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Erica Cantu, Emily Williams and Briana Twenty visited the U.S. Army and University of South Florida tables.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch High School Career Fair

Lakewood Ranch High School hosted its fifth annual College and Career Fair Feb. 22. Students were able to talk with local business professionals about their respective fields, as well as with representatives from colleges.

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Be sure to catch this weekend's best bets!
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 22, 2013
Feb. 22: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Gas station owner arrested for welfare fraud; Former Florida Governor Charlie Christ will speak in Lakewood Ranch; Weekend Best Bets; Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

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Justin Matthews showed off an iguana to students.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Gullett Elementary Animal Demo

Justin Matthews, owner of Matthews Wildlife Rescue, showed off a 14-foot python, a Great Horned Owl and more animals to Gullett Elementary School students Feb. 21. Matthews, a master falconer and wildlife rehabilitator, talked about the animal's habitats and biology, relating it to what students are learning in science class.

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Keyla Silva, Julia Price and Jayden Cray
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw's Save a Heart Week

Bashaw Elementary raised roughly $1,350 at its third annual Save a Heart Week to benefit the Larry King Cardiac Foundation Feb. 11-15.

  • East County
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Ray and Linda Baker and Jane Thompson, seated, with Brian Thompson and Steve Peters, standing
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Valentine's Day concert benefits animals

The Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch hosted a Valentine's Day performance featuring Katherine Alexandra and Alexander Dillan, to benefit the organization. Attendees enjoyed cocktails, appetizers and desserts as the enjoyed the show.

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Observer Group Cup polo match starts at 1 p.m. at the Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Lane. Gates open at 11 a.m. for tailgating.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Observer Group Cup

This weekend's polo match starts at 1 p.m.

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  • February 22, 2013
Charlie Christ to speak in Lakewood Ranch

Former Florida Gov. Charlie Christ will speak at an awards dinner March 15.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 22, 2013
Mustangs slug past rival Pirates

Cameron Pearcey hit a two-run home run in the top of the first inning to power the visiting Lakewood Ranch High baseball team to an 8-3 victory over Braden River Feb. 21.

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Cardinal Mooney's Antonio Blakeney runs up the court with teammate Mitch Arimura, and being followed by St. Petersburg Catholic's Kevin O’Donnell.Photos
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
Cardinal Mooney boys basketball advance the regional finals

The Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball team held on to beat St. Petersburg Catholic 55-51 in the Class 3A-Region 3 semifinals Feb. 19. The Cougars advance the regional finals Feb. 23.

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Young advocates find collective voice. Watch the daily headlines for more!
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 21, 2013
Feb. 21: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Young advocates find collective voice; Rick Mills selected as superintendent of Manatee County Schools; Entrepreneur Jesse Biter invests in downtown; Unfiltered Nature: Virginia Hoffman

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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
Lady Rams top rival Lady Sailors

Alyssa Jackson hit a bases loaded triple in the fourth inning to propel the Riverview High softball team to a 5-2 victory over Sarasota Feb. 20.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
Rams blank Tigers

Behind the arm of pitcher Reed Torrine, the Riverview High baseball team shut out Palmetto 4-0 Feb. 20.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
Cardinal Mooney LAX teams notch wins

The Cardinal Mooney High boys and girls lacrosse teams both posted wins Feb. 20.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
JV Pirates edge past rival Mustangs

The Braden River High JV baseball team defeated rival Lakewood Ranch 6-4 Feb. 18.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
Lady Rams notch win

The Riverview High girls tennis team defeated Manatee 6-1 Feb. 20.

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