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Superintendent Tim McGonegal increased the cuts to $14.04 million from his original $11.68 million plan.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 11, 2011
Manatee school board approves budget

Superintendent Tim McGonegal recommended $14.04 million in cuts.

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Sierra Yeomans, 4, practiced her jumping position during the show.
  • By Roxanne Harmer
  • July 11, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Westport Equestrian Club Pony Camp

Riders at Westport Equestrian Club concluded Pony Camp with a fun-filled show July 8. Each camper showed off a variety of riding skills - much to the delight of family members and friends.

  • East County
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Ninth-graders Matt Muscara and Tripp Knapp played a competitive game of one-on-one.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 10, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River High 7th annual Summer Basketball Camp

Dozens of aspiring basketball players hit the court for Braden River High School's 7th annual Summer Basketball Camp July 5-8. Students participated in skill stations, competitions and team games while learning the basic fundamentals of the game. Camper of the Day, Hustle and Best Attitude awards were handed out at the end of each day of camp.

  • East County
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Infielder Devin Guzman made several key plays throughout the tournament.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 8, 2011
Braden River wins 9/10 crown

Braden River Little League's 9-and 10-year-old All-Star team defeated Lakewood Ranch Little League 9-8 to capture the District 26 tournament July 6 at G.T. Bray.

  • East County
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Renovations were completed recently at the cabin and Jiggs Landing.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 8, 2011
County installs historic marker at Jiggs

The marker details the work of Manatee County residents Al "Jiggs" and Agnes Metcalf.

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

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

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  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2011
All-Star Scoreboard for July 6

Lakewood Ranch Little League's 11-and 12-year-old All-Star team remains unbeaten.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2011
Community Golf Scores 06.22.11 to 07.06.11

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

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Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance President Bobbi Larson with Jim Althouse of Infinity Technology Solutions
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 7, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Networking Social

Hundreds of local business professionals enjoyed an evening of networking during the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's monthly Networking Social July 6 at the Holiday Inn in Lakewood Ranch. Business professionals enjoyed hors d'oeuvres and drinks while networking and socializing.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 7, 2011
Heritage Harbour CDD cancels meeting

Supervisors still will meet at 2 p.m., July 14, at the River Strand Country Club, 7155 Grand Estuary Trail.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 7, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

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

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  • Jen Blanco
  • July 6, 2011
All-Star scoreboard for July 5

Braden River and Lakewood Ranch Little Leagues both came away with victories in the District 26 All-Star Baseball Tournament July 5.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 6, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

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

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  • July 6, 2011
McGonegal responds to criticism

Manatee Superintendent Tim McGonegal, whose contract was renewed through December of 2013 last week, has received criticism from constituents and even some board members in recent weeks.

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In the last three years, the district has cut $46 million from its operating budget and needs to cut at least an additional $11.16 million this year.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 6, 2011
Number Crunch

Superintendent Tim McGonegal is working on a budget that would include about $14 million in cuts.

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