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Freddy's offices said the store's opening is slated for late April.
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • April 3, 2013
Steakburger chain makes state debut

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will move into an empty Arby's building.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 3, 2013
The Perfect 10: ODA Girls Tennis

The Out-of-Door Academy girls tennis team defeated Lakewood Ranch 6-1 March 26, finishing the regular season undefeated for the first time in the school's history.

  • East County
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Neither Rick nor Monica Thomas, of Lakewood Ranch, has ever set foot in a Spanish-only church service, but the couple now will lead one for The Source Church, in the East County.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 3, 2013
East County church launches Spanish service

Lakewood Ranch residents Rick and Monica Thomas will lead the new Sunday night church service.

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According to the Department of Transportation, the diverging-diamond interchange will improve delay times. Courtesy rendering.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 3, 2013
'Ultimate Interchange' planned for University Parkway

The Florida Department of Transportation says a new design would slow wait time at red lights and improve safety in an area projected to have increased traffic.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 3, 2013
Tour de Cure races to Lakewood Ranch

The third annual cycling event benefits the American Diabetes Association.

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The entrance sign to Summerfield Crest was destroyed some time the evening of Wednesday, March 27.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 3, 2013
Update: Neighborhood sign destroyed

The monument sign leading into the neighborhood of Summerfield Crest, in Lakewood Ranch, will be replaced. The new sign will cost $4,000 to $6,000.

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Read this week's Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 3, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Courtney Mirabella
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • April 3, 2013
SIDELINES

ODA, Cardinal Mooney crown county champions; Wave Runners make splash at FLAGS meet

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 3, 2013
JUST THE STATS

4 - The number of consecutive victories the Lakewood Ranch High softball team has recorded after defeating Lake Region 2-1 March 28.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 3, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Andrew Giddens

Lakewood Ranch High junior catcher Andrew Giddens hit a two-run single to break a scoreless tie and help propel the Mustangs to a 4-2 victory over North Port in pool play of the Red Bracket of the Sarasota Baseball Classic March 25.

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Wildcat celebrates after surging past Tito’s 11-8 to win the USPA R.A.U. Final of All Children’s Guild Cup March 31. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • April 3, 2013
Wildcat surges past Tito's

Nicolai Galindo scored four goals to lead Wildcat to an 11-8 victory over Tito's in the USPA R.A.U. Final of the All Children's Hospital Guild Cup March 31.

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Mariah Boudreaux has taken up lettering for fun. This quote, left, is one of her own creations.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 3, 2013
East County student shares hope and help for struggling teens

Greyhawk Landing resident Mariah Boudreaux, 18, wants teens to know they aren't alone.

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Bob McNutt teaches a few times a year for WorldatWork, a professional human resources organization.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 3, 2013
Your Neighbor: Bob McNutt

Bob McNutt lives his life in chapters.

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This home in Heathfield, which has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,111 square feet of living area, sold for $650,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • April 3, 2013
Heathfield home sells for $650,000

A home in Heathfield tops all transaction in this week's real estate. Robert Stack, of Sarasota, sold his home at 7635 Heathfield Court to Richard and Jacqueline Hull, of Newbury, United Kingdom, for $650,000.

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Douglas Grosso
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 3, 2013
Business Briefs

Premier Sotheby's hires new broker associate; Business broker sees opportunity in Manatee; Ryland Homes adds new model to Arbor Reserve

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