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Braden River high senior JT Wright, junior Ty Moore, junior Jackie Sanchez and senior Liam Tvenstrup plan a bootcamp to bring Technology Student Association members together. (File photo)
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 29, 2022
High school survival tips from those who know

Current students offer tips on avoiding high school pitfalls.

  • East County
  • Schools
If parents prepare a base meal for the week in advance, they can throw in different sides each day to add variety, like carrots and celery stick with hummus, a container of yogurt, or strawberries. (Photo via Ello)
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 29, 2022
Early preparation key in getting students to eat healthy

Here are some tips for low-stress meal preparation as your child heads to school.

  • East County
  • Schools
District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh said it is important to reduce the millage rate during the current economic conditions. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 29, 2022
Manatee County Commission will reduce millage rate

The proposed reduced property tax rate would save residents $100 per year on a $500,000 home.

  • East County
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    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 28, 2022
Foundation for Dreams summer camp provides fun experiences in east Bradenton

Campers enjoyed swimming, canoeing, horseback riding and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 28, 2022
East County weather page photo: July 28

Gordon Silver captured this large gator patrolling the waters near a pond at University Parkway and Lorraine Road.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lake Club Giving Circle founder Barbara Najmy and member Julie Swan show off some of the sneakers the giving circle collected for The Twig nonprofit. (Photo by Jay Heater)
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 28, 2022
The Lake Club's circle of giving increases

"If you stay the course and continue to surround yourself with like-minded women, then great things come of it," founder Barbara Najmy says.

  • East County
  • Opinion
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • July 28, 2022
The Observer's 2022 primary election recommendations

CEO Matt Walsh shares his recommendations for races in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Drivers enter through the gatehouse at Country Club, on Legacy Boulevard. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 28, 2022
Lakewood Ranch residents complain of delayed gate access to their communities

The Inter-District Authority says some cases of unresponsiveness could involve human error, problems caused by lightning strikes or internet connectivity issues.

  • East County
  • News
Ivory is right at home in the van. (Photo by Jay Heater)
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 27, 2022
Therapy sheep spreads love to homeless and seniors

Ivory, once an abandoned lamb, makes her impact by spreading joy in Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton assisted living facilities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Central Park's Keith Heifner started his golf collection in 2017 as something to pass on to his son one day. He is always looking for things to add to it, searching garage sales for diamonds in the rough. (Photo by Ryan Kohn)
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 27, 2022
Lakewood Ranch golf fan has an ace collection

Keith Heifner has only been collecting golf clubs and merchandise since 2017 but has nearly filled out his Central Park garage.

  • East County
  • Sports
Commissioner James Satcher talks with County Attorney William Clague during Tuesday's meeting. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 26, 2022
Decision delayed on allowing Manatee County employees to carry weapons in county buildings

The proposal by Commissioner James Satcher could be heard at the Aug. 9 Manatee County Commission meeting.

  • East County
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The $74.5 million improvement project at the I-75/University Parkway intersection included the use of an Acrow temporary bridge. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 26, 2022
Population growth outpaces road improvements in Lakewood Ranch

After spending $196.2 million on East County interchange upgrades, FDOT says more might be needed.

  • East County
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Larry Paul's "Anna Maria Island Sunset 85" will be part of the artist's show at Island Gallery West. (Courtesy Photo by Larry Paul.)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • July 26, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for July 28 to Aug. 3

Dance takes center stage in Sarasota this week, and there's also art, theater, music and comedy on tap at local venues.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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This Lake Club home at 8469 Pavia Way sold for $2.81 million. Built in 2021, it has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool, and 3,832 square feet of living area. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • July 26, 2022
Lake Club home tops sales at $2.81 million

A home in The Lake Club tops this week's sales at $2.81 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
(Rendering courtesy of Manatee County)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • July 25, 2022
Land use change proposal moves forward for Lena Road property

The Manatee County Commission will decide whether to change the land use designation on its controversial East County parcel for resale.

  • East County
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