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Congressman Vern Buchanan said he was humbled to have Attorney General Pam Bondi's support.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 2, 2012
Buchanan pushes 'pill mill' legislation

Attorney General Pam Bondi officially has backed Congressman Vern Buchanan's 'Pill Mill Crackdown Act.'

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Pat Neal, president of Neal Communities, said the last week in February was the busiest — up 40% from the same time last year.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 2, 2012
East County developer reports record home sales

Home builder Neal Communities sold 54 homes - the most in a single month in a decade - in February.

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Join Mallory Gnaegy for today's headlines.
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • March 1, 2012
March 1: Daily Headlines Video

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  • March 1, 2012
Lakewood Ranch Lightning meet team USA

The Lakewood Ranch Lightning Lacrosse recreational team had the opportunity to meet the 2012 USA Lacrosse Team during Champions Challenge Weekend Jan. 28 at the Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • March 1, 2012
Manatee County YMCA holds annual Pinewood Derby

The Manatee County YMCA held its annual Pinewood Derby car race during the Y Guides weekend campout Feb. 18.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • March 1, 2012
SCORES: ODA girls tennis improves to 4-1

The Out-of-Door Academy girls tennis team improved its record to 4-1 with a pair of victories over Cardinal Mooney and Shorecrest Prep Feb. 28-29.

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Anka Dierbach, Karin McLoughlin, Anna McBride, Annelie Gustke, Ulla Heitmann and Ingril Holzberg are all German.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Opera Guild Fashion Show & Luncheon

Opera enthusiasts gathered Feb. 29, at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club as the Bradenton Opera Guild hosted a fashion show and luncheon fundraiser.

  • East County
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David Meyersburg with Frank Rodriguez
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLEY: Chabad Gala

Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch hosted its Annual Gala Cocktail Evening and Auction event Feb. 29, at the ballroom of the Polo Grill and Bar.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 29, 2012
SCORES: Lady Pirates swing past Lady Indians

The Braden River High softball team defeated Venice 6-3 Feb. 28.

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  • February 29, 2012
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James Smith was one of several players who competed in the homerun derby.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 29, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY BRLL Opening Day

Hundreds of Braden River Little Leaguers officially welcomed the start of the spring season with an afternoon of fun and games during the league's Opening Day Feb. 25. Players enjoyed bounce houses, face painting, a home run derby and a dunk tank, among other games and activities.

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  • February 29, 2012
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Natalie Almeter

Natalie Almeter is a East County resident who has begun rehearsing with the Sarasota Opera. Read more about her in our candid Q&A.

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  • February 29, 2012
Primrose raising funds for hospitals

Primrose School of Lakewood Ranch now is accepting donations to benefit Children's Miracle Network hospitals.

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  • February 29, 2012
'Oh, the places you'll go!'

Students in Gullett Elementary School's voluntary pre-kindergarten class celebrated Dr. Seuss' birthday in grand fashion last week.

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  • February 29, 2012
Ranch dodgeball tourney raises $1,500

Lakewood Ranch High School's Student Government Association raised $1,500 for the Payton Wright Foundation during its annual Dodgeball Tournament Feb. 22, in the school gymnasium.

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