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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 2, 2010
ASSESSMENT

The Braden River High football team wrapped up its spring season with a 42-21 loss to Riverview May 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 16, 2010
Halfacre Construction celebrates 40 years

The company, now owned by Jack Cox, constructed many of the buildings in Lakewood Ranch Corporate Park and other areas in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 24, 2010
Dr. Kay Glasser remembered (UPDATED)

The co-founder of the Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center died Monday after a brief illness.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 30, 2010
Cal Ripken All-Stars begin 2010 season

The Manatee Cal Ripken 12U All-Stars competed in the District 15 tourney last week in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 23, 2010
Miracle League builds a dream

The non-profit organization celebrated the official launch of its new baseball facility for children with special needs.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 12, 2010
Ranch couple dedicates new home to guide dogs

Chris and Lynn McNamee are opening their home in The Lake Club as a fundraiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 9, 2010
The swan caretaker

David Novak remains dedicated to his duty of caring for the Harbour Links family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • June 9, 2010
Sarasota 'nomad' publishes essay from the heart

Kim Bass, a technical writer by trade, got personal about her 2005 trip to Uganda in a story published this month in the Random House anthology, 'Female Nomad and Friends.'

  • Arts + Culture
This is one of the only photos Anne Armour ever allowed us to print of her. Anne, seated at right, surrounded by friends and family, circa 2000.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • February 29, 2012
Observed: In loving memory: Anne Armour

I don't want to write this. Anne Armour, formerly of Spooner, Wis., and longtime and beloved East County Observer columnist, died Feb. 20, 2012. She was 68 years old.

  • East County
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  • By Bonnie Silvestri |
  • July 30, 2012
Notes from a Virgin Vegan, Part Four: What's next?

Notes from a Virgin Vegan, Part Four: What's next?

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Dr. Alfredo Giangreco, right, and Dr. Federico Frias, behind, said they are excited the hospital will have pediatric emergency room doctor.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 8, 2012
Hospital to add pediatrics unit

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center will soon have a designated pediatric physician working in its emergency room, and will add a six-bed pediatric unit.

  • East County
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  • By Bonnie Silvestri |
  • July 23, 2012
Notes from a Virgin Vegan, Part Three: the Next Generation

Notes from a Virgin Vegan, Part Three: the Next Generation

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"I feel like TV has taken a lot away from what we do," Elayne Kramer says. "I don't think people realize how much time and dedication goes into learning an act. It's live. You've got to get it right the first time."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • July 11, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: Twisted sister

Circus Sarasota contortionist Elayne Kramer is wowing audiences with her flexibility. The sixth-generation circus performer shares the secrets to her bendable bod.

  • Arts + Culture
Pam Nadalini refused to sign the evaluation that listed her management skills as "Below Expectations," choosing, instead, to write a two-page letter to Turner dated Monday, July 2, detailing her concerns with the low marks she received.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 4, 2012
Turner gives Nadalini poor evaluation

Sarasota City Auditor and Clerk Pamela Nadalini refused to sign an evaluation Commissioner Terry Turner submitted last month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Much of Jill Polk's inspiration and motivation over the years has come from her voice teacher, Betty Silberman, with whom she has trained since the third grade.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 21, 2012
Teen Idol: Jill Polk

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High freshman Jill Polk is Sarasota's newest idol.

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  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • June 27, 2012
Scene & Heard

Cigar-box guitar craze spawns a band; Jack Perkins' 'Journal' goes off the air; City Commission approves 'Complexus' purchase

  • Arts + Culture
Barb Alexander fell in love with polo after her husband, George, began playing.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 7, 2012
Lakewood Ranch resident celebrates 70th birthday with polo

Lakewood Ranch resident Barb Alexander will celebrate her 70th birthday playing polo March 10, at the Sarasota Polo Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
"It's a good thing and a curse, too," says WBTT house manager Myllanna McKinnon of the troupe's close-knit vibe. "Sometimes you can get too comfortable. It's good for performers to go out and experience how other theaters are run."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • March 7, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: Woman of the House

The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's house manager may be easygoing and hospitable, but that doesn't mean she takes kindly to spilled wine and late arrivals.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • March 7, 2012
Asolo Repertory Theatre Announces its 2012-2013 Season

Asolo Repertory Theatre Announces its 2012-2013 Season

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 30, 2012
Circle officials bemoan lack of service

St. Armands Circle officials warn city staff that the lack of basic services is starting to affect the Circle's overall appearance as a major tourism destination.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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