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  • October 17, 2012
News Briefs

Rodeo to benefit cancer research; Manatee Animal Services extends hours; Boutique starts head-wrap exchange

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ODA quarterback Evan Wilson scrambles for yardage on the Thunder's opening possession.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2012
Wilson sets passing mark

ODA senior quarterback Evan Wilson surpassed 5,000 passing yards for his career while leading the Thunder to a 27-14 non-district win Oct. 12.

  • East County
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Senior David Marvel knew nothing about cross-country when he joined the Seminoles cross-country team as a freshman. Now four years later, Marvel has cut his time in half and is Southeast’s team captain and top runner. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2012
Record-Setter: David Marvel

Southeast High cross-country runner David Marvel has lopped more than 18 minutes off his cross-country time since joining the Seminoles four years ago.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 17, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Siena Kelley

Braden River High sophomore Siena Kelley finished with 14 kills, 10 digs and four aces in two games to help lead the Lady Pirates to a 3-0 victory over Palmetto Oct. 9.

  • East County
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Audit Committee Vice Chairman Lynn Lineman presented to the School Board the recommendation to contract with Navigant for auditing services.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 17, 2012
Navigant hired to conduct school board budget audit

The national firm will complete a forensic investigation of the Manatee County School Board's budget.

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Read this week's Cops Corner.
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  • October 17, 2012
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 17, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Manatee County Commission approves lower permit fees; Soccer tournament scores big for Lakewood economy; New University Park eye center offers retina care

  • East County
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This home at 12608 Elgin Terrace has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,842 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.1 million. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 17, 2012
Country Club Village at Lakewood Ranch home sells for $1.1 million

A home in Country Club Village at Lakewood Ranch tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Robert and Theresa Matus, of Redington Shores, sold their home at 12608 Elgin Terrace to Harold and Debra Wheeler, of Somerset, Pa., for $1.1 million.

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Barbara Birkenberger submitted this sunset photo, taken at River Landings in East Bradenton.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Barbara Birkenberger submitted this sunset photo, taken at River Landings in East Bradenton.

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Ethan Holley, 7, loaded up on breakfast with his dad, Andrew , and brother, Hudson, both not pictured.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 16, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Donuts with Dads

Children at Gene Witt Elementary School feasted on doughnuts Oct. 15 and Oct. 16, as the school's Parent Teacher Organization hosted its annual Donuts with Dads event.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 16, 2012
Financing stalled on maintenance facility

Financing for Lakewood Ranch's new maintenance facility has been stalled until the Inter-District Authority secures completes the permitting process.

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Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they report the daily headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • October 16, 2012
Oct. 16: Daily Headlines Video

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A ground-breaking ceremony was held off Cattlemen Road, across the street from Sports Authority, at 2 p.m. today.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 15, 2012
Mega mall construction begins

Taubman and Benderson Development today officially broke ground on The Mall at University Town Center.

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  • October 15, 2012
Oct. 15: Daily Headlines Video

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Steve Anderson with his daughter Angelina
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 15, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Gullett Elementary Fall Frolic

Gullett Elementary invited students and their families to enjoy an evening of fall festivities Thursday, Oct. 11. Families gathered in the cafeteria to play games, sing karaoke and enjoy some food with their friends.

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