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Charles Putrino, Finn Anderson, Antoine Sanchez, Brandon Lup and Gabriel von Kessel, pictured with coach Holly Holton, won district and regional titles this season before finishing second in the state in Class 4A. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 12, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

The Riverview boys tennis team rallied to a Class 4A state runner-up finish April 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A group of town officials and Key residents are working to create a list of questions that will be used to find out what the town wants and where it’s headed.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 13, 2013
Town Provides Consultant Draft Questions

Town Manager Dave Bullock facilitated a town working group meeting Monday that got together to create a list of questions it expects a consultant to answer later this year.

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Jim Novacek submitted this photo, taken near the Beachcomber.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 10, 2013
Weather photo: Longboat Key

Jim Novacek submitted this week's weather photo, taken near the Beachcomber.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 23, 2010
In Brief

Community News and Notes

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 23, 2010
Ranch Main fired up for barbecue cook-off

The event will start at 4 p.m., June 26. Voting for your favorite barbecue will last until about 7 p.m.

  • East County
  • News
Tropical Storm Hermine spurs state of emergency declaration from Florida Gov. Rick Scott.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 31, 2016
Gov. Scott declares state of emergency as Tropical Storm Hermine forms

Longboat Key personnel prepping for 3 to 5 inches of rain

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dale Orlando wants to secure a place in her neighborhood where her dog, Shadow, can run free with other dogs from the area.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 15, 2016
Gillespie Park lobbies for paw park

After five years of asking for a dog-friendly area in Gillespie Park, Dale Orlando is close to making her vision a reality.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 18, 2009
PLAYOFF PREPARATION

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and The Out-of-Door Academy will all begin their playoff runs Nov. 20.

  • East County
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Paul Barbosa finishes the swimming portion during the Siesta Key Triathlon.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 28, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 7.28.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of July 28.

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  • Neighbors
Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • January 16, 2013
Social Studies: Lee Peterson

Lee Peterson's story could only have happened in Sarasota, where she moved with her husband, the late J. Robert Peterson, around 1993 ...

  • Arts + Culture
Gulfstream Avenue will act as an outdoor gallery showcasing original work including painting, jewelry, sculpting, photography, woodwork more. (Courtesy Photo)
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • January 17, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sarasota Winter Fine Art Festival

The show has been rated one of the top 100 fine art festivals nationwide and hosts hundreds of artists from around the country.

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File photo
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 31, 2016
Grand Bay condominium sells for $675,000

The condominium has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,270 square feet of living area.

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  • Real Estate
Devito's house at the end of Baywinds Lane, devastated by the tornado.
  • By Jack Short |
  • January 17, 2016
Tornado destroys home, damages others near Stickney Point Road

No major injuries were reported, but responders rescued two people trapped in a collapsed home on Baywinds Lane.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Excelsior's bayside  pool area and pergola show damage from the  tornado.
  • By Kat Wingert |
  • January 17, 2016
Condo bears brunt of Siesta tornado

The Excelsior condominiums at 6263 Midnight Pass sustained the worst damage from a tornado that touched down around 3:15 a.m. Sunday.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Out-of-Door Academy campus on Siesta Key became waterfront property following intense rainfall.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 3, 2015
This week in history 9.3.15

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

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  • Neighbors
New Lakewood Ranch coach Christopher Culton spearheaded the effort to upgrade the Mustangs' helmets.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 16, 2018
Mustangs coach tackles concussions

New helmet technology provided by Riddell's InSite Training Tool (ITT) will allow the Lakewood Ranch High football program to monitor each player for head injuries.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cecilia Ziano
  • By June LeBell |
  • April 11, 2016
Music review: La Musica Program III

La Musica offers a satisfying afternoon of chamber music

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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 16, 2010
Town launches tax receipt program

Longboat Key now allows Key business owners to pay for their annual business tax receipts online.

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  • News
Courtesy photo.  Puppies from  Acadiana Animal Aid in Louisiana have been transferred to the Humane Society of Sarasota County.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 30, 2016
Humane Society takes in dogs from Louisiana floods

A total of 30 dogs have been taken in by the Humane Society of Sarasota County to help shelter partners in Louisiana cope with the floods.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • October 14, 2009
Foreclosure proceedings threaten San Marco shops

Three leased units in San Marco are under foreclosure. However, the plaza and its merchants remain open for business. Gary Moyer, owner of the properties, said he also is working with investors to pay off his debts.

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