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Jen Blanco
November 19, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 19, 2014

Cougar inks with Griffins

Cardinal Mooney High senior Caroline Krupa will play lacrosse for Seton Hill University in Pennsylvania next year.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 19, 2014

Visit YourObserver.com to submit your local weather photos. Each weekly winner will be entered into a monthly drawing for a $25 gift card. One grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 flooring makeover.*

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Amanda Morales
November 18, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Mary Fran Carroll Portrait Unveiling

Guests raised a glass for a portrait unveiling of the late Mary Fran Carroll on Tuesday evening at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch.

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Amanda Morales
November 15, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: 2014 Crystal Classic

The sand was flying at the Siesta Key Crystal Classic sand sculpting competition on Saturday at Siesta Beach.

Siesta Key
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Amanda Morales
November 14, 2014

WEEKEND BEST BET: Siesta Key Crystal Classic

Watch the soft sands of Siesta Beach transform in masterpieces by the shore for the Siesta Key Crystal Classic this weekend.

Siesta Key
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Jen Blanco
November 13, 2014

Going out in style

Senior Karan Higdon scored four touchdowns versus rival Sarasota in his final game for the Rams.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 13, 2014

Flower friends

The local chapter of Ikebana International, a group dedicated to the art of Japanese flower arranging, hosted the program 'Florida Style Ikebana,' Monday, at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 13, 2014

JFCS hosts healing lecture

Jewish Family and Children's Services hosted the 10th annual Grace Rosen Magill Memorial Lecture Program Monday, at The Francis.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 13, 2014

Work of Art

Sarasota's art community suffered a loss Nov. 7 with the death of local gallery owner Allyn Gallup.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 13, 2014

High Five Moments of the Week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
November 13, 2014

Football Friday

The Observer recaps the week in football.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 13, 2014

Sidelines

Sarasota girls win regional crown; Rams dominate in the pool at championships; Riverview cross-country teams headed to state meet

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 13, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Visit YourObserver.com to submit your local weather or nature-related photos. Weekly winners will be entered into a monthly drawing for a $25 gift card. Grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 flooring makeover.*

Sarasota
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Robin Hartill
November 12, 2014

This year's "It's Read Everywhere" contest winners are ...

We took some incredible journeys across seven continents during the 2014 'It's Read Everywhere' contest.

Sarasota
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Amanda Morales
November 11, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Veterans Day Parade

From Osprey Avenue to JD Hamel Park, Main Street was lined with supporters and veterans to honor military personal for the Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday.

Sarasota
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Amanda Morales
November 10, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Marine Corps Birthday Luncheon

Sarasota veterans and enlisted Marines gathered to celebrate the 239th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. on Monday, at Marina Jack.

Sarasota
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Amanda Morales
November 9, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Bowls of Hope

The weather was just right for cozying up with a bowl or two of soup at the All Faiths Food Bank Bowls of Hope event on Sunday at Phillippi Estate Park.

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Amanda Morales
November 9, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Emanu-El Challah Workshop

Women from the Temple Emanu-El congregation gathered for a workshop to learn how to bake traditional challah bread on Sunday.

Sarasota
News

Amanda Morales
November 9, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Art of Food Festival

The Junior League of Sarasota hosted the first Art of Food Festival with dishes inspired by the arts of Sarasota on Saturday, Nov. 8 at The Francis ballroom.

Sarasota
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Amanda Morales
November 8, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota vs. Riverview Tailgate

Alumni and parents from Sarasota High School and Riverview High School hosted a tailgate before the rivalry football game on Friday, Nov. 7 at Gateway Bank.

Sarasota
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Amanda Morales
November 7, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY:Republican Women's Club Luncheon

The Republican Women's Club of Sarasota wrapped up the midterm elections with a luncheon on Friday at Michael's On East.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 6, 2014

Preschoolers on parade

The St. Boniface Episcopal Church Preschool held a Halloween parade for its costumed cuties Oct. 31.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 6, 2014

Share your thoughts with us

The Observer is holding Town Hall forums in each of the communities we serve to gain valuable feedback from our readers.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 6, 2014

Kickin' it old school

This blast from the past made an appearance at the Booker High School Throwback Thursday spirit day for Homecoming week.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 6, 2014

Training transition

Riverview High senior Jessica Lonas finished second at the Class 4A-District 8 meet Oct. 29, crossing the finish line in 19 minutes, 30.50 seconds.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 6, 2014

High Five Moments of the Week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 6, 2014

Lady Sailors' season ends in region semis

The Sarasota High volleyball team saw its season come to an end with a 3-1 loss to Lakewood Ranch in the Class 7A-Region 3 semifinals Nov. 4.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
November 6, 2014

Football friday

The Observer recaps the week in football.

Sarasota
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Amanda Sebastiano
November 6, 2014

Pine View students foster hope with donation drive

The basic essentials of socks and underwear can be taken for granted when access is as easy as a trip to the store. But for the children who are taken into foster care - sometimes in the middle of the night - that isn't always the case.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 6, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Sarasota
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Amanda Morales
November 6, 2014

School board

Do you have school news you'd like to share? Email Staff Writer Amanda Morales at [email protected].

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Observer Staff
November 5, 2014

October Photo Contest Winners

Congratulations to the October winners of our photo contest!

Longboat Key
News

Amanda Morales
November 5, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Wednesday Downtown Farmers Market

The Downtown Farmers Market brought out familiar vendors and customers for the midweek market on Wednesdays at the Five Points Park.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
November 5, 2014

Observer Town Hall forum takes place tomorrow night

Through January, editors from the Observer newspapers will host a series of town hall meetings to listen to readers and engage with the communities we cover.

Siesta Key
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Jen Blanco
November 5, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Class 7A-Region 3 semifinal volleyball

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team defeated Sarasota 25-14, 24-26, 25-14, 25-20 in the Class 7A-Region 3 semifinals Nov. 4. With the win, the Lady Mustangs will host Fort Myers in the regional finals Nov. 8.

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