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Polo players and cowboys did their best to separate cattle so they could pen three consecutively-numbered cattle from the herd.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SMR Cup

Polo players and cowboys tested their skills in a three-day competition Feb. 22 through Feb. 24, during the annual Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Cup.

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Andrew Dulka, 9, fished with his cousin, Sebastian Barrera, 8.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Youth Fishing Tournament

More than 120 children and their families grabbed fishing poles and worms Feb. 23, and headed to Summerfield Lake, in Lakewood Ranch, for Lakewood Ranch's annual Youth Fishing Tournament.

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Michael Bennett ran with his parents, Trey and Arlene Bennett.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Pirate 5K

East County residents and students at Braden River High School headed Feb. 23 to the school's track area, for the Pirate 5K Run/Walk.

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Olivia Harrison, Jillian Mazure and Kaitlin Yawn all are in the fifth grade.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Freedom Elementary Dance

Fathers and daughters at Freedom Elementary School hit the dance floor Feb. 22, during a "Winter Wonderland" themed dance.

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Debbie and David Fink
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 23, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SMART Gala

Supporters of the Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy titested their cooking skills Feb. 28, at the Polo Grill and Bar's Fete Ballroom.

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On Aug. 2, 2012, a little over a month before McGonegal revealed the deficit to the school board Sept. 7, 2012, the former superintendent and six finance employees discussed a possible deficit of $5 million.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
Manatee County Schools' leaders hoped deficit would go away

Prior to former Manatee County Schools Superintendent Tim McGonegal announcement of a 2011-12 $3.4 million budget deficit to the school board and public, district leaders had hoped the deficit would go away.

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Erica Cantu, Emily Williams and Briana Twenty visited the U.S. Army and University of South Florida tables.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch High School Career Fair

Lakewood Ranch High School hosted its fifth annual College and Career Fair Feb. 22. Students were able to talk with local business professionals about their respective fields, as well as with representatives from colleges.

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Be sure to catch this weekend's best bets!
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  • February 22, 2013
Feb. 22: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Gas station owner arrested for welfare fraud; Former Florida Governor Charlie Christ will speak in Lakewood Ranch; Weekend Best Bets; Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

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Justin Matthews showed off an iguana to students.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Gullett Elementary Animal Demo

Justin Matthews, owner of Matthews Wildlife Rescue, showed off a 14-foot python, a Great Horned Owl and more animals to Gullett Elementary School students Feb. 21. Matthews, a master falconer and wildlife rehabilitator, talked about the animal's habitats and biology, relating it to what students are learning in science class.

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Keyla Silva, Julia Price and Jayden Cray
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Bashaw's Save a Heart Week

Bashaw Elementary raised roughly $1,350 at its third annual Save a Heart Week to benefit the Larry King Cardiac Foundation Feb. 11-15.

  • East County
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Ray and Linda Baker and Jane Thompson, seated, with Brian Thompson and Steve Peters, standing
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  • Josh Siegel
  • February 22, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Valentine's Day concert benefits animals

The Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch hosted a Valentine's Day performance featuring Katherine Alexandra and Alexander Dillan, to benefit the organization. Attendees enjoyed cocktails, appetizers and desserts as the enjoyed the show.

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Observer Group Cup polo match starts at 1 p.m. at the Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Lane. Gates open at 11 a.m. for tailgating.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Observer Group Cup

This weekend's polo match starts at 1 p.m.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 22, 2013
Charlie Christ to speak in Lakewood Ranch

Former Florida Gov. Charlie Christ will speak at an awards dinner March 15.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 22, 2013
Mustangs slug past rival Pirates

Cameron Pearcey hit a two-run home run in the top of the first inning to power the visiting Lakewood Ranch High baseball team to an 8-3 victory over Braden River Feb. 21.

  • East County
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Cardinal Mooney's Antonio Blakeney runs up the court with teammate Mitch Arimura, and being followed by St. Petersburg Catholic's Kevin O’Donnell.Photos
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 21, 2013
Cardinal Mooney boys basketball advance the regional finals

The Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball team held on to beat St. Petersburg Catholic 55-51 in the Class 3A-Region 3 semifinals Feb. 19. The Cougars advance the regional finals Feb. 23.

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