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East County

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  • Berkley Mason
  • October 4, 2016
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center recognized for quality services

The hospital has earned The Joint Commission's stamp of approval for treating stroke patients.

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The meeting will be held at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 3, 2016
Sales tax presentation comes to Lakewood Ranch

Commissioner Vanessa Baugh will host the first of a series of sales tax referendum presentations.

  • East County
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The new building, a project that began in June, will be occupied in November.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • October 3, 2016
Bashaw Elementary improvements reach new stage

A $14.7 million upgrade has administrators and teachers excited about the future.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 1, 2016
Tara Golf and Country Club members celebrate German culture

The club hosted an Oktoberfest event Oct. 1.

  • East County
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Elks' Tonya and Jerry Ditty enjoy the tournament they organized. Tonya made the pulled pork and baked beans for the dinner.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 1, 2016
Lakewood Ranch Elks put together big score for charity

Benefit golf tournament raised more than $7,000 for club's charities.

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It's time for the football roundup.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 1, 2016
East County Football Final

This week's scoreboard features one blowout win and two tough losses.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 30, 2016
Premier Sports Campus launches film series

The first 'Movies on the Green' featured 'The Sandlot.'

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    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 30, 2016
Impaired drivers target of traffic operation

Florida Highway Patrol will conduct a DUI Wolfpack Operation this weekend.

  • East County
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The library foundation will use the money for a literacy program.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 30, 2016
Nicholas Sparks writes chapter for Manatee literacy initiative

The best-selling author will headline a library foundation fundraiser in February 2017.

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The sculpture, "Vortex," designed by artist Malcolm Robertson, will now count down the days to the 2017 World Rowing Championships at Nathan Benderson Park.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 29, 2016
World Rowing Championships tickets go on sale

The 2017 World Rowing Championships will be held at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.

  • East County
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Beth and Duane "Dog" Chapman are known for their television series and expertise in bounty hunting. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 29, 2016
Dog the Bounty Hunter finds way to East County

Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman will share his life story at The Source Church.

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Drew Angelo's best skill? Getting himself out of trouble on the course, per his Lakewood Ranch coach John Victor.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 28, 2016
Lakewood Ranch sophomore golfer has short game to achieve lofty goals

Mustangs' No. 1 hopes his talent leads to a college scholarship.

  • East County
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Ryan Kohn.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 28, 2016
New sports writer takes over at East County Observer

A whole new ball game in East County sports

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Hailey, Rachel and Audrey Weeks often enjoy evenings at the park.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 28, 2016
Single mom's battle for vision offers an inspiring sight

Greenbrook woman wages marathon struggle against Usher syndrome.

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Pastor Steve Coad and church members have worked over the last three months to remodel the interior of the church building in an industrial, barn style.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
New Oasis' home springs to life

Congregation hopes its new building becomes a hub of activity.

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