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East County | Neighbors

Bruce Silverman captured this shot of a baby turtle in Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 8, 2016
East County weather page photo: Sept. 8

Bruce Silverman captured this shot of a baby turtle in Lakewood Ranch.

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Jeannie Sparks captured this shot of a curious lizard at Jiggs Landing.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 1, 2016
East County weather page photo: Sept. 1

Jeannie Sparks captured this shot of a curious lizard at Jiggs Landing.

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Authorities captured the suspect today.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 30, 2016
Bradenton stabbing suspect arrested

Authorities arrested Hugo Orona for stabbing his roommate.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 26, 2016
GreyHawk youth dance the night away at social event.

Glitter tattos, karaoke highlight of event.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 26, 2016
Warriors at Ranch helps veterans

Women veterans focus of fundraiser.

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Cathy Duguay captured this cloudy morning sunrise in Braden Woods in Manatee County.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 25, 2016
East County weather page photo: August 25

Cathy Duguay captured this cloudy morning sunrise in Braden Woods in Manatee County.

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Ringling students painted fire hydrants and signs as part of the event. Photo by Cheryl Eason.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Dog-gone hydrants on fire

Nate's Hydrants for Hounds fundraiser a success with help of Ringling art students.

  • East County
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Sophia Masterson shines during a recent Young Artist Program performance through the annual Opera for Animals, Singing is Saving fundraiser at Palm Aire Country Club.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 24, 2016
Sophia sings

Lakewood High graduate studies a career that sounds great.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 20, 2016
Women celebrate voting rights

The Women's League of Voters hosted its annual Equity Day Luncheon today.

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This aerial shows Rye Road's intersection with State Road 64.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 20, 2016
Input sought for possible S.R. 64/Rye Road project

FDOT seeks public opinion before considering construction.

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1752 Lincoln Park Circle
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • August 18, 2016
Three Things: What floats your boat?

Sarasota is perfect for boating enthusiasts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A perfect Sarasota sunset from the Kalin penthouse, located in Sarabande on Palm Avenue. The view extends over the marina, past the keys and out to the Gulf of Mexico.
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • August 18, 2016
Sophisticated lady

A downtown penthouse is a tribute to Alyce Kalin’s impeccable taste.

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Jeannie Sparks captured this shot of a butterfly in the marsh on River Club Road in Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 18, 2016
East County weather page photo: August 18

Jeannie Sparks captured this shot of a butterfly in the marsh on River Club Road in Lakewood Ranch.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 13, 2016
Gold Coast Eagle Distributing Grand Champion Celebration

Gold Coast Eagle Distributing celebrates its award as best wholesaler in the nation

  • East County
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • August 13, 2016
Woodland Community Church starts the school year with a bash

Hundreds of families braved the rain to attend Woodland Community Church's first annual Back to School Bash.

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