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  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2010
Benderson brightens retirement community

The Manatee Jewish Housing Council is renaming its Honore Avenue campus as Benderson Village.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2010
Creekwood BP owner battles Deepwater spill stigma

East County resident Kevin Headlee is an independent owner who purchases his gas through a distributor.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 7, 2010
Cops Corner 07.08.10

The suspect(s) entered the liquor store section of the grocery store and selected a bottle of vodka. The suspect(s) rendered a $100 bill as payment. The inexperienced clerk utilized the counterfeit detection pen on the bill, and it did not react to the counterfeit bill.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2010
East County resident pours heart into olive oil business

Palm-Aire resident Kristine Insalaco, a nurse, is taking her passion for Italian olive oil to the East County and rest of the United States.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2010
News Briefs 07.08.10

The Lakewood Ranch Community Coalition will hold a presentation on the concepts of the proposed city charter for Lakewood Ranch during a presentation at 7 p.m., July 14, at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall, 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2010
BUILDING MTI

Fawley Bryant architect Mike Bryant has a special connection to the school.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2010
Restaurateur adds Mexican flavor to Main

Ed's Tavern owner John Breiner will open Eduardo's Cantina the week of July 12.

  • East County
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    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • July 7, 2010
Concession home sells for $1.53M

CRM Florida Properties LLC sold the home at 19451 Ganton Ave. to Henry Sun and Yong Xu, Bradenton, for $1,530,000.

  • East County
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  • July 7, 2010
Business Observer 07.08.10

Neal Communities had 29 closings in the month of June, the third highest month in closings since 1999.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2010
Palm-Aire welcomes golf pro

Last month, Palm-Aire Country Club named Jay Seymour as its new assistant golf professional.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2010
Cal Ripken All-Stars crowned champs

Manatee Cal Ripken Rookie Division's All-Star team competed in the state tourney in Palm Beach Gardens.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2010
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Christian Lowe

The Observer spotlights Braden River Little League slugger Christian Lowe.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2010
SPORTS BRIEFS 07.08.10

The FC Sarasota U17 boys team was recently crowned the champion of the Disney Summer Showcase Tournament June 18-20 in Orlando.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • July 6, 2010
Community Golf Scores 06.17.10 to 06.29.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 6, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty (WITH VIDEO)

After 28 years, Melody Murray has changed the name of her spa boutique to Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty and relocated to South Osprey Avenue.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 6, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Citrus Cafe

Citrus Cafe owner and Executive Chef Mike McCormick shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Michael Eng
  • July 3, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Little Bookworms July 4 Party

Little Bookworms will host a family friendly event beginning at 2 p.m., tomorrow, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 2, 2010
Fireworks boom over the bay (WITH VIDEO)

Mar Vista kicked off this Fourth of July weekend with its second annual "Boom-Boom on the Bay." The BeachHouse will hold its fireworks extravaganza July 3, followed by The Sandbar Restaurant July 4.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 2, 2010
County office to close for July 4 holiday

Trash and recycling pickup will be one day later than usual all next week.

  • East County
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 2, 2010
AAA offers free towing service

The American Automobile Association is offering a free service that will pick up a driver who has had too much to drink as well as the vehicle they are driving.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • July 2, 2010
Sarasota limits government services during holiday

Libraries and SCAT bus service will be among the services affected by the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 2, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Lilly Pulitzer

The Lilly Pulitzer store on St. Armands Circle opened July 2005, but it wasn't the first Sarasota store with the famous designer's name.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 2, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: Fourth of July

The East County Observer caught up with some local residents and employees to see what they have planned for this weekend's holiday.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 2, 2010
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Summer Day Horse Camp

East County children share their thoughts on Rosaire Riding Academy's Summer Day Horse Camp.

  • East County
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 2, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Flag Fest Sarasota

The Downtown Sarasota Alliance and Spotlight Events Entertainment will host Flag Fest Sarasota in celebration of the Fourth of July holiday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 2, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: La Cantina Toscana

La Cantina Toscana General Manager and part owner Joseph Casadonte shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

  • East County
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • July 2, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Longboat Key Fourth of July festivities

Longboat Key has lots of Fourth of July fun in store.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • July 1, 2010
Paddleboarding craze creates major waves in Sarasota

The Sarasota Stand Up Paddleboarding Beach Festival with Ark Paddleboards and Sarasota Paddleboard Co. will be July 17-18.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 1, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Pattigeorge's

Pattigeorge's owners Tommy and Jaymie Klauber share an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • July 1, 2010
Christ church begins construction

The church was issued a building permit Tuesday and began construction today.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 1, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: John Dough Bakery & Cafe

John Dough Bakery & Cafe opened in its new location June 5 in the Shoppes at University Centre.

  • East County
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • July 1, 2010
Mote to release green sea turtle tomorrow

Mate has been a patient at the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital since March, when he was struck by a boat.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • July 1, 2010
Road paved with 40 years of work

For Richard 'Sam' Barlow, the journey to Barlow Boulevard has been 40 years in the making.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • July 1, 2010
Patriotic party

Longboat Key parade will show festive spirit

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • July 1, 2010
Man on the Street: Reactions to the Key Club approval

Longboat Key residents share their reactions to Wednesday's decision.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 1, 2010
It's a go!

Town Commission approves Key Club plan 6-1.

  • Longboat Key
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