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The incident occurred today around 2 p.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2011
Toddler saved from drowning

A toddler fell into a pool and nearly drowned, but was rescued by his mother and grandmother.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 15, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

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

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Kailee Carrier helped lead her fellow campers in a song on the last day of Vacation Bible School.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • August 15, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Baptist VBS

Children at Sarasota Baptist Church enjoyed an energy-filled week during the church's 'Jump! Put Faith in Motion' Vacation Bible School Aug. 8-12. The kids participated in a plethora of activities, including arts and crafts, music and more, while learning about the Christian faith.

  • East County
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A funeral service for Patrick Lay II was held Aug. 13 at Life Covenant Sanctuary. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 15, 2011
Family hosts vigil for fallen soldier

A candlelight vigil will be held tonight for fallen Braden River High School graduate Spc. 4 Patrick Lay, 21.

  • East County
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Mark Moore of Duncan Sea Wall and Steve Knopik from Beall's
  • By Allison Moore
  • August 14, 2011
PHOTO EVENT: Cancer Support Celebrity Bartending

Cancer Support Community-Florida Suncoast raised more than $4,000 at its first Celebrity Bartending event Aug. 4. at Urban Flats.

  • East County
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Ashley and Gail Gardener
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 13, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Prom Ice Cream Social

Adults with disabilities reunited Friday afternoon at Faith Christian Church for the Prom Ice Cream Social. Attendees had participated in the Night Out with the Stars Prom in May, and returned to the church to pick up pictures and a DVD from the event and to feast on ice cream.

  • East County
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Pictured are Lakewood Ranch High School students Briana Nelson-Canty, Kiona Poyner, Miranda Lim, Christina Rothenberger and Micaela Figueroa.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 12, 2011
FCCLA youths excel at nationals

Students from Lakewood Ranch and Southeast high schools and Braden River Middle School took honors at a recent conference in California

  • East County
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Most school items under $15 are included in the exemption.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 12, 2011
Tax holiday starts today

Florida residents can enjoy tax-free shopping on select items today through Aug. 14.

  • East County
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A Lakewood Ranch CERT member receives fire training. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 12, 2011
Ranch CERT elects new officers

The Lakewood Ranch Community Emergency Response Team has elected new board members and officers.

  • East County
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Posy Havens helps McNeal Elementary third-grader Gabe Hahn with his craft project.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary Magdalene VBS

Sixteen children traveled to the Big Apple for St. Mary Magdalene's Big Apple Adventure VBS Aug. 8-12. Throughout the week, children enjoyed worship, arts and crafts, mission central, snacks and more.

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Superintendent Tim McGonegal will chair the meeting.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 12, 2011
Manatee CEO Roundtable meets today

The upcoming Ready for School Rally is one item on the agenda.

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  • August 12, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

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

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Models pose post fashion show in Saks Fifth Avenue evening wear.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • August 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: LECOM Future Physicians in Fashion

Students at LECOM (Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine) walked the runway at Saks Fifth Avenue.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 11, 2011
Sarasota Crew wins national titles

The Sarasota Crew won four gold medals and a bronze medal at the U.S. Club National Championships in late July in Indianapolis.

  • East County
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Grayson Tullio, center, has been waiting to get a service dog for two years. Grayson suffers from muscular dystrophy, and now, thanks to a partnership between Milk Bone and Sam's Club, he will be getting a service dog in 2012.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 11, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Paws for a cause

East County resident Grayson Tullio has been approved and sponsored to receive a service dog from Canine Assistants. Grayson's sponsors, Milk-Bone and Sam's Club, held a special ceremony today to celebrate.

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