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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 16, 2011
Ranch athletes ink college choices

Six Lakewood Ranch High seniors announced their intentions to play at the next level during a signing ceremony this afternoon in the school's media center.

  • East County
  • Sports
JFCS volunteers Carol Macphee, Esther Heller, Arnold Elliot, Joel Blumsack and Lee Katz helped serve up food, Wednesday, Nov. 16, during the Celebration of Caregivers luncheon at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Celebration of Caregivers

JFCS celebrated Caregiver Month, Wednesday, Nov. 16, with the Celebration of Caregivers luncheon at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus. The luncheon, which also included a large cake to serve the over 70 guests, honored the caregivers who participate in the different JFCS Caregiver programs. Kathleen Houseweart, Coordinator of SMH Memory Clinic and Manager of Geriatric Services, also gave a presentation to those who attended the luncheon about understanding and managing the stress that caregivers deal with on a daily basis.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Longboat Key Club and Resort approved the Islandside project in June 2010.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
Judge hears arguments in writ challenge

Judge Charles Roberts heard from both sides in the challenge to the Longboat Key Club and Resort's proposed Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • November 16, 2011
BREAKING: Gas line struck on Ocean Boulevard

As workers Wednesday, Nov. 16, began construction of the new wrought-iron fence at the intersection of Treasure Boat Way and Ocean Boulevard, they struck a gas line, a county staff member informed representatives of Siesta organizations.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
CUTLINE: Even after running 26.1 miles in the New York City Marathon, Jamey Murphy and Jodi Mailman had enough strength to hold up a copy of their favorite newspaper, the East County Observer.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 16, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Jamey Murphy

Jamey Murphy and his wife, Jodi Mailman, co-own Create Your Own - A Confectionary Boutique. To celebrate Murphy's 50th birthday, the two completed the New York City Marathon. Read more about him in our candid Q&A.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 16, 2011
Crews contain sewer leak on Gulfstream Avenue

A city Public Works Department crew is repairing a forcemain break on Gulfstream Avenue that allowed sewer water to reach Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Literacy Council President Donald Kayton and fellow Key residents Mary McGrath and Edward Cohen. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Literacy Council welcomes tutors

Literacy Council President and Longboat Key resident Donald Kayton welcomed volunteer tutors to a party hosted by Sarasota's Parker's Books Tuesday, Nov. 8.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
SYC elects new GEM officers

Sarasota Yacht Club's Gal-E-Mates (GEMs) started the season off by electing new officers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo by Mallory Gnaegy.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Birthday present is a family affair

Pat Marschke received her family's presence for a birthday present this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The board will decide once again whether to approve the ODP at an upcoming meeting, along with an application for a special-exception use of the chapel property and a site-plan amendment.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
P&Z to re-dial cell tower ODP

Jim Eatrides and Kevin Barile have agreed to submit detailed construction plans as part of their applications to bring a 150-foot tower to the Longboat Island Chapel property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key Planning Zoning & Building (P&Z) Director Monica Simpson
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
Simpson independent investigation continues

Attorney H. Hamilton 'Chip' Rice is wrapping up his investigation of employee allegations surrounding P&Z Director Monica Simpson.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
Sands Point residents challenge contributions

Richard and Marsha Crawford have filed a complaint alleging that their condominium association did not have the right to use association funds for contributions to the Islandside Property Owners Coalition.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Willis artists partner with Neal

Neal Communities hosted its annual My Favorite Home contest, with judging Nov. 9, at Willis Elementary School, where students had been busy drawing their dream homes.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Ranch Boo Run raises $8,000

Runners in the Lakewood Ranch Running Club's Boo Run this year raised $8,000 for local charities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Darby Ramey
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Couple welcomes 11/11/11 addition

East County couple Jordan and Elizabeth Ramey celebrated the numerically symmetrical day with the birth of their daughter, Darby Ramey.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
As owners of Create Your Own — A Confectionary Boutique, Jamey Murphy and his wife, Jodi Mailman, live by the mantra "Eat candy — Run fast." The couple completed the New York City Marathon, their first 26.2-mile race, Nov. 6.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2011
Jamey Murphy makes his 50th birthday a marathon celebration

In celebration of his 50th birthday, Jamey Murphy and his wife, Jodi Mailman, completed the New York City Marathon Nov. 6.

  • East County
  • News
Medallion Home Sales & Marketing Director Gregg Glasser said Riva Trace has been the busiest of Medallion’s communities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2011
Riva Trace garners attention

Medallion Home officials say the new East County community is by far the developer's most popular.

  • East County
  • News
"It's going to be an amazing experience and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, especially doing something you love," said Sarah Nimptsch, right, of cheering in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, with fellow cheerleader Ashley Preininger, left.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2011
ODA Cheerleaders to perform in New York

Two ODA students earned invitations to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Pommes Dauphine Fromage (Potato Pate a choux puffs with Cheese)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
East County invites you to feast

Last year, the East County Observer brought you a selection of Thanksgiving recipes from some of our area's best chefs. This year, we've done it again.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
If you’re looking for a new recipe for your holiday feast repertoire, read on for some new and old favorites from Longboat Key chefs.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
A twist on Thanksgiving tradition

The Thanksgiving holiday is a time to rejoice with family members and friends and share all the reasons why one is thankful.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
News Briefs

Firefighters develop public-education program; Workshop to feature discussion of aging issues; Town of Longboat Key collects Toys for Tots

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
Rev3 Triathlon is not gearing up for Key event

The triathlon withdrew its application to bring a 56-mile bicycle course and 1,000 people through Longboat Key as part of a 2012 event.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cedar Tennis Resort owner Randy Langley said he is re-branding the facility, previously known as Cedars Tennis & Fitness Club. File photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
P&Z sounds off on Cedars' outdoor dining request

Cedars Tennis Resort can move 38 indoor seats outside, and diners won't have to hear the sound of silence.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Our View A 'good buy'? We'll see

That is one of the mayor's assessments of the Longboat Key Town Commission's approving last week the spending of $452,500 for the 0.71-acre lot that separates Pattigeorge's restaurant and the town's Bayfront Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Letters to the Editor

Dogs and humans can coexist peacefully on Key beaches; Dogs should be allowed on beach for one-year trial; Cell phone tower would impact island life negatively

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
No resolution reached in the Colony mediation

A Nov. 12 conference didn't put an end to years of disputes at the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
Commission election deadline approaches

Four incumbent commissioners are up for re-election next year - but it's unclear if any representative will have a challenger.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Read this week's edition of Cops Corner
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Mary Miller is a member of the Longboat Key Garden Club and supports many causes in the area.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 16, 2011
Neighbors: Mary Miller

This lifetime learner makes time to support her favorite causes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
News Briefs

Authorities: vehicle fire apparent suicide; Red Cross launches holiday fundraiser; Local car wash raises funds for child; Taylor Morrison opens sales center

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's cops corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2011
FULL STORY: Schroeder-Manatee Ranch unveils Premier lights

Officials from the Lakewood Ranch developer and the community celebrated the lighting of fields at Premier Sports Campus Nov. 14.

  • East County
  • News
This home at 344 W. Royal Flamingo Drive has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,344 square feet of living area. It sold for $2,675,000. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • November 16, 2011
Bird Key home sells for $2,675,000

Jimmy and Lynn Hayes, Atlanta, sold their home at 344 W. Royal Flamingo Drive, on Bird Key, to David and Kelly Cain, Sarasota, for $2,675,000.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Pat and Tom Hanly. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
REAL ESTATE REPORTS

Kepecz-Hays, of Coldwell Banker, reaches Legends Society level; Echelon Group teams up with Habitat of Humanity Sarasota; Wagner Realty announces top agents for the month of October

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Courtesy photo
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 16, 2011
Business Observer

Longboat Key Club managers awarded at for service and accomplishments; Cannons Marina receives its 13th Grady-White Admiral's Circle Award

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 16, 2011
Our View: Common sense teacher pay

The ongoing controversy over teacher merit pay is understandable. After all, teachers have been allowed to get pay raises and maintain job security each year with almost no accountability.

  • East County
  • Opinion
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