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Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Briefs 2.25.10

Community news and notes

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 24, 2010

Group seeks pirate's life for statue

The Historical Society wants to locate a permanent home for the statue that welcomed guests to The Buccaneer Inn.

Longboat Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
February 24, 2010

Camera system considered

Longboat Police Chief Al Hogle is investigating a license-plate recognition system that could help locate stolen cars and wanted persons entering or exiting the Key.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Our view: Four commissioners want it

Watching the Key Club process is frustrating, often excruciating - for everyone. And some deal with it better than others (Ahem, Commissioner Peter O'Connor).

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Michael Welly
February 24, 2010

My view: Longboat Key Club's continuance necessary

I would like to take this opportunity to address the Longboat Key Club's request for a continuance regarding its Islandside redevelopment application, which has caused a further delay in the Town Commission hearings.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Kurt Schultheis
February 24, 2010

Club seeks code amendments

A decision by Longboat Key Club and Resort officials to seek amendments to the town's zoning code would further delay its Islandside application.

Longboat Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
February 24, 2010

Police union raises wage issue

The town's labor attorney said the town is in no position to offer wage increases to police officers as part of a new three-year contract.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 24, 2010

Church shows mercy in St. Mary's case

Former St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church office assistant Margaret Carroll was sentenced to house arrest and probation for grand-theft charges.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Greyhound rescue to host performance

The Gilley Girls, a performance troupe comprising former racing greyhounds, will perform at Racing Dog Rescue Project's Open House and Fundraiser from 1-4 p.m., Feb. 28, at the organization, 1801 Verna Road.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

LECOM students earn scholarships

Two Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton students received top honors at the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association's 107th annual conference Feb. 18-21 in Ft. Lauderdale.

East County
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
February 24, 2010

IDA moves forward with irrigation study

Lakewood Ranch CDD supervisors learned water could be coming in and out of the district without being metered.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 24, 2010

Filmmakers complete 'Payton's Song'

A documentary on the East County's beloved Payton Wright, a 5-year-old who died of brain cancer, may be featured in this year's Sarasota Film Festival.

Arts + Culture

Pam Eubanks
February 24, 2010

Ranch's renting dilemma

One resident said his condo association's policy is making it difficult for him to find a tenant for his Lakewood home.

East County
News

Jen Blanco
February 24, 2010

Teenager's aim triggers state accolades

Panther Ridge resident Laura Headlee, 15 has won the Florida State Shooting Championship five times for cowboy action shooting.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
February 24, 2010

East squads in starting blocks for new season

ODA opened its season Feb. 20, while Braden River and Lakewood will open their seasons tomorrow at the Bobcat Relays in North Port.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
February 24, 2010

Athlete of the Week: Courtney Mirabella

The Observer spotlights Braden River High freshman Courtney Mirabella.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
February 24, 2010

Former Pirate leads Lakewood to victory

Lakewood sophomore Huntyre Elling, who played for Braden River last year, pitched a shutout over her former teammates Feb. 19.

East County
Sports

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Cops Corner 02.25.10

Unknown person(s) chipped away about a two-inch piece of wood from the front door of the residence. The wood was chipped away near the deadbolt lock area, but entry into the home wasn't made.

East County
Cops Corner

Pam Eubanks
February 24, 2010

Ranch casts line for area anglers

The LWR Community Activities Youth Fishing Tournament will take place Feb. 27.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 24, 2010

MTI Foundation hosts fundraiser

The event will raise money to provide scholarships for students.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
February 24, 2010

Homes Sweet Homes

The annual Parade of Homes features model homes throughout Manatee and Sarasota counties, including several in Lakewood Ranch and other East County communities.

East County
News

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Birth Announcements 02.25.10

Congratulations to the East County parents who celebrated recent births. The East County Observer will publish birth announcements each month. To have your listing included, please e-mail your information to Executive Editor Michael Eng, [email protected].

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Business Observer 02.25.10

Jason's deli opened its new location off University Parkway last week.

East County
News

Adam Hughes
February 24, 2010

Ranch Country Club home sells for $1.2M

Wayne and Shelly Jones of Belleville, Mich., sold their home at 13603 Blythefield Terrace to David and Brenda Maraman, Bradenton, for $1.2 million.

East County
Real Estate

Kurt Schultheis
February 24, 2010

Brenner: Commission lacks leadership

The Islander Club resident thinks the commission doesn't do enough to help businesses revitalize aging commercial properties and has no leadership skills.

Longboat Key
News

Kurt Schultheis
February 24, 2010

O'Connor has more to accomplish

The current District 3 commissioner and retired naval officer wants to oversee Longboat's next beach-renourishment project and help the north end keep its beach.

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Cops Corner 02.25.10

A woman turned in half of a pair of dentures that she found on the shore. The dentures had barnacle growth on them and appeared to have been in the Gulf for a while.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Dora Walters
February 24, 2010

Pets unleash inner desires

For the Kibbles 'N' Nibbles event, proud pet owners brought their dogs and cats to meet an animal communicator.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kurt Schultheis
February 24, 2010

Contribution update for candidates

With less than a month to go until the town's Tuesday, March 16 municipal election, campaign contributions are mounting. Listed below are the names of contributors to general election candidates through Feb. 5, as well as candidates' expenditures. Contributions and expenditures are listed for all contested races on the Key - at-large race between incumbent Commissioner Hal Lenobel and Phil Younger; District 1 race between incumbent Mayor Lee Rothenberg and Lynn Larson; and District 3 race between incumbent Commissioner Peter O'Connor and David Brenner.

Longboat Key
News

Robin Hartill
February 24, 2010

Full Circle

Even when times are tight, businesses continue to come to St. Armands Circle to take advantage of the shopping district's world-class reputation. Here's a look at businesses that have opened on the Circle since October.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Building Permits

These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Feb. 12 through Feb. 18, in order of dollar amounts. (GMD = Gulf of Mexico Drive)

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Kent Chetlain
February 24, 2010

The Observer's real-estate writer bids au revoir

After 28 years, real-estate columnist Kent Chetlain signs off with a look at his life.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

Robin Hartill
February 24, 2010

Organic Living Fair will help green lifestyles grow

According to Grant's Gardens and WaterWise Solutions owner Grant Beatt, property managers and residents face a number of problems when it comes to sustainable landscaping and water conservation.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Donna Swan
February 24, 2010

Deal Us In

Winning Play

Longboat Key
News

Observer Staff
February 24, 2010

Wave of Gratitude

Gil Weiner submitted this sunset photo taken on Bradenton Beach. 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

Pam Eubanks
February 23, 2010

School Board donates $37,000 for Haitian relief efforts

District officials presented a check to the American Red Cross' Manatee County chapter at a meeting Feb. 22.

East County
Schools

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