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  • August 9, 2012
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Sen. Mike Bennett was interviewed by numerous television crews following the meeting.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 9, 2012
Willowbrook homeowners calling for action

About 50 residents gathered Wednesday night to share their concerns with Sen. Mike Bennett about the condition of their homes, which are experiencing severe issues from water intrusion.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 9, 2012
Planning Commission reviews density increase

The developer of the Eagle Trace subdivision is seeking to increase the number of residential units for the property.

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Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
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  • August 8, 2012
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  • August 8, 2012
YourObserver.com earns top awards

Yourobserver.com has claimed first place in four 2012 Local Media Association Community Web Site awards.

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  • August 8, 2012
Mustang coach resigns, assumes new position

Lakewood Ranch High baseball coach Mike Mullen recently announced his resignation after assuming the role of Lakewood's new assistant principal.

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When Caroline Birch isn't busy handing out lemons on street corners, she enjoys playing softball, hanging out with friends and going to the beach, she said.
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  • August 8, 2012
When Life Hands You Lemons

Instead of receiving gifts on her birthday, 12-year-old Caroline Birch gave to others.

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Dr. Alfredo Giangreco, right, and Dr. Federico Frias, behind, said they are excited the hospital will have pediatric emergency room doctor.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 8, 2012
Hospital to add pediatrics unit

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center will soon have a designated pediatric physician working in its emergency room, and will add a six-bed pediatric unit.

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This rendering depicts the extension of Cattlemen Road and Sarasota County's future world-class rowing venue at Nathan Benderson Park. Construction crews now are working to shape the 30-acre "regatta island" pictured above. Courtesy rendering.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 8, 2012
Nathan Benderson Park lake starts world-class transition

Sarasota County will begin dredging the lake at Nathan Benderson Park as part of plans to create a world-class rowing venue.

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Ben Jordan, center, reviews the conceptual plans with other attendees. Photos by Pam Eubanks.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 8, 2012
County plans improvements for Fort Hamer Park

Manatee County officials seek public input on the plans.

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Taylor Morrison is planning to develop a 400-acre parcel in Lakewood Ranch. Manatee County Building and Development Services.
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  • August 8, 2012
Taylor Morrison eyes Esplanade expansion

The builder is moving forward with plans to expand its existing Esplanade community in Lakewood Ranch.

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  • August 8, 2012
Observed: Celebrate your rights; keep it civil

An East County resident had called to tell us we should get over to the State Road 70 Chick-fil-A location Aug. 1. The lines, he said, were extraordinary.

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Julie Aranibar, an East County resident, represents District 3 on the Manatee County School Board.
  • By Julie Aranibar
  • August 8, 2012
My View: Bring our best to our schools

Back-to-School signs and displays are in all of the stores, and the last days of summer are here.

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  • By Jorge Blanco
  • August 8, 2012
Castaway

Enjoy this week's edition of Castaway cartoon.

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  • August 8, 2012
Letters to the Editor

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