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Homeowners Chrissie and Samuel Budd and their home insurance company, First Community Insurance Co., have reached a confidential settlement, the Budds’ attorney Jose Sosa said.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2012
Parties settle burned home suit

A trial regarding the Greenbrook home that burned down in 2008 was slated to begin this month.

  • East County
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Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch co-president Debbie Rubin and volunteer Debbie Arronis had fun playing with Tanya.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2012
Growth prompts plans to expand

The Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch is conducting a high-end raffle to raise funds.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2012
Lakewood Ranch plans St. Patrick's Day celebration

A parade and Irish Celtic Festival will be held March 17, at Central Park.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2012
District considers budget consultant

MGT of America found more than $23 million in savings during its recent evaluation of the Sarasota County School District's budget.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 14, 2012
News Briefs

Bashaw Elementary to raise funds for reading; VPK Priority Choice Open Enrollment starts; Manatee targets unlicensed contractors

  • East County
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Dancers kept the audience captivated throughout their performance.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2012
Braden River High School showcases student talent

Braden River High School's Academy of Arts and Communications Technology hosted its fourth annual Art & Film Festival March 9.

  • East County
  • Schools
Read this week's Cops Corner.
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  • March 14, 2012
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2012
Judge narrows scope of Heritage Harbour lawsuit

A legal dispute between the Heritage Harbour South Community Development District and the Lighthouse Cove Homeowners Association is moving forward.

  • East County
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    By
  • Michael Eng
  • March 14, 2012
Observed: Help! My MIL bought an iPhone

I know I probably shouldn't be writing this about my mother-in-law; I'm treading into dangerous territory here. But, she lives all the way in Orlando. And I'm pretty confident she won't be able to find this on our website, anyway.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Greg Steube
  • March 14, 2012
My View: Balancing a budget without increasing taxes

The challenge of the Legislature this year was passing a balanced budget without increasing taxes on our citizens.

  • East County
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  • By Jorge Blanco
  • March 14, 2012
Castaway

Enjoy this week's Castaway Cartoon.

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  • Opinion
Brian McMillan started his career in journalism at the East County Observer. File photo.
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 14, 2012
Former East County sports editor named 'Journalist of the Year'

Brian McMillan, now managing editor of the Palm Coast Observer, earned the honor from the Local Media Association.

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Brittany Cole, the lone freshman on Braden River’s softball squad this season, said she is enjoying learning from her older teammates.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 14, 2012
Braden River high baseman makes impact in first season

Braden River High second baseman Brittany Cole has been instrumental in the Lady Pirates' infield success in just her first season with the team.

  • East County
  • Sports
Braden River’s Sam Valley won the 119-pound weight class with a combined total of 320 pounds. Photo by Jen Blanco.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 14, 2012
Pirates out-muscle Mustangs

The Braden River High School boys weightlifting team edged past rival Lakewood Ranch 39-29 in its dual meet March 8.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 14, 2012
MMS Observer Team Spotlight

Meet this week's Observer Team spotlight player.

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