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David LaRusso, the general manager of the Linger Lodge restaurant, says all of the cabins are currently booked.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 2, 2013
FOR SALE AGAIN: Linger Lodge

The owners of East County staple Linger Lodge & Campground have put the little piece of Old Florida up for sale. They cite a rebounding economy.

  • East County
  • News
“If the worst thing they say about me is I work too hard for this community, I’ll take that hit,” Eva Rey says. File Photo
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 2, 2013
Eva Rey in review: year two

Lakewood Ranch Town Hall's executive director again earned glowing reviews from supervisors, but she struggles to hide her affection for work.

  • East County
  • News
Silvia Engel, wearing one of her customized necklaces, lets light shine through the windows of her home studio and listens to upbeat music when she crafts jewelry made with ashes.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 2, 2013
Reflective Creations: Silvia Engel

From a studio in her Lakewood Ranch Home, Silvia Engel makes glass art using ashes for people who want to memorialize lost loved ones.

  • East County
  • News
Dominic Arthur Goodin
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 2, 2013
East County Births

The East County Observer will publish birth announcements the last issue of each month. To have your listing included, please email your information to Managing Editor Pam Eubanks, [email protected].

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Amanda Simon of Pineview School
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • October 1, 2013
The Good News: Amanda Simon of Pine View School

Amanda Simon is a fourth grade teacher at Pine View School. Read more about her and watch a video in this week's Good News.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Imagine School of Lakewood Ranch opened its doors to families for their Scholastic Book Fair
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 1, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 1, 2013

Today's Stories: Objections to groins dismissed by state; DID uncertain about adding residential owners; PHOTO GALLERY: Imagine School Book Fair; City of Sarasota plans invasive-species removal

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • October 1, 2013
Mustangs finish fifth

The Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team finished fifth at the 23-team Crutchfield Hawkins Invitational Sept. 30 in Sebring.

  • East County
  • Sports
The fee reduction, approved the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners last week, is part of a rebound in the local economy, commissioners said.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • October 1, 2013
Manatee County building fees reduced

As of today, more than 50 Manatee County building permit and inspection fees will be reduced by 10%.

  • East County
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 1, 2013
MUNICIPAL FOCUS - A Weekly Commentary: County land sale could lead to controversy

Sarasota County has accepted two proposals each for two parcels of land it intends to sell for development. Who's to say what kind of development should go where?

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 30, 2013
Mustangs hold on for victory

After scoring three touchdowns in the first half, the Lakewood Ranch High football team held on to beat Charlotte 26-23 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
Vera Lombardi and daughter Kelly look through the books
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Imagine School Book Fair

Imagine School of Lakewood Ranch opened its doors to families for their Scholastic Book Fair. Art Teacher Besty Hall transformed the school's library into a carnival fair ground. Balloons, cotton candy and pinstriped ticket booths were used as decoration for the carnival themed book fair. The school was able to encourage children to buy more books by offering gift certificates after a certain amount spent.

  • East County
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Booker running back Marlon Mack carried the ball 19 times for 251 yards and two touchdowns.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Football vs. Booker

A pair of missed extra points proved costly for Braden River, as the host Pirates fell to Booker 20-18 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A black male robbed the 7-Eleven at the 4200 block of State Road 64 E., taking cash, cigarettes and cigars.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • September 30, 2013
Armed gunmen robs 7-Eleven Sunday morning

A man robbed a 7-Eleven early Sunday morning after holding three people at gunpoint inside the store.

  • East County
  • News
Booker High running back Marlon Mack rushed for 251 yards and two touchdowns.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 28, 2013
Tornadoes defense stands tall

The Booker High football team forced two turnovers and blocked an extra point attempt to hold on and beat Braden River 20-18 in non-district action Sept. 27.

  • East County
  • Sports
Hunter Montague listens closely to his friend, Dinorex’s, heartbeat
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: LWR Health & Wellness Expo

Saturday afternoon Lakewood Ranch Medical Center turned into a family fairground of healthy fun. The hospital hosted the annual Health and Wellness Expo, which included fun for the whole family. Disney's Doc McStuffins was there for the kids while inside the lobby, free tests, treats and health tricks were available for parents.

  • East County
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