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East County

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 7, 2014
Hidden Gate closes after 15 years

Shop owners say they can't compete in the changing retail market.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
News Briefs

Senate approves faster speed limit on I-75; LECOM and SCF join forces for master's program; School board member cleared of ethics violation

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A request form and a proposal were submitted April 24, to bring a Wawa convenience store and gas station to University Parkway and Honor Avenue.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 7, 2014
Landowner submits plans for Wawa gas station/store

Drivers traveling on University Parkway near Honore Avenue may have a new gas station to frequent - one that has earned a reputation for its food and beverage options.

  • East County
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Boice
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 7, 2014
Principals relocate to East County schools

Three longtime Manatee County educators prepare for the transition to East County schools.

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    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • May 7, 2014
FDOT continues push for interstate funding

Officials expect leftover money from other projects to fund interchange improvements for I-75 and University Parkway.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 7, 2014
Students race toward nationals

Merritt Kendzior, Hannah Figueras, Madelyn Kumar, Victoria Sinclair and Domenic Aluise will compete in the F1 in Schools National Final, at Michigan International Speedway.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 7, 2014
Dominant Defender

Cardinal Mooney junior Alex Stoffel helped lead the boys lacrosse team to its first district title in three years this season.

  • East County
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Kathy Keebler says goodbye to students, such as Kadence Baker, on her last day at Braden River Elementary, April 30. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 7, 2014
Longtime BRE secretary retires

Kathy Keebler plans to travel with her husband during her retirement.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2014
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 7, 2014
Sidelines

Lakewood Ranch WGA celebrates; Rosedale raises money for GSJGA; Local student wins Spirit Award

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  • Jen Blanco
  • May 7, 2014
Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

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Eleven-year-old Kaylee Cooper battles a Pinecrest Premier midfielder for possession.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • May 7, 2014
Braden River Rage teams dominate Sarasota Cup

The Braden River Rage U9 and U15 boys and U11 and U16 girls were four of 145 teams that hit the field for the 2014 Sarasota Cup April 26 and April 27, at various venues.

  • East County
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Courtesy photos Former "American Idol" contestant Sam Woolf juggles his newfound stardom and time with his friends and family as he prepares for the show’s summer tour.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 7, 2014
Balancing Act

After being voted off 'American Idol,' Sam Woolf juggles his newfound celebrity status and his former life.

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    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • May 7, 2014
Country Club Village home sells for $1.04M

A home in Country Club Village at Lakewood Ranch tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

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Diane Maddaleno has been coming to the Meals on Wheels Plus Daybreak Adult Day Services for five years. Pictured with Chief Development Officer Kristen Theisen, Maddaleno says she enjoys the variety of activities and discussions the organization offers.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • May 7, 2014
The Good News: Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee strives to improve the lives of seniors in the area through both traditional meal delivery programs and supportive care-giving services.

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