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East County | Neighbors

  • By Kathy Siegrist
  • May 11, 2009
Nine-Hole Ladies celebrate 30 years

The Nine-Hole Ladies of Palm-Aire Country Club recently celebrated their 30th anniversary.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Sandy Simmons
  • May 11, 2009
Women's Guild takes runway

Saint Clare of Assisi Women's Guild, Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Community, held its Second Annual Spring Fundraiser Fashion Show April 25 at Palm Aire Country Club.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 7, 2009
Jewish women prep flowerpots

The Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch Jewish Women's Circle worked on mosaic flowerpots during the Pretty Planters pre-Shavuot celebration May 3.

  • East County
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  • May 7, 2009
Donna Hayes shows patriotism

Like a good scout, Commissioner Donna Hayes always comes prepared. She keeps an American flag in her car at all times.

  • East County
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  • Michael Eng
  • April 30, 2009
Young Life loses area director

Steve Sipes founded the Christian organization's East Manatee branch more than 10 years ago.

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 30, 2009
Ranch hospital honors volunteer

Congratulations to Lakewood Ranch Medical Center volunteer Paul Kincade, who was named the hospital's Volunteer of the Year last week.

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 30, 2009
Cut-a-thon raises $4,000

Statements Salon in Lakewood Ranch and the East County community raised nearly $4,000 during the Third Annual C.A.R.E. Cut-a-Thon for Autism April 26.

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  • By Gerald Pankow
  • April 23, 2009
My View: Churches not immune from downturn

With donations falling, church leaders must examine every category of expenses and ministries.

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  • April 23, 2009
Walkers rally for autism event

Walkers rally for autism event

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 23, 2009
Pirate catches Pena's grand slam

Pirate catches Pena's grand slam

  • East County
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