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Former employee of Nokomis business arrested for Scheme to Defraud
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 12, 2013
Feb. 12: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Former employee of Nokomis business arrested for Scheme to Defraud; Florida Senate committee looks at outdoor smoking; Manatee superintendent finalists interview one-on-one with board today

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 12, 2013
Ranch wrestler heads back to state tournament

Lakewood Ranch High senior Blake Riley-Hawkins finished fourth in the 132-pound weight class at the Class 2A-Region 3 tournament Feb. 8-9 in Charlotte to advance to the FHSAA Finals Feb. 15-16, at the Lakeland Center.

  • East County
  • Sports
The candidates are: Pam Stewart, Diana Greene, Dr. Constance Jones, Kathryn LeRoy, Rick Mills and Dr. John Carvelli.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 12, 2013
Manatee superintendent finalists interview one-on-one with board today

The six finalists for the superintendent of Manatee County Schools are interviewing one-on-one with the school board today.

  • East County
  • News
A true sign that "season" is here: sell-out events.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 11, 2013
Feb. 11: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Commission approves hirings; Firefighter union to vote on contract; Commission candidates face-off during public debate; Black Tie Untied

  • Longboat Key
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Allegria Bouquet with Merry Del Monte and Martha Pino
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Our Lady Fashion Show

Nearly 400 ladies of the Saint Clare of Assisi Women's Guild at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church turned out Feb. 9 for the organization's sixth annual fashion show.

  • East County
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Spyridoula Collum danced Hellenic Folk. She used to teach belly dancing for nearly 30 years
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Greek Glendi

The St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church held its 29th annual Greek Glendi Feb. 7 though Feb. 10. This year's edition featured Greek folk dancing, live music by ELLADA, a marketplace with jewelry and crafts, church tours and, of course, homemade Greek food.

  • East County
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Ron, Dominic, Yoanna and Ryan Javante
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Willis Movie Night

More than 300 people sat under the stars outside Willis Elementary School to watch 'Despicable Me' at the school's movie night Feb. 8. The school's fifth grade parent committee ran the food stands at its second Willis Movie Night this school year.

  • East County
  • News
Lizzy Ebury, Anmarie Jeter and Jordan Cangro beat their fathers to the dance floor.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Sweetheart Dance

Braden River Elementary School female students gave their fathers and grandfathers a pre-Valentines Day treat at the school's Sweetheart Dance Feb. 8. Formerly called the Father/Daughter Dance, the event featured dancing, fancy dresses and dessert.

  • East County
  • Schools
Linda Hooey and Susan Cotter of Lindt Chocolate
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 9, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: 50th Annual Chamber Dinner

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 50th Annual Chamber Dinner - and 124 years in business - Feb. 7 at Polo Grill & Bar.

  • East County
  • News
Don't miss this weekend's best bets!
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 8, 2013
Feb. 8: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Traffic Light caused Longboat delays Thursday; Heritage Harbour CDD meeting results in two resignations; 'Mowingate' fix focus of budget workshop

  • Longboat Key
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 8, 2013
Riverview holds off Tampa Plant

The Riverview High girls basketball team defeated Tampa Plant 57-42 in the Class 8A-Region 2 quarterfinals Feb. 7.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 8, 2013
Cardinal Mooney ousted in regional quarterfinals

The Cardinal Mooney High girls basketball team suffered a 45-34 loss to Indian Rocks Christian in the Class 3A-Region 3 quarterfinals Feb. 7.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 8, 2013
ODA tennis teams open season undefeated

The Out-of-Door Academy boys and girls tennis teams both opened the season with a pair of victories Feb. 5 and 7.

  • East County
  • Sports
Braden River High senior Trevon Young, pictured with his mom Tracey Young, signed a national letter-of-intent Feb. 8 to play football for the University of Florida.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 8, 2013
Young signs with Gators

Braden River High senior Trevon Young signed a national letter-of-intent this morning to play football for the University of Florida.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 8, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Suncoast Porsche Cup

This Sunday's polo match will include a "Chinese New Year" themed tailgate contest.

  • East County
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