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  • Loren Mayo
  • March 4, 2010
World War II B-25 bomber offers flights for locals

Come and fly with Lt. Col. Richard E. Cole and the crew of Panchito, the B-25J Mitchell twin-engine bomber made famous during the Doolittle Tokyo Raid April 18, 1942, when the first bombs were dropped on Japan during World War II.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • March 4, 2010
Blackburn Point Park begins to take shape

After two years, Sarasota County is moving closer to beginning construction on the additional 11 acres of land it intends to combine with Blackburn Point Parks's original five acres.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 4, 2010
Cops Corner 03.04.10

Parallel parking. The complainant called police to report a man lying down in a parking spot on the street. It was not revealed if he was doubled parked.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 4, 2010
Siesta Key home sells for $1.2 million

A home in Sarasota Beach tops all real-estate transactions for the week of Feb. 3 to Feb. 9. LandMark Bank Florida sold the home at 168 Island Circle to Susan and Donald Maier, trustees, for $1.19 million.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Donna Swan
  • March 4, 2010
Deal Us In

A stitch in time

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Michael Eng
  • March 3, 2010
Detectives make arrest in Lichon murder

Jose Luis Marrero, 34, was charged in the shooting death of Lauren Lichon, 23, Wednesday at the Manatee County Courthouse while he was attending a hearing on an unrelated charge.

  • East County
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • March 3, 2010
Chocoholics unite to devour chocolate creations

Chocolate lovers are invited to attend the biggest bash of chocolate this Sunday at Michael's On East.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 3, 2010
Waldroup named team member of the year

Public Works Department employee Don Waldroup was selected by his co-workers as team member of the year last week.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 3, 2010
Candidates debate issues

A forum held Tuesday, March 2, in the cultural media room of the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, allowed leaders of community groups and the approximately 60 people in attendance to ask questions of the commission candidates vying for three commission seats.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 3, 2010
Chabad enjoys African Purim

Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch went on an African safari for its Purim Around the World fest Feb. 28.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 3, 2010
Creekwood installs veterans memorial

However, some residents say the funds being used to build the memorial would be better spent on other necessities.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 3, 2010
Ranch Key Club pitches tents for second Campout for a Cause

The club will host the fundraising effort for six local charities this weekend. Twelve bands will be performing at the event.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 3, 2010
Benderson seeks identity for University corridor

The developer hopes a master signage plan along I-75 and University Parkway will help put Manatee County -- and its shopping plazas - on the map for travelers.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 3, 2010
Cops Corner 03.04.10

The complainant reported someone drove in circles on the grass. He estimated the cost to replace the damaged sod to be between $600 and $800. There are no known suspects or witnesses.

  • East County
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    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 3, 2010
Panther Ridge home sells for $480,000

John and Jayne Parrott, Bradenton, sold their home at 6910 197th St. E. to Bruce Bottorff and Kimberley Tussinger, Palmetto, for $480,000.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 3, 2010
Business Observer 03.04.10

Lakewood Ranch-based homebuilder Neal Communities has closed 47 contracts since the beginning of the year -- including four for more than $1 million -- the company reported this week.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 3, 2010
East County teens skate to states

The Manatee County hockey team finished its season with a 20-1-1 record, earning the top seed in the Central Division. The team will now compete for the Central Division Championship March 5-6 in Brandon.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • March 3, 2010
U14 girls kick it into high gear

The Braden River Soccer Club's U14 girls maroon team was recently selected to represent Florida in the Region 3 Premier League.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 3, 2010
Athlete of the Week: Michelle Ramos

The Observer spotlights ODA tennis standout Michelle Ramos.

  • East County
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 3, 2010
Pension board stalemate ends

Longboat Key Fire Rescue Lt. Michael Murphy will retain his seat on the pension board after a Key resident voted for him to keep his seat for another two-year term.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 3, 2010
Code review request granted

The Planning and Zoning board will now review portions of the town's zoning code that relate to the Longboat Key Club and Resort's Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
The Islander Club displays artistic talent

On Feb. 18, a wine-and-cheese reception was held at The Islander Club, which gave residents the chance to view artwork created by Islander Club artists.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Longboat resident celebrates 90 years

Anna Hlywa, mother of Whitney Beach Deli & Wines owner Andrew Hlywa, celebrated her 90th birthday on Thursday, Feb. 25.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Chamber members offer early-voting transportation

The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce has announced that it will help residents to cast their ballots early by arranging for transportation for those who want to vote early in person.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
For his 75th birthday, Carey receives a huge celebration

Beach Harbor Club resident Steve Carey celebrated big at Tiny's of Longboat Key in honor of his 75th birthday Feb. 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Correction: Harry's benefit takes place March 10

The next Harry's wine tasting event will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, to benefit Mote Marine Dolphin & Whale Hospital and Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Good causes never go out of style on Longboat

Approximately 200 women gathered Feb. 25, at Michael's On East to celebrate the 130th birthday of ORT, an organization that provides education and training opportunities in more than 60 countries.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Johnson receives award for picture-perfect scene

Longboat Key resident and photographer Mary Lou Johnson received a Merit Award Thursday, Feb. 25, at the 2010 Meadows Photographic Competition for her photo, 'Mystic Morning.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • March 3, 2010
Pick enjoys low-key birthday celebration

The Rev. Edward Pick, pastor emeritus of St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church, celebrated his birthday Feb. 21.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Kiwanis Club strives to fill donation boxes

This year, the Longboat Key group hopes to collect about 2,000 pounds of food during its Spring Food Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
Residents seek to bury pirate statue plans

Dream Island Road residents oppose plans to move the old Buccaneer Inn statue.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 3, 2010
Our view: Forward Vision

Our view: Forward Vision

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 3, 2010
Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 3, 2010
Cops Corner

Feb. 19 Night-light questioned 1:38 a.m. - 500 block of Sutton Place. Security Check. A woman called police to report there was a light on inside her home that she did not remember turning on before she left the house. Police checked out her home before she entered it and deemed it safe.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 3, 2010
Contribution update for candidates

With just 12 days to go until the town's Tuesday, March 16 municipal election, campaign contributions and expenses continue to climb for most candidates.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 3, 2010
SYC to begin moving into its new clubhouse

The yacht club could begin the move as early as March 4. The final touches for the facility will be finished in April.

  • Longboat Key
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