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  • Jen Blanco
  • August 2, 2011
Gulf Coast FCA hosts 7 on 7 Shootout

The Gulf Coast FCA held its annual 7 on 7 Shootout July 26 at Braden River High.

  • East County
  • Sports
The special runs through Aug. 31. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 2, 2011
Meridian College offers $1 kids haircuts

Meridian College's salon will offer $1 haircuts for children this month.

  • East County
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Sashay owner Sandra Danu is eager to build out her new space.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 1, 2011
Business signs on San Marco unit

Sashay will bring ballroom dancing to San Marco Plaza.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 1, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

  • East County
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Individuals who adopt a dog or cat at the regular adoption fee can get a second dog or cat at no charge.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 1, 2011
County offers promotion for pet adoptions through August

Dogs and cats at Manatee County Animal Services will be offered as buy one get one through the end of the month.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 1, 2011
Registration dates announced for Miss Manatee Softball

The Miss Manatee Softball League will hold registration for its upcoming fall season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 20 and 27 and 6-8 p.m., Aug. 31 at the Miss Manatee Softball complex behind the Lakewood Ranch High stadium

  • East County
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The Pancake Pig was sure to make an appearance.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 30, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Storytime LIVE!

Dozens of families gathered July 30 at Kiddie Academy in Lakewood Ranch for the preschool's Storytime LIVE! event. Children enjoyed an appearance by the Pancake Pig, as well as snow cones, popcorn and arts and crafts.

  • East County
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All registered voters in Lakewood Ranch will receive a ballot in their mail.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 29, 2011
Ranch CPA firm to conduct straw poll

Kerkering, Barberio & Co. will conduct the poll that will determine whether the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch will proceed to the Florida Legislature.

  • East County
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Athletic Edge Sports will work with athletes of all skill levels.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 29, 2011
SMR announces new Main Street tenant

Athletic Edge Sports is joining the Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch with a new performance training facility on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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Kristen Pace, Keli Crowley and Maggie Clark
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 29, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Junior League of Sarasota

The Junior League of Sarasota hosted a summer meet and greet for prospective members July 28 at the Polo Grill and Bar. Attendees enjoyed snacks and games while learning about the organization.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 29, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 28, 2011
Community Golf Scores 07.12.11 to 07.21.11

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
  • Sports
George Hand was photographed at two different East County banks following the July 26 incident.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 28, 2011
Detectives arrest Ranch home invasion suspect

Manatee County Sheriff's Office detectives say George Hand, 26, is responsible for the July 26 home invasion in Lakewood Ranch. Police also say he also is a suspect in the July 17 home invasion.

  • East County
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An awards event was held July 22.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 28, 2011
Manatee sheriff's office earns accolades for campaign

The Florida Department of Transportation recently awarded the Manatee County Sheriff's Office for its performance in the Click It or Ticket Challenge.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 28, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

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