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Lakewood Ranch quarterback Chad Rex rushed for 98 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Mustangs to a 42-31 victory over rival Braden River Sept. 20.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • September 21, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Football vs. Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch High football team defeated rival Braden River 42-31 in the Class 7A-District 10 opener Sept. 20.

  • East County
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ODA senior David Grain returned from a sprained ankle to lead the Thunder to its first victory of the season.
  • By Carson Jungers and Jake Romine
  • September 21, 2013
ODA notches first win

The Out-of-Door Academy dominated Citrus Park Christian Sept. 20, as the Thunder defeated the Eagles 42-0 and ended its three-game losing streak.

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JP Legutko gets his first dish of the evening
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 21, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Main Street BBQ Cook Off

Lakewood Ranch restaurants competed for the title of best BBQ Saturday night on Main Street. Hundreds of BBQ lovers came out to test and judge the food for themselves. From BBQ tacos to kebabs, the competition was hot.

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Adler McNesby, 5, waits to catch a wave.
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • September 21, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Hang Ten for Autism

The Center for Autism and Research Education or C.A.R.E gave autistic children a surfing experience Saturday, Sept. 21, on Siesta Key beach to provide them with a multi-sensory experience. This is the fourth year of the Hang Ten for Autism Surf Event.

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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 21, 2013
Quotes Observed: Sept. 14 - Sept. 21

Each weekend, we bring you a collection of quotes from the biggest (or quirkiest) Observer and national news stories of the week.

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The Cardinal Mooney football team improved to 3-0 with a 28-0 victory over Avon Park Sept. 20.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 21, 2013
Patterson scores two TDS in Cougars win

Senior running back Demardre Patterson rushed for 116 yards and two touchdowns to lead Cardinal Mooney to a 28-0 victory over Avon Park in non-district action Sept. 20.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch running back J.T. Fischer rushed for 135 yards and a touchdown.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 20, 2013
Mustangs rush to fourth-straight victory over the Pirates

Lakewood Ranch quarterback Chad Rex and running back J.T. Fischer combined for 233 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Mustangs to a 42-31 victory over rival Braden River tonight in the Class 7A-District 10 opener.

  • East County
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The Sarasota Tiger Bay Club met Thursday for a panel discussion on the direction of Florida’s economic development.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 20, 2013
Sept. 20: Daily Headlines

Today's Stories: Tiger Bay looks to Florida's economic future; Old Publix plaza coming down in October; Arts organizations share collective vision; The Good News: Dave Strickland of American Cancer Society; New lift station team holds community meeting

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Florida State Senator Nancy Detert, center, moderated Thursday's panel discussion on Florida's economy. With her are Norma Roembke, left, and Linda Long.
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • September 20, 2013
Tiger Bay looks to Florida's economic future

The Sarasota Tiger Bay Club met Thursday for a panel discussion on the direction of Florida's economic development - and the ideas were big.

  • Siesta Key
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Rita Smith and Frank Verdel
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: HBA BRAG Breakfast

Members of the Home Builders Association started their day with a networking breakfast. The breakfast was held in a model home in one of Neal Communities' newest neighborhoods, The Highlands. Builders, brokers and Realtors networked over a cup of coffee and a croissant.

  • East County
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Luis de Jesus, of Pincher’s Crab Shack, prepares ribs for the crowd at last year’s cook-off. Pincher’s won the coveted "People's Choice" title
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • September 20, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Main Street Restaurant BBQ Cook-off

Lakewood Ranch Main Street restaurants will compete to win the award for best barbeque at the fifth annual Main Street Restaurant BBQ Cook-off Saturday, Sept. 21.

  • East County
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After her own family’s struggle with addiction, Leslie Glass hopes to remove the stigma surrounding it with her new documentary, ‘The Silent Majority.'
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 19, 2013
Sept. 19: Daily Headlines

Today's Stories: Big Pass dredging plans unveiled; County votes to adopt budget tonight; St. Armands Circle BID extension approved; Sarasota man arrested on child pornography charges

  • Longboat Key
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Daniel Hendersan and Aidan Groves do their best worst dance.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 19, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Nolan Middle Back to School Dance

Nolan Middle School held its back-to-school dance Wednesday night for its students. Sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders danced along to Top 40 songs in the school's cafeteria. With a DJ and the help of members of staff, students had a great time.

  • East County
  • News
Although property rates are unchanged, homeowners will pay more in property taxes due to a countywide average 4% increase in property values.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • September 19, 2013
County votes to adopt budget tonight

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will adopt a final 2013-14 budget at its final public hearing, 6 p.m., Thursday night.

  • East County
  • News
Ray Pilon and Ed Brodsky
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Reception Honoring Representative Ray Pilon

Supporters gathered for a special reception honoring Representative Ray Pilon Wednesday, Sept. 18, at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing.

  • Sarasota
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