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This rendering, provided by Ridan Industries, shows the height of the Longboat Island Chapel steeple compared to the height of the proposed 150-foot stealth cell tower. Rendering courtesy of Ridan Industries.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Letters to the Editor

Online poll results were skewed; Chief Hogle's actions were by the book

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Out-of-Door Academy family Bianca, Roberta, Laszlo and Tom Tengerdy will continue with their Thanksgiving Day tradition of feeding the homeless this year in Colorado while visiting family.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2011
East County families give a helping hand on Thanksgiving

For these East County families, Thanksgiving is more than just turkey on the table. It's a chance to make a difference.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Community Development District Supervisors have selected Dick Moran as the board’s newest member.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2011
Ranch CDDs approve landscaper

Down to Earth is slated to begin providing services in three community development districts in January.

  • East County
  • News
Forristall Enterprises foreman Alex Barrow checks out the inside of the home before starting its demolition Nov. 21.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2011
Lakewood Ranch eyesore demolished

A Lakewood Ranch home that burned down in September 2008 was demolished Monday.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2011
Classic cars cruise onto Main Street

Ed's Tavern will host a classic car show, benefiting MOTS and the VFW, Nov. 27.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
News Briefs

East County stuffs bus for Food Bank; County, school board agree on redistricting; District uploads new information system

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Jorge Blanco
  • November 22, 2011
Castaway

Enjoy this week's special Thanksgiving Castaway cartoon.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
I am thankful for the beautiful sunsets every night on our beaches.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Our View: Giving thanks

Thanksgiving Day is one of the great American holidays, because it is the time when everyone of different backgrounds, political persuasions and faiths can focus on being thankful for what we have.

  • East County
  • Opinion
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 22, 2011
Lakewood just short in upset attempt

The Mustangs nearly defeated the No. 2 team in the nation, falling to Seffner Armwood 35-31 in the final three minutes of a Class 6A-Region 2 quarterfinal Nov. 18.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jen Blanco
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 22, 2011
Comment: Olivia Ortiz deserving of state title

Three years ago, I walked into Lakewood Ranch High and met 'Spider Legs' for the first time. It's an interview I'll never forget.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Prep Scoreboard

Read this week's scores and standings for prep sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
Meet this week's Observer Team Spotlight, Hannah McCurry.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Observer Team Spotlight Q&A

Meet this week's Observer Team Spotlight, Hannah McCurry.

  • East County
  • Sports
These two make every second of every day an adventure. Photo by Jenny Waring.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 22, 2011
Fifty more reasons this father is thankful today

There have been multiple occasions in the car with my two young children when I've turned to my wife and told her the only thing I wanted for Christmas, my birthday or Father's Day is that limousine window that separates the driver from the back seat.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Haile Middle School students Tyler Whitlock and Parker Whitlock, front, and Taylor Lewis and C.J. Cooper recently won awards at the 2011 VEX Robotics All-Star Challenge.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2011
Haile Middle students build award-winning robots

One of the smartest robots in the state lives right here in the East County.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Jerry Knab greets some regulars along his morning walking route.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 22, 2011
Neighbors: Jerry Knab

The 'Pied Piper' of Longboat Key makes fast friends during his walking routine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Steve Harris has joined the St. Armands office of Michael Saunders & Co. Harris previously worked for Prudential Palms Realty, for which he ranked in the top 3% of nationwide fine-home specialists.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 22, 2011
REAL ESTATE REPORTS

Steve Harris joins Michael Saunders' St. Armands office; Signature Sotheby's participates in international conference; Andrew Bers earns Five Star Short Sale and REO certifications

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
This home at 23 S. Polk Drive on Lido Key has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,283 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.8 million. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • November 22, 2011
Lido Key home sells for $1.8 million

Thomas and Dona Blake, of Dublin, Ohio, sold their home at 23 S. Polk Drive to Jon Small, of Mentor, Ohio, for $1.8 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
David O’Keefe Studios has moved to a new location at 438 St. Armands Circle. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 22, 2011
Business Observer

Euphemia Haye unveils new tapas menu at The Haye Loft; David O'Keefe Studios celebrates new location on St. Armands Circle; Cannons Marina receives Marine Five Star Dealership Certification

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Meet this week's athlete, Donna Swain.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 22, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Linda Swain

In August, Longboat Key resident Linda Swain passed her eight-month yoga teacher certification, which she received from Yoga of the Heart in Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Brian Gunnell
  • November 22, 2011
Bridge Bites: Detective work

East's 2♦ was a Weak Two, showing six Diamonds and less than opening values. N-S push on to 4♠, a contract that is in danger of losing a trick in each suit. On the other hand, with a bit of sleuthing, you might even make an overtrick.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jon Boscia submitted this sunset photo, taken just south of New Pass.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Weekly Winner: Natural Setting

Jon Boscia submitted this sunset photo, taken just south of New Pass.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Angela Massaro-Fain, Cassandra Holmes, Julie Smith, Beth Wood and Ardell Terry. Courtesy Photo.
  • By Brenna Stevens
  • November 22, 2011
Lakewood Community Fund celebrates female philanthropists

The Lakewood Ranch Community Fund and Northern Trust presented a Women's Giving Circle High Tea Oct. 26, at The Lake Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Randy Estelle’'s concert will feature about 30 cast members. Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 22, 2011
Estelle lights the stage for Winter Wonderland

Pianist Randy Estelle will present 'Randy Estelle's Grand Winter Wonderland' Nov. 25-26, at Christian Retreat.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
East County resident Sue Gates took this picture Oct. 13, from her backyard.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Weekly Winner: Mushroom Cloud

East County resident Sue Gates took this picture Oct. 13, from her backyard.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • November 22, 2011
Ranch Lake Club home tops weekly real estate transactions

A home in Lake Club tops all transaction in this week's real estate. Patrick Janis, of Gilbert, Ariz., sold his home at 8336 Catamaran Circle to Wael Alokeh, Lakewood Ranch, for $585,000.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Roy Witte
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 22, 2011
Business Observer

Gold Coast manager receives national award; Goodwill adds job specialist in Lakewood; Roy Witte joins Keller Williams

  • East County
  • News
Meet this week's Athlete of the Week: Fabio Vasconcellos
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 22, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Fabio Vasconcellos

Braden River High junior Fabio Vasconcellos scored five goals while leading the Pirates to an 8-1 victory over Port Charlotte Nov. 15. The Pirates forward has netted 10 goals and an assist through the first four games of the season. Here is an inside look at this week's Athlete of the Week.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch softball players Quillan Toler, Dana Hutchins and Amber Ozment all announced their college intentions Nov. 16.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 22, 2011
Ranch athletes announce college choices

Six Lakewood Ranch High seniors either signed national letters-of-intent or verbally committed to play at the next level during a signing day ceremony Nov. 16, in the school's media center.

  • East County
  • Sports
Author Michelle Phillips. File photo.
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • November 22, 2011
Scene & Heard

'Beauty Blueprint' soars on Amazon; FST prepares for a $5.6 million makeover; Finally, Sarasota Opera finds its 'Nemo'; Teen actress vies for spot on TV's 'Glee'

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ray Alexander, owner of Engel & Völkers Anna Maria Island/Longboat Key said he has always been interested in the vacation market. File photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 22, 2011
FULL STORY Engel & Volkers launches new Longboat Key office, division

The new vacation division, E&V Vacations International, will be based out of the company's new office at Mediterranean Plaza.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Zoe Anderson, Terry Neuss, Virginia Tashian and Anne Roberts with Pat and Dick Anderson
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 21, 2011
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet Showcase Luncheon

Friends of the Sarasota Ballet Showcase Luncheon

  • Black Tie
Commodore Bob Baime prepares to cut the ribbon
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 21, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Commodore's Ball and Opening

In three-and-a-half months, Bird Key Yacht Club has undergone renovations to its front entrance, parking lot, entry hall, lobby and has introduced a two-story foyer and port cochere. The project was completed according to budget and just in time for the Commodore's Ball on Saturday, Nov. 19. A ceremonial cannon was fired in conjunction with the doors flying open and the lights coming on. Club members were received by board members and the new and old Commodores. Welcome Home, Bird Key Yacht Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mark Huber with Heather, Nichole and Miles Messenger and Connie Willis
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 21, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party Album 2

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key's Gourmet Lawn Party on Saturday, Nov. 19 benefitting St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital as well as local children had a huge turn-out, and provided an even better guest experience than last years. Last year, the event brought in 650 people and this year, there was a minimum of 1,005 attendees. The Kiwanis Club has never sold more than 350 tickets, but sold a record-breaking 400 this year. The event took place at Longboat Key Club island side.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Joan Grenke
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 21, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key's Gourmet Lawn Party on Saturday, Nov. 19 benefitting St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital as well as local children had a huge turn-out, and provided an even better guest experience than last years. Last year, the event brought in 650 people and this year, there was a minimum of 1,005 attendees. The Kiwanis Club has never sold more than 350 tickets, but sold a record-breaking 400 this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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