Your Observer

Robin Hartill
October 13, 2010

September Sales Snapshot

The following data is a summary of Key residential real-estate sales recorded during September at the Sarasota and Manatee county courthouses. Data from September 2009 is also listed for comparison.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

Observer Staff
October 13, 2010

Tom Norton submitted this sunset photo, taken across from Bayfront Park, 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Please send your sunset (or sunrise) photos to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, Fla., 34228, or e-mail them to [email protected].

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 13, 2010

Cops Corner 10.14.10

The complainant reported an unknown person stole six lawn sprinkler heads from her lawn.

East County
Cops Corner

Pam Eubanks
October 13, 2010

Two Ranch swimmers take honors

Ashley Reid and Johnny Silvers again made USA Swimming's Scholastic All-American Team.

East County
Sports

Pam Eubanks
October 13, 2010

District considers policy change

The proposed policy would prevent Manatee teachers from posting negative comments about the district, students or employees on social-networking sites.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
October 13, 2010

ELECTION 2010: Lakewood Ranch CDD 4 Seat 3

In the weeks leading up to the general election, which will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2, The East County Observer will profile contested races pertinent to East County residents. Meet the contestants for CDD 4 Seat 3.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
October 13, 2010

ELECTION 2010: Lakewood Ranch CDD 5 Seat 5

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
October 13, 2010

Business Observer 10.14.10

Third-quarter data by Neal Communities shows the company has posted well more than 100 home sales in just the last two months, with 100 contracts signed in August and another 24 signed in September.

East County
News

Jen Blanco
October 13, 2010

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Kelley Shiels

Braden River High School libero Kelley Shiels has been averaging 24 digs this season while helping lead the Lady Pirates to an 18-2 record.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
October 13, 2010

Sports Briefs 10.14.10

The Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team won the 2010 Manatee County Championship Oct. 2 at Rosedale Golf & Country Club.

East County
Sports

Pam Eubanks
October 12, 2010

Manatee schools on normal schedule Wednesday

A previous school calendar said Oct. 13 would not be an early-out day, but it is.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
October 12, 2010

Buchanan to host Chinese drywall forum

The event will start at 6 p.m., tonight at the Sarasota County Administration Center.

East County
News

By Dean Consiglio
October 12, 2010

McNeal PTO swings into action

The Parent-Teacher Organization at McNeal Elementary school hosted the 2010 McNeal Elementary Golf Tournament Oct. 9 at the Lakewood Ranch Country Club East's Royal Lakes golf course. Proceeds from the event benefited the PTO and its support of the Accelerated Reader program at McNeal.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
October 12, 2010

Lakewood Ranch gets 'tagged'

Representatives of Microsoft Corp. and Lakewood Ranch on Oct. 11 announced details of a new regional partnership that will make Lakewood Ranch the first community in the nation to be "Tagged!"

East County
News

Jen Blanco
October 12, 2010

Community Golf Scores 09.28.10 to 10.05.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

East County
Sports

Rachel S. OHara
October 11, 2010

McTeacher's Night at McDonald's

Teachers from Phillippi Shores Elementary participated in McTeacher's Night on Monday, October 11, 2010 from 4-7 pm.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 11, 2010

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Phillippi Shores News Network (WITH VIDEO)

What really goes on in the Phillippi Shores Elementary newsroom when the cameras are turned off? Why, jokes, laughter and fun, of course! Today, the student anchors gave The Sarasota Observer the scoop on what it's like to be part of the PSNN news crew.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 11, 2010

VIDEO: Black Tie Bash 'Season Shaker'

The Observer's Black Tie Bash 'Season Shaker' 2010-2011 chairwomen and chairmen shake things up during the fashion show finale.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
October 11, 2010

Mote releases two turtles, including final cold-stunning patient

The juvenile green sea turtles were released Friday morning.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Roy
October 11, 2010

Police grant to aid minority hiring

The $10,000 grant from the Community Foundation will help minority students attend the local police academy.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
October 10, 2010

Lady Mustangs win fourth invitational of the season

The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team continued its winning ways Oct. 9, taking first place in the Walt Disney World Cross Country Classic held at the Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando.

East County
Sports

Black Tie Staff
October 9, 2010

15th annual Sunset Silent Auction

Black Tie

By Lainee Jennings
October 9, 2010

Southeast shuts out Pirates

The Seminoles controlled the line of scrimmage on both sides of the ball as they beat Braden River 31-0.

East County
Sports

Loren Mayo
October 9, 2010

Master gardeners show some skill

The Sarasota County Master Gardeners were out in full force Saturday at their sixth annual plant sale.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Maria Amodio
October 9, 2010

BKYC Oktoberfest on the beach

Bird Key Yacht Club members took their annual Oktoberfest celebration out of the clubhouse and onto the beach this year on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Bay Isles Beach Club.

Longboat Key
News

Maria Amodio
October 9, 2010

Christ Church members sing for their supper

Christ Church members gathered to sing some of their favorite tunes at their Sunset Soiree and Sing-along on Saturday, Oct. 9 at Islands West.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
October 9, 2010

RANCH HOMECOMING: The Dance

The students at Lakewood Ranch High School celebrated in style during the school's Homecoming dance Oct. 9. The gymnasium and lobby were both decorated with the overall dance theme in mind, "Dance like an Egyptian."

East County
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
October 9, 2010

Junior League hosts Oktoberfest

The Junior League of Sarasota celebrated Oktoberfest Sarasota 2010 Oct. 9 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributors in Lakewood Ranch. The event included a silent auction, food and an assortment of beers to enjoy. The money raised by the event went to the Community Outreach Program in Sarasota.

East County
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 8, 2010

Doctors make some noise

Doctor Idol, a battle of the bands featuring local musician-physicians that drew more than 600 people and raised more than $10,000 last year to benefit the Ear Research Foundation, returned again to Michael's On East. Proceeds will benefit Florida's Vision Quest.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
October 8, 2010

Bikers cruise into Lakewood Ranch

The fifth annual West Coast Bike Rally took place Friday, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street. From 5 to 11 p.m. the street was blocked off so that attendees could enjoy bands, food and more.

East County
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
October 8, 2010

POUNDING THE ROCK

Lakewood Ranch opened its Class 4A-District 11 season with a 42-21 victory over Port Charlotte during the Mustangs' Homecoming game Oct. 8.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
October 8, 2010

RANCH HOMECOMING: The Game

Lakewood Ranch High students had plenty to celebrate Oct. 8 as the Mustangs defeated Port Charlotte 42-21 in the school's Homecoming Game.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
October 8, 2010

McNeal kids showcase costumes at dance

Students at McNeal Elementary School and their families gathered in the school's cafeteria Oct. 8 for a costume ball. Guests enjoyed pizza, dancing and a costume contest, among other festivities.