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  • August 3, 2011
Our View: 'Yes' on straw poll

After two years of discussion and debate, a huge step is being taken to turn Lakewood Ranch into its own city.

  • East County
  • Opinion
One of Eva Rey’s favorite pastimes is reading. At The Villages, she loved visiting Barnes & Nobles to browse books and other literature. “That’s a perfect day for me,” she said.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 3, 2011
Eva Rey becomes new executive director of Lakewood Ranch Town Hall

Eva Rey started Aug. 1 as the executive director of Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

  • East County
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Robert Leith Gnos
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 3, 2011
Birth Announcements 08.03.11

Congratulations to the East County parents who celebrated recent births. The East County Observer will publish birth announcements each month.

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This Riverdale home, which has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,234 square feet of living area, sold for $1.45 million. Photo by Jen Blanco.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • August 3, 2011
Riverdale home sells for $1.45M

The following residential real estate transactions took place between July 18 and July 22. A home in Riverdale tops all transaction in this week's real estate.

  • East County
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Swartzendruber
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 3, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Laura Swartzendruber

After joining the Lakewood Ranch YMCA Wave Runners swim team less than two months ago, 7-year-old Laura Swartzendruber competed in the Area 5 Championship Swim Meet July 30-31 at the Selby Aquatic Center.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club Executive Chef Paul Evans now offers both culinary instruction and personal training.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 3, 2011
Extreme Makeover: Chef becomes bodybuilder and personal trainer

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club Executive Chef Paul Evans started his own transformation 14 months ago. Now, Evans is also a professional bodybuilder and certified personal trainer.

  • East County
  • Sports
Rosalyn Warner took this sunset photo July 22, at Waterlefe Golf & Country Club.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 3, 2011
Weekly Winner:Cotton Candy Clouds

Rosalyn Warner took this sunset photo July 22, at Waterlefe Golf & Country Club.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 2, 2011
COMMUNITY SPORTS TIPS: The five most common mistakes in tennis

This week, Longboat Key Club and Resort Director of Tennis John Woods shares the five most common mistakes in tennis.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 2, 2011
Gulf Coast FCA hosts 7 on 7 Shootout

The Gulf Coast FCA held its annual 7 on 7 Shootout July 26 at Braden River High.

  • East County
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The special runs through Aug. 31. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 2, 2011
Meridian College offers $1 kids haircuts

Meridian College's salon will offer $1 haircuts for children this month.

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Sashay owner Sandra Danu is eager to build out her new space.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 1, 2011
Business signs on San Marco unit

Sashay will bring ballroom dancing to San Marco Plaza.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 1, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

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Individuals who adopt a dog or cat at the regular adoption fee can get a second dog or cat at no charge.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 1, 2011
County offers promotion for pet adoptions through August

Dogs and cats at Manatee County Animal Services will be offered as buy one get one through the end of the month.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 1, 2011
Registration dates announced for Miss Manatee Softball

The Miss Manatee Softball League will hold registration for its upcoming fall season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 20 and 27 and 6-8 p.m., Aug. 31 at the Miss Manatee Softball complex behind the Lakewood Ranch High stadium

  • East County
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The Pancake Pig was sure to make an appearance.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 30, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Storytime LIVE!

Dozens of families gathered July 30 at Kiddie Academy in Lakewood Ranch for the preschool's Storytime LIVE! event. Children enjoyed an appearance by the Pancake Pig, as well as snow cones, popcorn and arts and crafts.

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