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Observer Staff
August 18, 2010

Cops Corner 08.19.10

The subject(s) entered the structure through a rear sliding door and went into the laundry room to remove property. The subject appeared to use a dolly.

East County
Cops Corner

Observer Staff
August 18, 2010

Business Observer 08.19.10

Hembree & Associates Inc. secured recently leases for three new businesses in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
News

Adam Hughes
August 18, 2010

Edgewater home tops sales

Francis and Tracy Kelly, Lakewood Ranch, sold their home at 6612 Topside Terrace to Andrew and Elizabeth Burchard, Bradenton, for $550,000.

East County
Real Estate

Michael Eng
August 18, 2010

Thunder ignores echoes, focuses on future

One season ago, The Out-of-Door Academy, on the legs of running back AJ Strong,Â cruised to within spitting distance of a state title. Despite losing Strong to graduation, coach Brett Timmons has every reason to believe greatness is again within ODA's reach.

East County
Sports

Pam Eubanks
August 18, 2010

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Dallas Troyer

After a summer of stock-car racing, 13-year-old Dallas Troyer has the most wins of any racer in the Magic 4s class at the Desoto Super Speedway.

East County
Sports

Robin Hartill
August 18, 2010

Letts examines Boca Grande health-care model

Dr. Pamela Letts treats anywhere from 30 to 50 patients a day during the height of season at the Centre Shops Family Practice and Urgent Care.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
August 17, 2010

Brenner interviews finance department

A subcommittee formed to review town operations at Town Hall interviewed Finance Director Tom Kelley Aug. 5.

Longboat Key
News

Loren Mayo
August 17, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Room Feelings

Room Feelings specializes in the planning and design of residential and commercial spaces.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
August 17, 2010

Gateway Bank earns LEED certification

Gateway Bank in the East County recently received its Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification.

East County
News

Robin Hartill
August 17, 2010

Michael Saunders & Co. launches new website

The site includes new search functions and market data.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

Robin Roy
August 17, 2010

Mooring field stays afloat

Although more than $800,000 has already be spent on work that has barely begun, the city commission approved up to $150,000 more to find a new contractor to build Sarasota Bay's mooring field.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
August 16, 2010

Town launches tax receipt program

Longboat Key now allows Key business owners to pay for their annual business tax receipts online.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
August 16, 2010

OBITUARY: Ruth Lillian Wexler

Ruth Wexler, 88, was a founding member of Temple Beth Israel.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
August 16, 2010

Watchful Palm-Aire resident prevents burglary

A Palm-Aire man stopped a burglary-in-progress by calling 911 as two suspects attempted to break into his home.

East County
News

Robin Roy
August 16, 2010

City urged to settle noise suit

The city attorney will advise commissioners to accept a $50,000 settlement offer from a couple whose car was impounded under a 2008 anti-noise ordinance.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
August 13, 2010

Colony memories

The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort will close Sunday, Aug. 15, after 41 years of operation. The landmark resort is a place where many memories have been made.

Longboat Key
News

Stephanie Hannum
August 13, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Green Ginger Hair Design

Gordon and Lynda Hall bought Green Ginger Hair Design after moving to Sarasota from France.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
August 13, 2010

Tropical depression impacts turtle nests

About 200 nests in Sarasota County have been affected.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Roy
August 13, 2010

Five Points roundabout opens early

Construction on the downtown intersection is completed 23 days ahead of schedule.

Sarasota
News

Michael Eng
August 13, 2010

WEEKEND BEST BET: Polo Grill Back-to-School Party for Grown-Ups

The Polo Grill and Bar will host this event at 8 p.m., Aug. 14, at the restaurant, 10670 Boardwalk Loop.

East County
Neighbors

By Christopher Miller
August 13, 2010

Gecko's hosts 'Beauty and the Geek' party

Gecko's Grill and Pub hosted this first annual event at 9 p.m., Aug. 12.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
August 13, 2010

Younger running again

At-large Commissioner Phillip Younger has picked up a commission candidate qualification packet.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
August 12, 2010

OBITUARY: Rhea Goldman

Rhea Goldman, 100, was a Longboat Key resident.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
August 12, 2010

Town prepares for beach project

Town attorney David Persson has drafted a letter to Gulf-front property owners requesting they sign easements for the town's upcoming beach project.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
August 12, 2010

CAMP SPOTLIGHT: LAC Sports Camp

The East County Observer caught up with children at the Longwood Athletic Club Sports Camp to hear what they thought about the week's festivities.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
August 12, 2010

Superintendent hosts roundtable discussion

The Manatee CEO Roundtable will meet at 8 a.m., Friday at the school district's School Support Center.

East County
Schools

Observer Staff
August 12, 2010

Yogis do the plank on Siesta Key Beach

More than 200 people raised their faces to the sun Saturday, Aug. 7, on Siesta Key Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
August 12, 2010

Fifth Third launches school supply drive

In partnership with the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Fifth Third Bank has announced its second "Back to School" supply drive.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Robin Roy
August 12, 2010

Election change gains steam

More than two dozen people asked the Charter Review Committee to move the spring election date to the November general election to save money and increase voter turnout.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
August 12, 2010

Residents target homeless feedings

People living and working around Selby Five Points Park explore an Orlando law that severely restricts homeless feedings in its parks.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
August 12, 2010

CHARTER REVIEW BOARD: County charter changes debated

Five candidates with diverse backgrounds are trying to fill two Charter Review Board seats.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
August 12, 2010

Cops Corner 08.12.10

A golf-shop manager heard a cracking sound inside the store and knew exactly what it was - the snapping of a club head off the shaft.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Robin Roy
August 12, 2010

HOSPITAL BOARD: Candidates differ on expansion policy

Only one of six hospital board seats up for grabs is on the primary election ballot Aug. 24. The two candidates agree on the millage rate, but have different views over a possible expansion into Manatee County.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
August 12, 2010

OUR VIEW: Elections 2010: We recommend ...

This is the year. These are the elections to sweep out the status quo and start anew. Stop doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.

Sarasota
Opinion

Loren Mayo
August 12, 2010

BACK TO SCHOOL 2010: Booker to showcase memories

Starting in August, the Booker High School campus will be undergoing construction to provide students with a brand new campus.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
August 12, 2010

BACK TO SCHOOL 2010: The Freshman: Madison Gates

The only qualm Madison Gates has about her first day at Riverview High School, even though she hasn't attended class on a school campus since the sixth grade, is whether her father will show up wearing a T-shirt that reads, "I'm Madison Gates' Dad."

Sarasota
Neighbors

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