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Staff Sgt. Lyle Allen salutes the memorial flag as his wife, Ashley, sang the national anthem.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Veterans dedicate San Marco memorial

Organizers of the Veterans Memorial Park at San Marco Plaza hosted a dedication ceremony Nov. 13 at the park. Memorial Board of Directors members Dr. Stanley Appel, Richard Allen, Delbert Hyland, Robert Moffa, David Neff, William Wallace and Pamela Hager Rice honored local veterans with several awards throughout the ceremony.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rusty, owned by the Walker family, won the prize for best costume.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 13, 2010
Paws on parade for 'pink cause'

Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered at Central Park in Lakewood Ranch Nov. 13 for the Paws for the Pink Cause event. Festivities included a dog costume parade, raffles and other activities. Proceeds from the event benefited Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

  • East County
  • News
Clockwise from bottom left: Barbara Beam, Pat Abbotoy, Paula Kelly, Michel Callahan, Rose Vinopal, Margie Jaudon, Jeanne Larranaga and Norma Lake
  • By Carol Eichert
  • November 12, 2010
'Tropical Dreams' fashion show benefits Adopt-A-Family

Dreams came true Nov. 6 during the "Tropical Dreams" Fashion Show and Luncheon at Stoneybrook in Heritage Harbour. The sixth annual event, which was sponsored by Stoneybrook's Dining Out Club, raised more than $5,500 for Adopt-A-Family of Manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nicki Caffaro and Judi Graybill have been members of the Women’s Club for more than 15 years.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2010
'Bells ring for Bealls' at Palm Aire fashion show

More than 230 ladies flocked to the Palm Aire Country Club Nov. 12 for the Palm Aire Women's Club's "Bells are Ringing for Bealls" event. Guests enjoyed lunch and raffles before getting a glimpse of the latest fashions during the fashion show.

  • East County
  • News
The event will feature more than 300 American and international wines for tasting as well as specialty beers.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: SunCoast Food & Wine Fest

The Lakewood Ranch Rotary Club will host the ninth annual SunCoast Food & Wine Fest from 1-4 p.m., Nov. 13, at the Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Lane.

  • East County
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch High JROTC Color Guard assists Freedom Elementary students Richard Garst and Brantley Deines raise the American Flag.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 12, 2010
Students let freedom ring

Freedom Elementary School students, faculty and staff showed their patriotism during the school's annual Let Freedom Ring Courtyard Remembrance Ceremony Nov. 12. During the ceremony, the school honored our veterans, active military and first responders in support of Veterans Day.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2010
Lady Pirates top Lady Tornadoes in preseason opener

The Braden River High girls basketball team defeated Booker 38-28 Nov. 9 in the first of two preseason games.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2010
Lady Mustangs open season perfect

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team opened the season with a pair of victories Nov. 2 and Nov. 8.

  • East County
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Jonathan Ray played "Taps" to end the ceremony.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2010
Braden River Middle honors veterans

Students at Braden River Middle School celebrated Veterans Day with a special Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony Nov. 10 in the school's courtyard. The event featured patriotic performances by band, chorus and orchestra students, guest speakers and the unveiling of a new commemorative tile for the Veterans Wall of Honor, among other activities.

  • East County
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Zaylon Freeman is proud of the veterans who have fought for this country.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 11, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, The East County Observer headed to Braden River Middle School this week to find out what students think about the holiday and why it's important.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2010
Mike Blakely selected for All-American Bowl

Manatee High star running back and East County resident Mike Blakely was recently selected for the 2011 U.S. Army All-American Bowl.

  • East County
  • Sports
Steve Arnold, Christian Bartolacci and Carl Wakely with the West Florida Golf Tour
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 10, 2010
Chambers unite at Business After Hours (VIDEO)

The Greater Sarasota, Manatee and Venice Chambers of Commerce hosted the Tri-Chamber Business After Hours networking event Wednesday, at the Sarasota Bradenton International Convention Center.

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The Braden River High volleyball team will face Fort Myers in the Class 4A-Region 3 finals Nov. 13.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 10, 2010
Lady Pirates advance to regional final

The Braden River High volleyball team defeated George Steinbrenner 3-0 in a Class 4A-Region 3 semifinal match Nov. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
Martin Von Cannon, left, and his wife, Deb, both have served the country in the U.S. Army.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 10, 2010
Dynamic Duo

Creekwood residents Deb and Martin Von Cannon are both veterans of the U.S. Army.

  • East County
  • News
Chris Brandt, general manager, and Zach Hesse, public relations for Stoneybrook Golf Club
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 10, 2010
Stoneybrook golf course under new ownership

Soon after Mark and Cindy Pentecost purchased their house in Heritage Harbour, they became the owners of the community's Stoneybrook Golf Club.

  • East County
  • News
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