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  • By Pam McTeer
  • July 8, 2009
Sarasota Baptist starts preschool program

The Lakewood Ranch church is accepting applications for its Parents Morning Out, open to children ages 2-4.

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  • July 8, 2009
Freshman Mustang goes the distance

Kristin Zarrella qualified for her fifth trip to the Junior Olympics after winning the 1,500- and 3,000-meter dashes at the Amateur Athletic Union State Finals at the University of Florida.

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  • July 8, 2009
Braden River builds foundation for future

The Braden River High School coaching staff is hosting its first Freshman Athletic Foundations Camp this month.

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  • July 8, 2009
Athlete of the Week: Christian Lowe

The Observer spotlights Little League Minor's Division All-Star Christian Lowe.

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  • July 7, 2009
Pirates kicker scores at National Kicking Combine Series

Braden River High kicker Kadin Kerns took home top honors in kickoffs at at the National Kicking Combine Series Regional Competition June 27 in Tampa.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • July 7, 2009
Burglary suspect arrested at traffic crash

Bradenton resident Janet Fischer was arrested on an outstanding burglary warrant Monday after she rear-ended a Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputy at a red light on State Road 64.

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  • July 6, 2009
Sarasota to reexamine Ranch Villages

Sarasota County commissioners will reconsider the proposal at its meeting this Wednesday.

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  • July 6, 2009
Trial begins for Thomas Fast

Jury selection begins today for the man accused of killing and dismembering his stepmother, Tara resident Susan Fast.

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  • July 3, 2009
Meadows displays its patriotism

The Meadows Country Club held a flag-raising ceremony at its new cell tower July 3.

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  • July 3, 2009
Realtors celebrate Fourth of July

More than 80 Realtors gathered at the "Siesta Sand" model in the Mandalay community July 2 for a special luncheon and patriotic celebration.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • July 3, 2009
TechHouse leads food drive

TechHouse is kicking off its second annual Food Drive: Summer Harvest 2009. This year, the effort includes helping animal rescue groups as well.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • July 2, 2009
Manatee seeks child advocates

Manatee has five openings for a citizens advisory committee that makes recommendations county commission on children's issues.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • July 2, 2009
Florida institutes news seat belt law

On June 30, a new seat belt law went into effect, making it a primary offense not to wear a seat belt. The change means that law enforcement officers can pull over cars if they spot a driver, front seat passenger or individuals under 18 years old not wearing a seat belt.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • July 2, 2009
FHP announces new commander

On July 1, FHP Patrol Director Col. John Czernis announced that Maj. Brent Coates will be assuming the reigns for Troop F, which covers Manatee and Sarasota counties.

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  • July 1, 2009
Spirit of America

From the Pilgrims' first courageous footsteps on America's shore to Neil Armstrong's first footsteps on the Moon, the spirit of America is unique.

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