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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 1, 2010
NBA ref Bob Delaney launches campaign for overseas soldiers

Lakewood Ranch resident Bob Delaney, an NBA referee and former undercover agent, is asking for donations of clothing with familiar logos - whether name-brand drinks or sports team logos - for an upcoming drive.

  • East County
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  • September 1, 2010
Cops Corner 09.02.10

Walmart security observed the defendant concealing items in his pockets and down his pants.

  • East County
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  • September 1, 2010
Sizzling couple needs your vote

One East County duo is hoping to earn the title of America's Hottest Culinary Couple.

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  • September 1, 2010
Ranchers endure Ironman Timberman

Nicole and Nick Clark, owners of Fitness Together in Lakewood Ranch, recently competed in and finished the Ironman Timberman 70.3 triathlon Aug. 22 in Gilford, N.H.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 1, 2010
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Danny Walker

Danny Walker shot his lowest score in a tournament - a 68 - at the GSJGA Elite Tour held at The Oaks Country Club in Sarasota Aug. 19-20.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 1, 2010
Aranibar preps for November run-off

Julie Aranibar and Jane Pfeilsticker will be vying for the Manatee County School Board District 3 seat in November.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 1, 2010
Sarasota temple launches Hebrew classes in Ranch

Starting Sept. 14, Temple Sinai will be offering mid-week Hebrew classes at The-Out-of-Door Academy in Lakewood Ranch for students enrolled in its program.

  • East County
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  • Michael Eng
  • September 1, 2010
'Friendly face' appears in East County

Actress Maggie Wheeler, best known for her role as Janice on 'Friends,' discussed Hollywood, her career and other topics during A Conversation with a 'Friend' Aug. 28 at Braden River High School.

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  • Adam Hughes
  • September 1, 2010
Lakewood Ranch home sells for $840K

John and Jennifer Leibold of East Dubuque, Ill., sold their home at 7119 Ashland Glen to Aleene Crognale, Bradenton, for $840,000.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 30, 2010
Manatee County to hold workshop

Manatee County commissioners will hold a workshop Aug. 31 to discuss various county standards and regulations.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 30, 2010
Ranch IDA adopts budget

Lakewood Ranch's Inter-District Authority today adopted a $3.5 million budget, which is down from last year.

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  • By Lainee Jennings
  • August 27, 2010
Pirates pummel Mooney Cougars

Braden River showed domination on both sides of the ball in its 34-14 win over Cardinal Mooney in the annual Kickoff Classic Aug. 27.

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  • By Gene Venditti
  • August 27, 2010
Mustang D holds strong in preseason win

Despite last Friday's downpour, Lakewood Ranch's fans were in full force as the Mustangs kicked off their 2010 season with the annual Kickoff Classic.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 27, 2010
Woodland to host Wellness Expo 2010

The Wellness Expo 2010 event will be held at 6 p.m., Aug. 31, at Woodland, 9607 S.R. 70 E., Bradenton.

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  • August 27, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: YMCA Splash Bash

The Back-to-School Splash Bash will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Aug. 28, at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA, 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

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