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Stories by Liz Ramos

Fitz and Kim Fitzpatrick run their business, Illuminate Landscape Designs, out of their Mill Creek home. The couple try to not only shed light on people's homes but also in people's lives.

Perseverance comes in handy in east Bradenton

Hard work, faith buoys Mill Creek family.

by: Liz Ramos

News May 19, 2020

Eden, Kristin, Isaac, Levi, Steve, Elise and Myla Coad carry signs they displayed during an Oasis church parade to share messages of love and hope.

Lakewood Ranch church's parade uplifting for members

Oasis Church organizes small parade to share messages of love and hope.

by: Liz Ramos

News May 17, 2020

Beth Stager and Hope Carey work with more than 175 volunteers to make masks for healthcare workers.

Volunteers have healthcare workers covered in Manatee and Sarasota counties

Members of Manatee Sarasota PPE Masks group has made and distributed more than 31,000 masks.

by: Liz Ramos

News May 13, 2020

Robert E. Willis Elementary School fifth grade teachers Jacquie McLaurin and Suzanne Tomlin marvel over their finished arrangements.

Sign of appreciation in Lakewood Ranch

Parents, students find ways to show their thanks during Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week

by: Liz Ramos

News May 13, 2020

Jake Whiddon is a 2020 National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winner.

Braden River High School senior named National Merit Scholarship winner

Braden River High's Jake Whiddon named winner out of 16,000 semifinalists.

by: Liz Ramos

Schools May 13, 2020

Naomi Jones sent an inspiring message using an orange. Courtesy photo.

ODA student delivers fruitful message in Lakewood Ranch

Your Town for the East County Observer

by: Liz Ramos

Your Town May 12, 2020

West Bradenton's Vhal Miller enjoys her first Mother's Day with her 10-month-old daughter Sarai and her husband, Andre.

Smiles all around East County church on Mother's Day

Oasis Church brings families together for drive-thru Mother's Day photo.

by: Liz Ramos

News May 10, 2020

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