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Justin Halas said he can' t fathom he is teaching a "High on Jesus" class.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 21, 2016
Former addict now leads church group in Lakewood Ranch

Harvest United Methodist Church supports man's redemption in leading recovery ministry.

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Eyob Fulmer, 3, eagerly eats a bowl of chicken Alfredo, fed to him by his mom, Ashlie Fulmer.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 21, 2016
Adoption story adds cheer to holiday season

Adoption story proves lesson in God's timing.

  • East County
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USA Group's Lance Craft and Ben Edmond say the company wants community support before it will move forward with installing small cell to improve cellular service in Lakewood Ranch. USA Groups is targeted communities that value aesthetics.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 21, 2016
Lakewood Ranch target of new cellular technology

A cell tower developer says it can help improve service in Lakewood Ranch, while maintaining community aesthetics.

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Conner Dutting-Morrell.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 21, 2016
Braden River racer zooms past adult competition

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Chance Sharbono.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 21, 2016
Braden River wrestler has one last chance to win state title

He finished third in the 138-pound class last season.

  • East County
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Nate Patrick, Out-of-Door Academy. File photo.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 21, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 12.21.16

East County High 5 Moments: 12.21.16

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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 21, 2016
That's the ticket ...

The top matchups this week in East County sports.

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Sales tax revenues are slated for repairs and replacement of playground equipment and other needs. John Marble Park, pictured here, will receive several improvements. File photo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 19, 2016
Manatee County forming sales tax oversight committee

Residents of unincorporated Manatee can apply through Jan. 6.

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East County Weekend Roundup: 12.19.16
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 19, 2016
East County Weekend Roundup: 12.19.16

A successful basketball weekend for the area's trio of schools.

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Ashley Murnen portrays Baloo, the bear, in "The Jungle Book." Photo by Sorcha Augustine.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 19, 2016
Creatures great and small highlight student performances

Woodland Fine Arts Academy presented three shows for audiences.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 16, 2016
Walkin' down Candy Cane Lane

Willis Elementary holiday show celebrates diversity.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 15, 2016
East County weather page photo: Dec. 15

Mary Tygh Parks captured this photo of a limpkin that was hanging out in Myakka River State Park.

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Officials from Zilber, Homes by Towne and Schroeder-Manatee Ranch cut a ceremonial ribbon Dec. 14.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 15, 2016
Echo Lake Apartments opens in Lakewood Ranch

The complex is designed with lifestyle in mind.

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East County Thursday Roundup: 12.15.16
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 15, 2016
East County Thursday Roundup: 12.15.16

Golf results dominated the slate.

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  • Berkley Mason
  • December 14, 2016
Inspirational performance by Girl Scouts hits home for Lakewood Ranch seniors

About 40 Girl Scouts appeared at an Elderly home, offering them a sweet Christmas gift.

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Amanda Parrish is serving as the EDC's interim CEO, and Elizabeth Cordes is the director of business recruitment and expansion.
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Angelina Goesch and her mom, Ana Goesch, founder of Dogs of Lakewood Ranch, pose with Ana's 4-year-old Golden retriever, Maple.
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Manatee County's District 1 commission seat was left vacant after Carol Felts died suddenly Feb. 24.
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Construction has advanced quickly from Feb. 8 when this aerial photo was taken. The vantage point shows how close the school is from one of the runways at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
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