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By Lee Bettes
September 14, 2010

Stoneybrook residents enjoy monthly potluck

Residents of Stoneybrook in Heritage Harbour gathered Sept. 10 for a "No Frills Italian Potluck." Attendees feasted on an assortment of Italian-themed food, while enjoying Italian music and photos from the recent vacation of residents Ken and Nancy Lively to La Bella, Italy.

East County
Neighbors

By Angel Birch
September 14, 2010

Freedom families feast on fun

Families of Freedom Elementary School gathered Sept. 10 for a special PTO pasta dinner, as well as a chance to hear about the school's curriculum and attend a book fair.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
September 14, 2010

BRE shows love for grandparents

More than 150 grandparents flocked to Braden River Elementary School Sept. 13 for the school's special Grandparent's Day luncheon. Braden River's Parent-Teacher Organization gave out special treats to grandparents who participated in the red hat and red tie contests.

East County
Schools

Robin Hartill
September 14, 2010

OBITUARY: George Raymond Devine

George Raymond Devine was a practicing dentist and oral surgeon.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Hartill
September 14, 2010

OBITUARY: Mark Kevin Height

Mark Kevin Height, 55, was a Longboat Key resident.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Robin Roy
September 14, 2010

Shoot-out suspect charged in robberies

The 30-year-old man who was involved in a shoot-out with sheriff's deputies has been arrested in connection with five armed robberies of adult-video stores.

Sarasota
News

Kurt Schultheis
September 13, 2010

Commission passes 1.8872 millage rate

The Longboat Key Town Commission voted 6-1 to pass a fiscal year 2010-11 budget that includes that includes a town manager-recommended tax rate of 1.8872 mills.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Roy
September 13, 2010

County to purchase Ringling Boulevard home

The property at 2525 Ringling Blvd. will be converted into a park.

Sarasota
News

By Lainee Jennings
September 11, 2010

Pirates struggle against Indians

Braden River High couldn't keep up with the nationally ranked Venice Indians in their second game of the season Sept. 10.

East County
Sports

Loren Mayo
September 11, 2010

Literacy fete makes reading a second nature (WITH VIDEO)

Kids and adults celebrated National Adult and Family Literacy month with recreational and educational activities at Oscar Scherer State Park, in Osprey.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
September 11, 2010

Longboat stages 9/11 tribute (WITH VIDEO)

Public Works Department employees lined Gulf of Mexico Drive with American flags Friday to honor the victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11.

Longboat Key
News

Stephanie Hannum
September 11, 2010

RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Chart House

Chart House Restaurant shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Michael Eng
September 10, 2010

Cougars steal thunder in ODA stadium opening

After leading for most of its inaugural game in Thunder Stadium, The Out-of-Door Academy lost 27-25 to Cardinal Mooney High School Sept. 10.

East County
Sports

By Gene Venditti
September 10, 2010

Injuries plague Ranch

With star quarterback Reggie Lindsey sidelined for the next six weeks with a sprained wrist, the Mustangs looked to last week's hero, Jeren Kowalewski, to lead them to victory against Southeast. Kowalewski went down with a ribcage injury at the end of the first quarter, and with him went the game as Southeast blanked Lakewood 28-0. The loss evens the Mustangs record at 1-1.

East County
Sports

Kurt Schultheis
September 10, 2010

Attorney emphasizes Comp Plan changes

Town Attorney David Persson wants the town to ask its citizens what they want to see for the town's future when making amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
September 10, 2010

School board adopts budget, millage increase

Manatee district officials say the budget is as trim as it can get without affecting electives and other programs.

East County
News

Stephanie Hannum
September 10, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: The Salon at St. Armands

After working as a hair stylist for 10 years on St. Armands Circle, Loan Hertzog has opened up her own shop.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
September 10, 2010

Police sign three-year contract

The town of Longboat Key's Police Department union representative signed a three-year contract Thursday at Town Hall.

Longboat Key
News

Pam Eubanks
September 10, 2010

East County remembers 9/11 (WITH VIDEOS)

East County residents and students and faculty at Manatee Technical Institute gathered this morning at MTI to remember the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, as well as the patriotic spirit that swept the nation in the days following.

East County
News

Robin Roy
September 10, 2010

Bus-shelter maker defaults on contract

The city is severing ties with a company that had agreed to make 50 bus shelters for Sarasota but only made 19 in the past 10 years.

Sarasota
News

Pam Eubanks
September 9, 2010

Jensen shares Schroeder-Manatee history

Nearly 300 business professionals came out Wednesday morning to hear Schroeder-Manatee Ranch CEO and President Rex Jensen share about his company and its development of the Lakewood Ranch community. Jensen was the keynote speaker for the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's September Membership Luncheon.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
September 9, 2010

Manatee school board to discuss new budget

The Manatee County School Board is expected to approve its 2010/2011 fiscal year budget at a public hearing at 5:45 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 9, at the School Board of Manatee County, 215 Manatee Ave. W.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
September 9, 2010

STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Knot Awl Beads

Knot Awl Beads isn't your typical bead shop. Not only does the store on Lakewood Ranch Main Street offer a variety of high-quality beads and jewelry making tools, but it also offers jewelry making classes, pre-made jewelry, and an option to have your jewelry designed and made for you.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
September 9, 2010

Report reveals Colony renovation options

A project feasibility report performed by Karins Engineering Group Inc. reveals owners could occupy the units again if they put $600,500 into the dilapidated units.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Roy
September 9, 2010

Restaurateur opposes ice-rink plan

The owner of Bijou Cafe believes a proposed downtown ice rink, which would close First Street for two months, would discourage customers during the height of season.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
September 9, 2010

Cemetery construction delayed

Four disqualified bidders and two protests put a stop to building new facilities at the Sarasota National Cemetery on State Road 72.

Sarasota
News

Loren Mayo
September 9, 2010

Summer splash kicks off school year

Justin Lee Wiesner Preschool and Goldie Feldman Academy, both Temple Beth Sholom schools, celebrated the new school year at their sixth annual Back to School Splash Sunday, Aug. 29, at the YMCA Selby Aquatics Center.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
September 9, 2010

Volunteers needed for Coastal Cleanup

Sarasota County needs volunteers to help beautify the coast and other areas at the 2010 International Coastal Cleanup from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Sept. 25, at various sites from Sarasota Bayfront Park to North Port.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 9, 2010

OUR VIEW: Local boy makes good

Everyone loves that headline. And everyone loves to see stories of achievement like that of Mikel Hollaway, the city of Sarasota's new police chief.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Thomas Sowell
September 9, 2010

EXCERPTS: Thomas Sowell on the mosque

The proposed mosque near where the World Trade Center was attacked and destroyed, along with thousands of American lives, would be a 15-story middle finger to America.

Sarasota
Opinion

Loren Mayo
September 9, 2010

Biggest Loser Sarasota announces winners

The eight qualifying contestants for season two of Biggest Loser Sarasota celebrated their season finale with a party at Gecko's Bar and Grill on Clark Road. Founder and organizer Patti Stanley recognized the top four people as "The Biggest Losers."

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
September 9, 2010

Relax, book a massage and help find a cure for cancer

On Sept. 14, an estimated 620 Massage Envy centers in 42 states will participate in "Massage for the Cure," an annual one-day nationwide fundraiser that has raised more than $1.4 million since its inception five years ago.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
September 9, 2010

Star students get taste of Columbia University

After submitting two letters of recommendation, transcripts and a 500-word essay, Cardinal Mooney High School juniors Lauren Ditaranto and Megan Runge were accepted into a three-week rigorous writing program at Columbia University in New York City.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
September 9, 2010

Business Observer 09.09.10

Willis A. Smith Construction public-relations specialist Elise Lipoff recently received an award for Outstanding Public Relations Program at the Florida Public Relations Association's 2010 Golden Image Awards ceremony, in Naples.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
September 9, 2010

Arlington Park restaurant lot to expand

The owner of Square One Burgers and Bar, which is set to open next month on Tamiami Trail, sought permission from the City Commission to add additional parking next to the restaurant.

Sarasota
News

Robin Roy
September 9, 2010

Roundabout park benches criticized

A group of downtown residents is asking the city of Sarasota to place three park benches that have been planned for the Five Points roundabout elsewhere.

Sarasota
News

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