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  • Observer Staff
  • June 1, 2009
State releases FCAT results

Although 2009 FCAT scores show mixed results, overall, East County students outperformed the state average in most areas, according to results released by the Florida Department of Education last week.

  • East County
  • Schools
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 29, 2009
Mustangs prevail in spring game

After trailing 14-13 at halftime, the Mustangs reclaimed the lead early in the third quarter of Friday night's spring game against Cape Coral Island Coast when quarterback Reggie Lindsey connected with Damen Gilbert on a 47-yard completion.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam McTeer
  • May 29, 2009
Recommendations made for three new principals

Superintendent Tim McGonegal recommends Dr. Ron Hirst for Bashaw Elementary, Jim Mennes for Freedom Elementary and Norma Scott for McNeal Elementary.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Pam McTeer
  • May 29, 2009
SMR makes search easier for homebuyers

Visitors to the Ranch's Information Center at 6220 University Parkway can now check out a GPS navigation unit to more easily find model homes and other amenities in the community.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 29, 2009
Burglars steal $50,000 in Christmas decorations

According to Manatee County Sheriff's Office reports, sometime between May 5 and May 27, unknown suspects broke into a storage space at 3210 59th Drive E.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 29, 2009
Burglars strike East County storage facility

According to a sheriff's office report released Thursday night, sometime between May 14 and May 26, unknown persons entered the 4 Star Storage at 3106 81st Court E. and broke into six RV vehicles.

  • East County
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  • May 29, 2009
Emergency management tests readiness

Today and Monday, Manatee County Emergency Management will test its ability to host thousands of displaced residents during a hypothetical storm event.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 28, 2009
Tevin Bryant powers Pirates past Rams

Led by junior tailback Tevin Bryant, the Pirates racked up 377 yards of total offense on their way to a 35-20 victory over the Rams.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 28, 2009
Hunzeker unveils proposed county budget

Manatee County Administrator Ed Hunzeker today put forth a $497 million net budget for next year, which is $33.7 million less than this year's budget due to significant declines in revenue.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 28, 2009
Legacy announces Silver Annual Golf Program

The Silver Annual Golf Program offers unlimited golf and use of the practice range facility from May 1 through Dec. 31.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 27, 2009
Car chase ends in Lakewood Ranch

An East County man was taken into custody following a car chase that began in West Bradenton and ended in Lakewood Ranch Wednesday.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • May 27, 2009
Ranch student earns scholarship

Congratulations to Lakewood Ranch High School student Sydney Yoder, who is one of 10 local students to receive a scholarship from the Peace River Electric Cooperative's charitable foundation, Operation Round Up.

  • East County
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  • By Pam McTeer
  • May 27, 2009
Ranch senior wins National Merit Scholarship

Lakewood Ranch High School senior Juntao Zhu was recently awarded a National Merit Scholarship from the University of Florida.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • May 27, 2009
BRE celebrates 20 years

Braden River Elementary officials pulled out old scrapbooks and photographs for viewing at a special celebration May 21.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • May 27, 2009
Harborage home up for raffle

Dream House Charity will raffle off a home in The Harborage to benefit Manatee Children's Services. The raffle begins June 1.

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