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Ellie Blitz and Annie Maloni
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Martha's Catholic School Tailgate

St. Martha's Catholic School prepared for the final game showdown between Cardinal Mooney and Out-of-Door Academy on Friday, Nov. 11 with a tailgate. Some students learned cheers from Cardinal Mooney's Varsity cheerleaders, others got ready for a kick-off and some got cougar tattoos. Rico's Pizzeria and Pasta House catered food.

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Steve Branham, Susan Phillips and Phyllis and Jack Black
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club

In honor of veteran's day, Rear Admiral Steve Branham retired in July 2010 after working for the U.S. Coast Guard for 37 years stopped by the Republican Club of Longboat Key on Friday, Nov. 11 at the Sarasota Yacht Club. He talked to the group about protecting the shores and our freedom.

  • Longboat Key
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Guitarist Frank Reck played with the Florida Suncoast Mummers.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2011
Photo Gallery: University Park 20-year Celebration

The University Park Golf & Country Club hosted a special party for its members Nov. 11 in honor of University Park's 20th anniversary. Guest enjoyed live music, socializing, food and drink and a fireworks show.

  • East County
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The event will feature more than 300 American and international wines, food, music and more.
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  • Michael Eng
  • November 11, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch will host its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2011
Elks pay tribute to veterans

The Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge 2855 was among several Elks area lodges to hold a special barbecue lunch for veterans, their families and the staff at Pay Pines Hospital recently.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2011
LECOM hosts Hospital Day for students

Medical students at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine today learned about clinical rotations and other opportunities.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2011
American Red Cross launches Community Challenge

The American Red Cross has secured $100,000 in matching gifts and is seeking help from the community to raise money for the organization.

  • East County
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 11, 2011
Sarasota City Hall closed today

Sarasota City Hall and various departments are closed today in observance of Veterans Day.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 11, 2011
POLL OF THE DAY: A good cell tower plan?

Developers are moving forward and agreeing to submit additional documents about the 150-foot stealth cellular tower. Is plan so far a good one?

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Lakewood Ranch High senior Devin McDermott was named one of 12 national finalists for the 2011 Wendy's High School Heisman Award Nov. 10.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2011
Ranch senior named Wendy's High School Heisman national finalist

Lakewood Ranch High senior Devin McDermott was named one of 12 national finalists, of the 48,000 students who applied, for the 2011 Wendy's High School Heisman Award, which honors exceptional students who bring excellence in academics, athletics and community service.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 11, 2011
Top Cops of the Week

Enjoy this week's top Cops Corner stories from all Observers.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2011
Community sports

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 11, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET:The Block That Roxx

Don't miss 'The Block That Roxx' this weekend. The event is held to celebrate the Siesta Key Crystal Classic master sandsculpting competition.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 11, 2011
Longboat Town Hall closed today

Longboat Key Town Hall will re-open Monday, Nov. 14.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 11, 2011
Developers to submit new cell tower documents

Jim Eatrides and Kevin Barile will submit new materials next week.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2011
Hurricanes roll past Mustangs in regular season finale

The Lakewood Ranch High football team turned the ball over on its opening possession and was never able to recover as the host Mustangs fell to Manatee 38-7 in the regular season finale for both teams.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2011
Pirates win season opener

The Braden River High boys soccer team opened its season with a 7-1 victory over Charlotte Nov. 8.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2011
Lady Pirates win Preseason Classic

The Braden River High basketball team went 2-0 in the Braden River Preseason Classic Nov. 8-9.

  • East County
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Planned Parenthood President and CEO Barbara Zdravecky, and event co-chairs Mindy Mast, Carol Williams and Peggy Abt
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 10, 2011
High Tea at High Noon

High Tea at High Noon

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Susan and Jim Cavanaugh with Kim Cornetet
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 10, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: NewGate Montessori School "In the Pink"

The NewGate Montessori School held a fun-filled evening under the stars.

  • Sarasota
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Craig and Lin Boggs
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 10, 2011
PHOTO GALERY: Starry Night Dinner

Bacchus the Rascal's Starry Night Dinner was the kick-off to Bacchus on the Beach featuring the history of Bacchus, the god of wine. Bacchus, the god of wine, was a rascal who loved women, wine and adventure explains Jan Shrem, owner of Clos Pegase Winery. Shrem gave a presentation 'Bacchus the Rascal, a Bacchanalian History of Wine Seen through 4,000 years of Art,' at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Cpl. Hurb Thompson and Master Sgt. Mark Corradino raised the flag.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 10, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Flag Ceremony

Students at Braden River Middle School today paid tribute to military veteransd uring a special Flag Ceremony at the school. The event included a flag-raising ceremony, patriotic music and guest speakers.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ten children at Tara Elementary School today took a limousine ride to The Red Elephant restaurant as a reward for raising the most money school-wide during a recent cookie sale fundraiser.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 10, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Tara Limo

Ten children at Tara Elementary School today took a limousine ride to The Red Elephant restaurant as a reward for raising the most money school-wide during a recent cookie sale fundraiser.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The ceremony honored both the inception of the United States Marine Corps and Veterans Days.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 10, 2011
VIDEO: Siesta Key Crystal Classic dedicates opening ceremony to U.S. Veterans

Today marks the 236th anniversary of the U.S. Marines. To celebrate, the Siesta Key Crystal Classic kicked off this morning with an opening ceremony in front of an Iwo Jima sculpture.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 10, 2011
Deputies catch home burglars

Four men have been arrested for burglary.

  • East County
  • News
A dispute on how money should be used to clean up an underground landfill under Ed Smith Stadium has emerged.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 10, 2011
City of Sarasota, Orioles spar over stadium cleanup

The city of Sarasota believes a drainage project requested by the Baltimore Orioles for Ed Smith Stadium doesn't fall under the guidelines of an inter-local agreement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Four-year-old Jordyn Jomisko couldn’t wait to show off her patriotic sticker.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 10, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Let Freedom Ring Courtyard Ceremony

Freedom Elementary School students, faculty and staff showed their patriotism during the school's annual Let Freedom Ring Courtyard Ceremony Nov. 10. During the event, Freedom recognized and thanked military veterans for their service, raising a flag in honor of each branch. Students also enjoyed singing songs and listing to guest speakers, including District 67 state Rep. Greg Steube.

  • East County
  • Schools
Tickets are $5 per day, or $10 for a three-day pass. Proceeds go to Mote Marine Lab’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • November 10, 2011
Crystal Classic returns to Siesta Key

From its Nov. 10 tribute to veterans to its Nov. 14 conclusion, the master sandsculpting competition could draw up to 100,000 people.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • November 10, 2011
Sarasota County Commission to backtrack on height vote

Commissioners will pursue a remedy after voting Oct. 12 on a zoning change that could allow Miami Beach-style skyscrapers on the county's barrier islands.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The most recent concept plan for the Siesta Public Beach improvements shows the planned stormwater pond adjacent to the Gulf & Bay Club property, in the right-hand part of the design. Courtesy of Sarasota County.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • November 10, 2011
An extension sought for SWFWMD grant

With construction of a beach stormwater project still delayed, county staff is worried about getting an extension of a grant to cover half the cost of the work.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The radar signs that will be installed on Siesta Key will be similar to the models well known to drivers on Orange Avenue in Sarasota. Photo by Norman Schimmel.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • November 10, 2011
Radar signs expected in December on Key

New radar signs are expected to help traffic adhere to posted speeds on the island.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 10, 2011
News Briefs

County staff looking into charging-station grants; County offices to close for Veterans Day; Virtual school enrollment under way

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Read this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 10, 2011
Cops Corner: Pelican Press

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Connie Pittman helps prepare the Publix store for its grand opening.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 10, 2011
Multi-level Publix opens today

A new Publix grocery store at 2031 Bay St. opens today and offers elevator and escalator access from the parking garage and a shopping cart conveyor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 10, 2011
News Briefs

Downtown parking garage update; St. Armands median project on schedule; Veterans Day closings

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 10, 2011
Commission denies fast-track amendment

Two Sarasota city commissioners changed their minds and decided they couldn't support a code amendment that sped up the permitting process for applicants.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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