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Francisco Llosa scored six goals for Siaana and also was named the Most Valuable Professional. Courtesy photos.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 10, 2013
Siaana closes out season with win

Siaana defeated Regent 9-7 to win the USPA Ringling Cup in the final polo match of the season April 7. Francisco Llosa scored six goals to lead the way for Siaana. Mark Gutierrez scored a pair of goals, and Jason Pascarella added a goal.

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Out-of-Door Academy juniors and seniors celebrate at 2012’s prom at The Founders Club. Courtesy photo.
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 10, 2013
Prom-A-Palooza

Follow the East County and Sarasota Observers through May 18 for prom content and coverage, including feature stories, schedules, photos, contests and more.

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Ed Maloney proves it's never too late to start a new path.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • April 10, 2013
Your Neighbor: Ed Maloney

Ed Maloney began his acting career at age 67, after a life as a national sales manager for American Home Products Corp

  • East County
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This home in Country Club East at Lakewood Ranch, which has three bedrooms, three baths, one half-bath, a pool and 2,880 square feet of living area, sold for $737,000. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • April 10, 2013
Home in Country Club East sells for $737,000

A home in Country Club East at Lakewood Ranch tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Nelson Homes Inc. sold the home at 7311 Haddington Cove to Daniel Lebel and Chantal Lafond, of Quebec, Canada, for $737,000.

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  • April 10, 2013
Business Briefs

Lake Club model honored at Parade of Homes; Neal Communities tops sales record; Chamber gives awards in local health care

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East County resident Marissa Bouchard submitted this photo of the John Ringling Causeway from Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 10, 2013
Weather Photo: BRIDGING THE GAP

East County resident Marissa Bouchard submitted this photo of the John Ringling Causeway from Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

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Sarasota County Commission approves more Grand Prix funding
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • April 9, 2013
April 9: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Twelve former Sarasota mayors endorse Susan Chapman; Cuban defector Edward Gonzalez joins Sarasota Ballet; Colony workshop scheduled at Town Hall; Sarasota County Commission approves more Grand Prix funding

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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 9, 2013
Suncoast Tennis League awards players

More than 300 men's tennis players attended the Suncoast Tennis League's annual Awards Luncheon April 3, at the Meadows Country Club.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 9, 2013
Manatee commissioners to reconsider healthcare referendum date

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners today will reconsider a date for a healthcare-related tax referendum.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • April 9, 2013
Lady Pirates blank Lady Indians

The Braden River High softball team shut out Venice 7-0 in Class 7A-District 11 action April 5.

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Westcoast Black Theater Troupe buys permanent home — learn more in today's headlines!
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • April 8, 2013
April 8: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Commission tackles tourist taxes; Aging Bird Key water main to be replaced next year; Village streets repavement planned this year; Westcoast Black Theater Troupe buys permanent home

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Mary Beth Grey, Barbara Saaby and Charleen and Fred Gorbet
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm-Aire Art Association Gala

Supporters of the Art Association of the Palm-Aire Country Club gathered for the organization's annual gala event April 6, at the Palm-Aire Country Cub clubhouse.

  • East County
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Chuck and Jamie Smith
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Community Fund Gala

Local philanthropists gathered April 6, at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, for the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund's annual gala fundraising event.

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Lauren Redington, Eva Rey (with her cat, Mr. Darcy) and Lorena Abreu
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Music on Main

Attendees flocked to Music on Main in Lakewood Ranch April 5 for free music, food booths and games. Bradenton band soulRcoaster performed disco, country and classic rock while proceeds from the event went to the Taylor Emmons Scholarship Fund.

  • East County
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More than 150 runners participated.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Freedom 5K

More than 150 runners turned out April 6 for Freedom Elementary School's 5K and one-mile fun run fundraising event.

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