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Senior running back McKenzie Hathaway scored the Mustangs' first points against Southeast.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • September 9, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch versus Southeast

Lakewood Ranch couldn't match Southeast's firepower during the Mustangs' home opener Sept. 9. The Mustangs fell to the Seminoles 33-13 to even their 2011 record to 1-1.

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This spider has found a home among some trees in the Summerfield Park community.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 9, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Charlotte's Web?

This spider has found a home among some trees in the Summerfield Park community.

  • East County
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Braden River quarterback Steven Ross looks for an open receiver downfield during the first half.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 9, 2011
Photos of the week

A selection of the best photos from all Observers this week.

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Taking Back Lives is helping to build schools in Malawi, Africa.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 9, 2011
Non-profit hosts re:play conference

East County non-profit Taking Back Lives will host a multimedia-driven youth conference Saturday.

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Manatee County authorities have ended a three-week crack down of traffic violations with multiple DUI, felony and other arrests to show for their efforts.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 9, 2011
Authorities crack down on DUIs

The traffic unit of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office recently conducted a DUI Enforcement Wave that resulted in 30 DUI arrests.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 8, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

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

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Residents spoke in favor and against the millage increase and the budget.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 8, 2011
Manatee School Board adopts budget

The Manatee County School Board on Thursday adopted a $598 million budget.

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Several schools are holding special events in honor of the 10th anniversary of 9/11.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 8, 2011
East County schools remember 9/11

Several East County schools this week are holding special events to commemorate the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 8, 2011
County accepting applications for driver education assistance

Manatee County now is taking applications for enhancing driver education programs at public and private schools.

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The meeting, held at 215 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, will start at 5:45 p.m. The budget discussion is slated to start just before 6 p.m. and be voted on around 8 p.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 8, 2011
School Board to adopt budget

Board members are considering the adoption of a $598 million budget tonight.

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Mike Aiello, Elizabeth Trent, Rob Lindsey and Jason Russ
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • September 7, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: East Meets West Chambers of Commerce

Local Chambers of Commerce gathered at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium for a fun networking event.

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Karin Buffett and Mitzie Henson’s daughters play volleyball together at ODA.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 7, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Taylor Emmons Scholarship Fund Announcement

More than 50 supporters of the Taylor William Emmons Memorial Foundation and All Faiths Food Bank gathered together at the home of Lakewood Ranch residents Mike and Katie Emmons for a special announcement, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres and conversation Sept. 7. During the event, Mike and Katie Emmons, whose son Taylor was killed in an accident in December 2010, announced a partnership between the Taylor Emmons Scholarship Fund and All Faiths Food Bank. Beginning in early December, the foundation will be selling holiday wreaths, as part of its Taylor's Trees program, with half of the proceeds going to the Taylor Emmons Scholarship Fund and the other half going directly to All Faiths Food Bank.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 7, 2011
ODA falls to Bradenton Christian

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team fell to district rival Bradenton Christian 25-15, 25-15, 25-22 Sept. 6.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 7, 2011
Palm Aire woman found

Marilyn Kopko of Palm Aire has returned home safely.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 7, 2011
9/11: Timeline

The Observer recounts the events before and after Sept. 11, 2001, as they unfolded locally.

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