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Jaide Brown
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 18, 2014
Kiddie Academy children play at Camp Adventure

Children seeking adventure are touring East County and Tampa Bay for the next two months.

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Dianna Staab submitted this sunrise photo, taken from her lanai in Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Observer Staff
  • June 18, 2014
Weather: East County

Dianna Staab submitted this sunrise photo, taken from her lanai in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
All lanes open on southbound I-75, after temporary closures at mildm raker 215, due to dump truck spillage on the roadway.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 17, 2014
UPDATE: All lanes open on southbound I-75

All lanes open on southbound I-75, after temporary closures at mildm raker 215, due to dump truck spillage on the roadway.

  • East County
  • News
Drivers will see delays near mile marker 215 on southbound I-75
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 17, 2014
Emergency lane closures on I-75 southbound

According to Florida Dept. of Transportation, Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 215 has emergency lane closures, after a dump truck spilled 'muck' on the roadway this morning. One lane has been reopened, and the emergency lane is open to re-route traffic.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 16, 2014
Authorities seek burglar in River Club

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is following up on leads.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 16, 2014
Homeless man robbed

A homeless man was injured during a robbery Sunday.

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Myakka City resident Dixie Cline has been out to Ancient Oaks Gun Club several times since it opened.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • June 15, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Manatee Chamber Sporting Clays Fun Shoot

Nearly 120 Manatee Chamber of Commerce members put their shooting skills to the test during the organization's first Sporting Clays Fun Shoot June 13, at Ancient Oaks Gun Club. Participants attempted to hit 50 clay targets spread over three courses. Awards were presented to the top three teams as well as the highest individual shooter.

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Roger DeWitt and John Raber, both members of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 18, prepare to raise the flag.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 14, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm Aire Flag Day Ceremony

To show patriotism and in honor of Flag Day, June 14, Palm Aire residents observed a Flag Day ceremony by veterans and JROTC members, followed by the display of the United States' flag.

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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 13, 2014
Braden River High instructors take first in state STEM competition

Braden River High School instructors David Sheppard and Gil Burlew won first place at the State STEM Manufacturing Showcase Competition May 29, in Orlando.

  • East County
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Monroe Racleful and his daughter, Delilah, snack on donuts.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Donuts for Dad

The Donuts for Dads event June 13, at Primrose School at Lakewood Ranch Town Center, lived up to its name, as students and their fathers snacked on muffins, donuts and other breakfast items. Students also gave their fathers their Father's Day gifts.

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Juliana Misser tries to blow a bubble.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 12, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Kiddie Academy's Camp Adventure

From 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., June 10 through Aug. 16, Kindergarten through fifth-grade students enjoy ranges of summer camp activities, such as field trips to aquariums and crafting gifts for Father's Day.

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Tom Hughes will serve as the new director of operations for the Sarasota Polo Club at Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 12, 2014
Sarasota Polo Club names new director

The Sarasota Polo Club named Tom Hughes as the director of Polo operations.

  • East County
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Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Executive Director Eva Rey is ready to get back to work in her office Thursday after receiving a new contract extension and bonus.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • June 12, 2014
Rey earns three-year contract and bonus

Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Executive Director Eva Rey received unanimous support, a three-year contract extension and a $5,000 bonus Thursday at Town Hall.

  • East County
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More than 100 stores will occupy The Mall at University Town Center.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 12, 2014
UPDATE: More big name retailers set to join University Town Center lineup

The Mall at University Town Center will feature more than 100 stores and a multitude of restaurants when it opens Oct. 16.

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District 73 Rep. Greg Steube speaks about I-75 and University Parkway construction plans.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • June 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Legislative Wrap Up and Luncheon

The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance hosted its quarterly Legislative Wrap-up and Luncheon, June 11, at the Polo Grill and Bar. Alliance members enjoyed lunch and listened to presentations by government officials, such as Rep. Greg Steube of District 73.

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