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East County

Proposed improvements include an expansion to the Braden River Library.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
Can commissioners sell the sales tax?

Officials schedule workshops to teach rationale behind the sales tax.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 28, 2016
Cops Corner: East County 09.28.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

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Howie and Harry won't be available for adoption for a few more weeks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
East County resident’s love of dogs fosters a novel idea

A Summerfield author has written a guide to fostering pooches.

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Carl Berstresser shows off to neighbors a seven-foot snake he caught. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
Man's will preserves property forever

In death, Carl Bergstresser hopes to preserve his Braden River property for wildlife.

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Authorities are still looking for suspects.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 27, 2016
Manatee County drug deal goes awry

A man was shot after drug transaction turned into a robbery in Palmetto.

  • East County
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Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam speaks at the Florida Energy Summit in 2013. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 26, 2016
Adam Putnam visits Lakewood Ranch

State commissioner on agriculture will share with business professionals at a luncheon Tuesday.

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Sandrina Bellino, a Zumba instructor in Lakewood Ranch, leads a Latin-inspired dance during the Viva Latino festival.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 25, 2016
Viva Latino festival spices up Lakewood Main Street

Visitors flock to East County to celebrate and learn about Latino culture.

  • East County
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Some colorful peppers are for sale at the Health and Wellness Expo's farmers market.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 24, 2016
Lakewood Ranch Health Expo produces fresh ideas

Sixth annual event adds farmers market to other offerings.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 23, 2016
Dance fever hits Freedom families

More than 200 people turn out for mother-son night.

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Olympic rowing gold medalist Amanda Polk, who performed in Rio with the winning United States women's eight team, signals the countdown to the World Championships with a cowbell.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 23, 2016
Countdown begins to 2017 World Rowing Championships at Benderson Park

Sculpture 'Vortex' unveiled to handle the countdown.

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  • Jay Heater
  • September 21, 2016
Cops Corner: East County 09.21.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner!

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 21, 2016
Businesses battle overtime regulations

A workshop will help businesses navigate new pay-related law.

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Adam, Reece and Jessica Gardner say they take it one day at a time as a family living with juvenile arthritis.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 21, 2016
Arthritis Foundation takes painful steps toward awareness

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
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New owners closed on the former Center for Building Hope property Sept. 15. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 21, 2016
Couple buys Center for Building Hope building

Manatee County Commission approves budget

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Six LED light fixtures are located along the east side of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard, near River Club Boulevard. The two northernmost fixtures will be swapped out for an alternative fixture and light color option. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 21, 2016
LED street lighting has bright future

Conversion to new system in Lakewood Ranch should save $1.5 million over 20 years.

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