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  • Jen Blanco
  • June 1, 2010
Peterson, Johnston Smith named 2010 Developmental Coach of the Year

U.S. Figure Skating and the Professional Skaters Association recently named Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex's Jim Peterson, Lyndon Johnston and Alison Smith as the 2010 Developmental Coach of the Year.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • June 1, 2010
FCA to host summer tennis clinics

Lakewood Ranch High girls tennis coach and Fellowship of Christian Athletes area director Jason Golden will host a junior tennis clinic June 14 through Aug. 19 at Palm-Aire Country Club, 5601 Country Club Way, Sarasota.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 31, 2010
Community Golf Scores 05.18.10 to 05.26.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

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  • Michael Eng
  • May 28, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Tribute to Heroes Memorial Day Parade

Lakewood Ranch will host its annual Tribute to Heroes Memorial Day Parade at noon, May 30, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 28, 2010
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Gullett Elementary (WITH VIDEO)

Children at Gullett Elementary School showed off what they've been learning in school Thursday night at the school's science fair. The East County Observer got a first-hand look at several of the projects.

  • East County
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  • Michael Eng
  • May 27, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Ruff Life

Heritage Harbour resident Jill Cushing got the idea for her new T-shirt business from her sons, Eamon and Ethan.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 27, 2010
Fishkind presents study (WITH VIDEO)

Economist Dr. Hank Fishkind defended the findings of his feasibility study for the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch during a forum Tuesday.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 27, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: Summer Reads

East County residents share what books top their summer reading lists.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 27, 2010
County discusses budget today

County Administrator Ed Hunzeker and Director of Finance Jim Seuffert will go over the budgeting process, budget highlights and other documentation.

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  • By Melissa Williams
  • May 26, 2010
Professional Golf Tips 101: Greenside Bunker

East County PGA Professionals offer tips for improving your game.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • May 26, 2010
Clayton family remembers son

Kyle Clayton, son of Rosedale Golf & Country Club PGA Professional Mike Clayton, died May 16. He was 28 years old.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • May 26, 2010
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The Braden River football team invaded Raymond James Stadium May 22 for an intrasquad scrimmage -- complete with officials, cheerleaders and the school band.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • May 26, 2010
Centerfielder inks ODA's first baseball scholarship

Senior Sean Fleeman signed a letter-of-intent to play baseball for Limestone College during ODA's baseball banquet.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 26, 2010
Sheriff Steube to speak at Ranch

Manatee County Sheriff Brad Steube will meet with Greenbrook and Summerfield/Riverwalk residents at 7 p.m., June 1, at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall, 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 26, 2010
IS RANCH TOWN HALL TRANSPARENT?

Some Lakewood Ranch residents say the Community Development Districts are not providing enough information regarding their actions. Community Manager Bob Fernandez said Town Hall's handling of public information is better than ever.

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