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Steube will discuss medical marijuana legislation.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • May 1, 2014
Steube hosts citizens for supper

Citizens will have a chance to discuss issues of concern with Manatee County Sheriff Brad Steube at the Supper with the Sheriff event Thursday night.

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Cristi Valentine reads over a clue to determine the next stop on the hunt.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 30, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: IDA scavenger hunt

Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority employees worked together for a scavenger hunt, April 30, at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

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  • April 30, 2014
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Along with sushi, Pacific Rim offers a variety of fusion foods, including steak, lobster and grilled fish.
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 30, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Pacific Rim

This week we went in the kitchen at Pacific Rim with owner Veth Senenoi and chef Bryan while he prepares the Hot Lava Roll, a spicy makimono sushi roll filled with cream cheese and crab stick, and topped with a baked medley of sauces and seafood.

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Judith Keeler first got involved with Venice Area Beautification Inc. after moving to the area in 2008. Now, as its president, she enjoys connecting with fellow volunteers.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • April 30, 2014
The Good News: Judith Keeler

Through its strong volunteer base and community support, Venice Area Beautification Inc. strives to make Venice a more beautiful place to live, work and play.

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  • April 30, 2014
Ranch resident honored for service

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce recognized Lakewood Ranch resident Wendy Nebrijah for her fight against drug addiction during the second Champions of Healthcare Awards breakfast.

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 30, 2014
Nolan teacher, team win robot war

Nolan Middle School students may not have come home grand champions from the world VEX Robotics competition last week, in California, but they took home top honors.

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Heather Kasten will start as the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's new executive director May 12. She currently serves as Sarasota Chamber of Commerce’s vice president of membership. Photo by Josh Siegel
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 30, 2014
Business alliance hires new executive director

Heather Kasten plans to lead the charge for growth and economic development in the Lakewood Ranch area.

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Construction of Hyundai of Lakewood started earlier this month. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 30, 2014
Dealership relocates to East County

Gettel Automotive Group sees Lakewood Ranch as a prime location for its new dealership.

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  • April 30, 2014
Letters to the Editor

Observer readers weigh in on current issues and events.

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  • April 30, 2014
News Briefs

Manatee County School District CFO resigns; School District enacts temporary spending freeze

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 30, 2014
Saputo awarded DAR Medal of Honor

Gold Coast Eagle's Col. John Saputo becomes one of about 1,500 people honored with the award since 1972.

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Lakewood Ranch junior Talia Falco won the triple jump with a jump of 36 feet, 10.5 inches.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 30, 2014
Mustang Stampede

Sisters Talia and Sophia Falco will lead the Lakewood Ranch High track team into the FHSAA Class 3A track and field championships May 3, in Jacksonville.

  • East County
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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 30, 2014
High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

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Out-of-Door Academy tennis players Mary Ann Rompf and Maria Ross will play together on the junior tennis circuit this summer. They hope to defend their state titles in the spring. Photo by Jen Blanco
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  • Jen Blanco
  • April 30, 2014
Perfect Pair

The Out-of-Door Academy freshmen state champions Maria Ross and Mary Ann Rompf will continue their doubles partnership on the USTA junior tennis circuit.

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