Historic site in Osprey wins $25000 grant
A local historic site in Osprey secures a $25000 grant boosting preservation efforts. The award highlights community support and funding for regional heritage projects, with officials celebrating the milestone and outlining next steps for restoration work.
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Area golfers compete in Haines City tourney
Local sports brief notes area golfers competing in a Haines City tournament. Details remain on page nine.
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Money Saving Coupons in This Issue
Reading shows a fragment about Money Saving Coupons in this issue. The note labeled fake Dawn Ceramics suggests a questionable item or vendor.
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Vandalism concerns along Venice Avenue draw shopkeepers together
Shop owners on The Ave Venice report vandalism and harassment woes across storefronts near the Post Office. Damages run to hundreds of dollars as glass, lights, and shrubbery are damaged. They urge action while noting youths frequent the area after dark and fear tourist season impact. Venice Police Captain Ball says some youths are already known to police and patrols have been increased.
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English knighted dog trainer runs ASC Kennels and security team
Robert Pike, Royal Air Force Police Canine Academy veteran, operates ASC Boarding Kennels and ASC Security Guard Dog Service at 236 Woodmere Road South Venice. He keeps four of his own attack dogs, values his prized Rottweiler Axel, and deploys dogs in Bradenton while advising private citizens on guard versus patrol dogs.
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Retired Floridian Turns to Restoring for Fun and Work
Bob Hunter, a Venice retiree, revived his former restoration business on a reduced scale after moving 14 months ago. He restores antique furniture paintings cloisonne porcelain and even a boat with a patient, multi step process including canvas work gold leaf and frame repair.
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Skylab fears and public reaction sweep the nation
Americans, absorbed by Skylab, fear a dramatic fall while media scrutiny and public bets soar. Reports note a high remote risk of impact with one mass piece projected to weigh about 2 1/2 tons and travel at 260 mph, with individuals already taking precautions or mocking the event.
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