at Siesta Key Chapel. After enjoying snacks and refreshments, members heard from John Dauenheimer, Vice President of Insurance Service of Sarasota, who spoke about how the potential Citizens Insurance changes would affect Siesta Key condos.

Siesta Key
News

Rachel S. OHara
February 22, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: TBI Opera Night

The Men's Club of Temple Beth Israel put on the annual Temple Beth Israel Opera Night, Tuesday, Feb. 21, at the temple.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Bill Mixon

83-year-old Bill Mixon is one of Manatee County's most famous farmers. Read more about this local icon in our candid Q&A.

East County
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
February 22, 2012

County commissioners rename ball field Tuesday

The Sarasota County Commission renamed a bellied and discussed maintenance and cost provisions for Siesta Key Public Village Tuesday.

Siesta Key
News

Jen Blanco
February 22, 2012

Braden River tops Lakewood Ranch

The Braden River High boys tennis team defeated rival Lakewood Ranch 5-2 Feb. 16.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
February 22, 2012

SCORES: BRSC teams win championships

The Braden River Soccer Club U13 boys maroon and U14 girls both won the Disney President's Day tournament Feb. 18-20.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Elusive screech owl is a hoot

For years, a screech owl has lived in the backyard of Martin and Deborah Brookses' residence.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Tea to Tequila goes Cuban

The Tea to Tequila book club met Feb. 15, with an incredible 37-person turnout at Marcia and David Gutridge's home.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Putterman tells his real age

It's not a lie when Sol Putterman tells people he's really 21 years old - not 88.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Palm-Aire goes all in at card party

About 200 women tried their luck during the Palm-Aire Women's Club's Game & Card Party at Palm-Aire Country Club.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Ovations: Congratulations are in order

Do you know someone who has cause for celebration? The East County Observer wants to celebrate with you! Submit your Ovations news to Michael Eng, [email protected].

East County
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

Brenner lays cards on the table at forum

Vice Mayor David Brenner wouldn't bet on a millage increase. And a recent reference to casinos? He says it's not in the cards.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

Residents seek voice in Arts Center future

The Arts Center has a plan that could bring in a larger audience. But some Village residents feel ignored in their own backyards.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

Larson raises contract questions

Commissioner Lynn Larson raised questions about whether Town Manager David Bullock's contract gives him sufficient independence.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

Cell tower at top of Comp Plan concerns

The Longboat Key Planning & Zoning Board voted to hold off on making recommendations for proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments until it can learn more about the findings of a wireless-communications study.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

License cameras moving slowly toward Key

Two years after Police Chief Al Hogle first began researching the camera systems, the town continues to move forward with the plan.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

Retiring deputy chief leaves big boots to fill

Longboat Key Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Skip Falcone is retiring after 31 years as a firefighter. The former teacher has continued helping to educate others.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 22, 2012

Town to determine scope of code work

The commission directed Town Manager David Bullock to create a draft outlining the extent of work for the town's land-use regulations.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Letters to the Editor

Colony interests to give status update; Budget module now available; Bullock recommends three engineering firms

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Our View: Who will bomb Iran?

In the normal swirl of the days in our little bitty slice of the world, it's easy to become engrossed in such grave concerns as the harsh brightness of the new landscaping lights on St. Armands Circle.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Ed Adams
February 22, 2012

My View: Solution: Make Longboat Key the world's 'tennis mecca'

I'm part of the problem, but I have a solution.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Letters to the Editor

'Smear tactics' unwelcome

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
February 22, 2012

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Mallory Gnaegy
February 22, 2012

Neighbors: Dean Eisner

This retired businessman takes on a new job helping area students.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Mallory Gnaegy
February 22, 2012

Garden Club hosts annual home and garden tour

HGTV has nothing on the Longboat Key Garden Club's 36th annual Home and Garden Tour. On Saturday, March 3, tour-goers will see expertly decorated homes with unique furniture pieces, private art collections and stunning views.

Longboat Key
News

Mallory Gnaegy
February 22, 2012

Shoppers rush to the Key for annual rummage sale

It's that time of year again when people scramble to Stella Maris Activity Hall at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church for the Royal Rummage Sale. It's a day when not only the parishioners rejoice, but bargain shoppers join in.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
February 22, 2012

Signage standards delay enforcement

Changes in federal standards have delayed the Manatee County Sheriff's Office from increasing traffic enforcement in Lakewood.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 22, 2012

Musicians to accompany home tour

The 37th annual Masterworks Showcase Encore Out East: A Tour of Luxury Homes, which runs March 2-3, will feature five homes in the East County.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 22, 2012

Board approves teacher pay cuts

After months of failed negotiations with the teacher's union, the school district Feb. 15 imposed 1.75% salary cut for its 2012 budget.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 22, 2012

Observe & Report: Lakewood Ranch's additional security services

Lakewood Ranch Community Development Districts currently pay $330,000 annually to have additional private security guards and patrols in the community. The private companies cannot make arrests, and the majority of their reports are responses to suspicious vehicles and vandalism.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 22, 2012

Mother organizes new dance

Jamie Foss is planning a special father/daughter dance for the community March 9. Reservations are required by March 2.

East County
News

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