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Hurricane EARL Public Advisory Number 36

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:55:32 -0400

Issued at 500 AM EDT FRI SEP 03 2010

Hurricane EARL Forecast/Advisory Number 36

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:49:29 -0400

Issued at 0900 UTC FRI SEP 03 2010

SP Council Chair Curran still hospitalized

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:54:51 -0400

On Monday St. Petersburg City Council Chairperson Leslie Curran was hospitalized after a bicycling accident. At a regular council meeting today, Council member Herb Polson said he will be acting chair until Curran returns

St. Pete to add optional curbside recycling for a price

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:54:48 -0400

Being green hasn’t been easy for those living in St. Petersburg, where most residents have to sort, then lug their recyclables to a recycling center. Today, that changed. The city will soon offer curbside recycling – for a fee.It was a unanimous decision, which St.

Backers of Amendment Four: Florida Hometown Democracy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:54:45 -0400

Good afternoon, welcome to Radioactivity. I’m Rob Lorei. Coming up today we’ll hear about Hometown Democracy—it’s on the ballot this November and it’s backers say it’s a way for Floridians to curb the sprawling development that’s spoiled much of Florida’s natural beauty.This November Florida voters will decide on proposed Amendment Four to Florida’s Constitution.

McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, 9/2/2010, 7:30 pm

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:14:08 -0400

Reminder from: SarasotaVoices Yahoo! Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SarasotaVoices/cal McCurdy's Comedy Theatre Thursday September 2, 2010 7:30 pm - 9:00

The La France Area Neighbors Gathering starts a Neighborhood Garden

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:21:05 -0400

There’s something metaphorical about a neighborhood organic garden and an organic community of neighbors, isn’t there? Synthetic fertilizers effectively increase the yield of a garden initially, long term use will destroy the microbial life in the soil. The motto of the organic farmer is, “Feed the soil and let the soil feed the plant.” So [...]

Christmas In July (In September)-The Thirty-First Day

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:20:35 -0400

Well, here we are, the last day of the 'month'. I thought it would never get here. As is my tradition, I like to share New Years songs with you on the last day of the month, so that's what you get tonight. I'm sure you'll enjoy them all just as much as all the Christmas stuff I've already doled out. Well, maybe not this first track. It's a radio commercial by Henry Morgan called New Year's Resolution from the LP The Best Of Henry Morgan 1946-47 (Command Performance Records LP-2, Mono). I had hoped it would be a little funny skit, but it's just a slightly humorous ad for some brand of razor. Oh, well, live and learn. Next up, and infinitely more interesting is Let Us All Sing Auld Lang Syne by Fred Waring And His Pennsylvanians from Alma Mater Memories (Capitol ST1949, Stereo, 1963). Nice little song here. And lastly, I've got four different versions of Auld Lang Syne, which pales in comparison to the sixteen (!) versions I gave you back in 2008, but it's still not too shabby. Version one is by The Ferko String Band Under The Direction Of Capt. Joseph A. Ferko from the LP The Ferko String Band Volume No. 3 (Regent MG 6085, Mono). Version two is performed on a Swiss Coffin Music Box, from an album I've shared from earlier this year, The Story Of The Music Box (Book Records 10" Collector's Series #1011, Mono, 1952). Version three is a short one from Irving Fields And His Trio and their album Year Round Party Fun (Oceanic OCP 511, Mono). I think we've heard from Irving Fields already this year (and last!). Version four is by the great Pete King Orchestra And Chorale, the album is Songs To Celebrate (Kapp KS-3284, Stereo, 1962). This is a great companion to their Christmas LP. And there you have it, six tracks to help you ring in the new year. Here's the download link, don't party too hard at midnight tonight.

CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE HOLDS MEETING

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:16:14 -0400

The Charter Review Committee will hold a meeting Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 6 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 1565 First Street. The Committee will discuss the following Articles of the Charter: Article V.

Charter Review Committee Holds Meeting

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:14:01 -0400

CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE HOLDS MEETING Sarasota, FL: The Charter Review Committee will hold a meeting Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 6 p.m. in the Commission

In Sarasota Local Matters Matter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:53:19 -0400

Are you all aware of a local community radio show called Local Matters? It runs on Thursday evenings from 6-7 pm, WSLR 96.5 LPFM, with live broadcasting on the Internet, as well.Tonight, the program’s host, Joe Hendricks, is interviewing Democratic State Attorney General candidate Dan Gelber, who will share his views on the state [...]

So THAT'S why her cat poops in the sinks, part 2

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:19:53 -0400

Neighbor came back from her cruise last weekend. We didn't see her or talk to her until today, when she came over with a nice bottle of Stolichnaya as a "thank you" for taking care of her cat.Cat is healthy and happy that neighbor is home.

Beach Report September 2, 2010

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:15:26 -0400

Beach Conditions for Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties:Gulf temperature: 83°FHeat index: 90°FSurf conditions: Smooth with 0-1 foot surf/ Light seaweed along some beachesTanning index: 9Tides in Sarasota: Low 3:32 p.m.

We are not well-served by officials who find principle fungible

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:01:14 -0400

"I agree with you," she said. "If it's that close, do the recount." Kathy Dent Where was that sentiment election day? Dent cast the deciding vote to deny

Black Rep. Jennifer Carroll - Rick Scott's Choice for FL Lt Governor

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:49:04 -0400