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Literacy Council of Sarasota Board President Vincente Medine with LCS Executive Director Tom Melville
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 22, 2019
The new word on the street in Sarasota

The 12th Literacy Matters Luncheon took place on Feb. 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • February 22, 2019
Allegiant launches first of nine new destinations from Sarasota today

Flights to Baltimore and Asheville, N.C., precede seven more new flights in April.

  • Sarasota
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Phillippe Diederich, also known professionally as Danny Lopez, set his latest novel "The Last Breath" on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 22, 2019
Author sets a mystery book on Siesta Key

"The Last Breath" author will be available to meet on Feb. 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Michael and Terri Klauber.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 22, 2019
Michael's on East receives its 29th four-diamond rating

The restaurant was rated for service, food and decor by AAA.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 21, 2019
Beachplace residents treated to musical evening

On Feb. 21, Connie Scardelli performed "Guys and Dolls" for 70 Beachplace residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
People watch as Suzy Brenner explains how partnership came to be.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 21, 2019
Medical partnership fills void in Longboat Key

Vaiety of services in one stop

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. El Shahawy holding a large heart model.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 21, 2019
Understanding heart rate and health

If heart rate readings seem like a jumble of numbers, cardiologist El Shahawy is here to help dispel your confusion and arm you with knowledge.

  • Sarasota
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Amber Schrag helped carry the Sarasota Christian girls basketball team. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 21, 2019
Under-appreciated athletes of the winter sports season

Under-appreciated athletes of the winter sports season include people from Sarasota High, Riverview High, Sarasota Military Academy, Sarasota Christian and Cardinal Mooney High.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Senior forward Kaitlin Bell had eight point against Jefferson High.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 21, 2019
Booker girls basketball is one win from the final four

One win from the final four, Booker High girls basketball is playing as a unit under Shantia Grace.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 21, 2019
Longboat Key weather page photo: Feb. 21

Stan Singer captured the sunshine breaking through the clouds near Beachplace.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 21, 2019
East County weather page photo: Feb. 21

Bruce Silverman photographed these flowers in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 21, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: Feb. 21

Jeannie Sparks photographed this brightly colored roseate spoonbill at Celery Fields.

  • Sarasota
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The home at 7208 Point of Rocks Road recently sold for $5 million. The parcel has two properties, the first built in 1930 and the second property built in 2013.Â
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 21, 2019
Point of Rocks properties sell for $5 million

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 4-8.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Kat Wingert
  • February 21, 2019
Why we protect our content online

Information on the internet lasts forever, which is a good reason not to rewrite history.

  • Sarasota
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In addition to the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, the Sarasota Orchestra uses spaces such as the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for performances, which can make scheduling a challenge, officials say.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 21, 2019
Orchestra prepares update on venue search

The Sarasota Orchestra wants to build a new music hall within the city, but any specific sites under consideration remain unknown.

  • Sarasota
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After asking students and faculty for input on the master plan, Ringling College officials intend to discuss any changes with residents living near the north Sarasota campus.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 21, 2019
After growth, Ringling College updates master plan

School officials are taking stock of changes that have taken place on-campus in the past few years as they plan for the future.

  • Sarasota
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Businesses such as Kawha Coffee have voluntarily switched to paper straws, but city officials are concerned about the costs associated with more stringent regulations.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 21, 2019
City considers new rules on plastics

Before moving forward with new regulations, officials want to examine how any changes might affect businesses.

  • Sarasota
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Kathy Fraley and Jennifer Grondahl
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 20, 2019
Sarasota Chamber swings into spring training

The Baltimore Orioles and the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce celebrated the beginning of spring training.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 20, 2019
Seaplace takes in cabaret show

Marcy Downey performed a medley of songs by musical legends on Feb. 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 20, 2019
Christ Church talks about its missions

More than 100 church members gathered for a barbecue dinner Feb. 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Ohana estate at 6633 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 20, 2019
Ohana returns to market with lower price

Ohana has three pavilions, a tennis court, motor court and swimming pool

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Commissioner Jim Brown leading efforts to fund Arts, Culture and Education Center
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 20, 2019
Brown: Longboat theater talk is encouraging

Commissioner works to find new strategies to raising $18 million privately for art center project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By A.G. Lafley
  • February 20, 2019
My View: We have come a long way on Bayfront

Thanks to the voices of 50,000 individuals and the efforts of volunteers, The Bay park initiative is on the verge of a remarkable, first-of-its-kind achievement for the city of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Tom Freiwald
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 20, 2019
Longboat group likes the idea of water quality summit

Summit plan is still in its infancy. Could be held in April

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The recreation center was donated by Murf Klauber.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 20, 2019
Concept for a new rec center comes together

Goal is to get center concept plan approved this year

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Elementary students from all over the county come to check out the aquadome at Riverview High School.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 20, 2019
Riverview High project hooks fans of the undersea world

Students learn about research and marine biology while raising all sorts of marine life.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sergeant Duane Oakes (left), Officer Riccardo Erbacci (middle) and Sergeant Steve Kim (right). Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 20, 2019
Former Chicago officer joins Sarasota County Schools Police Department

According to SCSPD Police Chief Tim Enos, Riccardo Erbacci immediately applied for a position with the Sarasota County Schools Police Department upon being certified by the state.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rifka Glatz, a holocaust survivor, speaks to a crowd of students at Braden River Middle School.
    By
  • Andrew Atkins
  • February 20, 2019
Braden River students hear somber lessons of Holocaust

The story Rifka Glatz shared with students at Braden River Middle School recently was deeply personal and moving. She shared how she survived the Holocaust.

  • East County
  • Schools
The Paradise Center hosts a variety of activities, currently at Temple Beth Israel. Cheryl Kaiser teaches yoga for seniors Tuesdays at the Paradise Center.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • February 20, 2019
Partnership brings medical suite to Longboat

The new facility will emphasize wellness

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 20, 2019
Longboat Key Garden Club Home Tour to showcase seven houses

The annual Home Tour will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 2.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A longboat Key condominium at 2141 Gulf of Mexico Drive recently sold for for $3,362,500. Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 3,400 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $2.6 million in 2002.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 20, 2019
Longboat Key condominium sells for $3,362,500

Residential real estate transactions for Feb.4-8.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
A home in Greenbrook Village at 14819 Bowfin Terrace recently sold for $752,000. Built in 2007, it has five bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,050 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $570,000 in 2013.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 20, 2019
Greenbrook Village home tops sales at $752,000

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 4-8.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • February 20, 2019
Continue Mote's legacy

A vote to allow seven residential units will mean more money for local charities.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The city has not discussed future plans for the pavilion, though residents have pushed to keep the property low-key and under city control.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 20, 2019
City hits reset on Lido pavilion redevelopment

The city will pay more than $206,000 to part ways with a private group selected to operate the Lido Beach pool and pavilion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dan and Victoria Van Dine collectively lost 80 pounds at a concept similar to their X30 Fit Bootcamp studio. They believe group fitness and working with a personal trainer helps produce the best results.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 20, 2019
X marks the healthy spot

X30 Fit Bootcamp opens in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Early temple leaders at the congregation's groundbreaking in May 1983. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 20, 2019
Temple Beth Israel reflects on 40 years

The temple has become the center for Jewish living on Longboat Key with educational programming for all.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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