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East County | Trending

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  • Adam Hughes
  • November 9, 2011
Richland Farms home tops East County sales

A home in Richland Farms tops all transactions in this week's real estate. E. Lawrence and Sally Reagan, Bradenton, sold their home at 10208 S.R. 64 E. to Mark Cahill Investments LLC for $700,000. Built in 1967, it has four bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,326 square feet of living area.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 9, 2011
Oh the places we'll go, 'It's Read Everywhere' wraps up

The Observer newspapers have been on vacation. Although we continue to provide weekly neighborhood news to our readers through the Longboat, Sarasota and East County Observers, we have had a busy year traveling all around the world.

  • East County
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Gabor Szakacs took this sunset photo from the Emerson Point Preserve in October in west Palmetto.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 9, 2011
Weekly Winner: Sails at sunset

Gabor Szakacs took this sunset photo from the Emerson Point Preserve in October in west Palmetto.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota fire and sheriff’s office officials began investigating the incident earlier today after a teal-colored pickup was found around 11 a.m. near the south end of Nathan Benderson Park.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 8, 2011
Authorities investigating apparent suicide

A vehicle found on fire today with a body inside is believed to be a suicide.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2011
EMB win Don Clarke Bowl Series

The East Manatee Bulldog Pee Wee team defeated the New Tampa Wildcats 18-0 to win the Don Clark Bowl Series Championship Nov. 5.

  • East County
  • Sports
The joint workshop will be held at 11 a.m., in the fourth floor Manatee Room of the county administrative building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., bradenton.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 8, 2011
County seeks resident input on redistricting

Manatee County officials continue to seek public input on the redistricting process.

  • East County
  • News
Construction crews are making significant progress on the new Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine's School of Dental Medicine.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 8, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Steel frame

Construction crews are making significant progress on the new Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine's School of Dental Medicine.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Autumn Solomon recently adopted Jasper.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 8, 2011
POLL OF THE DAY: Pet adoption?

Honor Animal Rescue opened a adoption center in Lakewood ranch on Nov. 5. Would you consider adopting a pet?

  • East County
  • News
Morgan Keefer and Marian Robertson attempt to block a shot by a Tampa King outside hitter.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch High volleyball

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team won its first-ever regional tournament match, defeating Tampa King 3-0 in a Class 6A-Region 3 quarterfinal Nov. 2. The Lady Mustangs defeated the Lions 26-24, 25-20, 25-22. Mariah Robertson finished with 11 kills and three aces and Ashlyn Falahee had seven kills, two blocks, four digs and an ace to lead the way for Lakewood. Quillan Toler finished with seven kills, one block and one ace and Shelby Walker added four kills and five blocks. Ali Milbourn finished with 22 assists. With the win, Lakewood plays host to Seminole Osceola in a regional semifinal at 7 p.m. tonight. The Lady Mustangs defeated the Lady Warriors 3-1 to win their first district title.

  • East County
  • Sports
Stage Manager Amelia Summersbee helps actress Gabby Maraia, who plays the character of Mary Warren, fix her hair and bonnet.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 8, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: ODA performs 'The Crucible'

Students at The Out-of-Door Academy this week will show how easily fear can persuade. Performances of the 1952 award-winning classic, 'The Crucible,' will be held at 8 p.m. Nov. 9-12, at ODA, 5950 Deer Drive, Lakewood Ranch. Tickets cost $5.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 8, 2011
Mustangs fall in season openers

The Lakewood Ranch High boys and girls soccer teams both fell in their season openers.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team celebrates its 3-0 victory over Tampa King in a Class 6A-Region 3 quarterfinal Nov. 2.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 7, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Lady Mustangs Moving On

The Class 6A-District 12 champion Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team will play host to district 12 runner-up Seminole Osceola at 7 p.m. tomorrow night in a Class 6A-Region 3 semifinal match.

  • East County
  • Sports
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 7, 2011
Esplanade sales center opens

Taylor Morrison opened a sales center for its new development this weekend.

  • East County
  • News
Bryce Andrews had fun racing through an inflatable obstacle course.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 7, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Elementary Fall Festival

Tara Elementary School students and their families enjoyed a day outside with friends during the school's annual fall festival Nov. 5. Festivities included inflatables, carnival-style games, a silent auction, a performance by Tara's Dance Team and more.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rachel Robertson enjoyed the day with her son, Jordan.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 7, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Risen Savior Fall Festival

Risen Savior Lutheran Church hosted a Fall Family Festival Nov. 5. Festivities included games, a bounce house, face painting and more.

  • East County
  • News
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