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Alan Thompson is an expert in neuro-linguistic programming and mind-mapping techniques, is an inspirational speaker for the real estate industry in the United States and Canada.
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 26, 2011
Business Observer 01.27.11

Sales trainer and coach Alan B. Thompson will be the featured speaker at CornerStone Title's "Jet Pilots Don't Have Rear View Mirrors" seminar from 9:30-11:30 a.m., Jan. 27, at The Polo Grill and Bar, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
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Mara Falahee scored 16 points in the fourth quarter in an attempt to bring ODA back against Sarasota Christian.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 25, 2011
Thunder hoops host Blazers

The Out-of-Door Academy boys and girls basketball teams hosted Sarasota Christian in regular season action Jan. 24. The Thunder defeated the Blazers 41-32. Brian and Ragone and Jack Cannon led the way for ODA with 13 points each. The Lady Thunder fell to Sarasota Christian 43-40. Mara Falahee scored 26 points, 16 of which came in the fourth quarter, to lead the way for ODA.

  • East County
  • Sports
The tornado watch will remain in effect until 9 p.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2011
District cancels after-school activities

All after-school activities at Manatee County Public Schools, except for after-school childcare programs at elementary and middle schools, are canceled today because of severe weather.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2011
Suspect chase forces school lockdowns

U.S. Border Patrol officials say a vehicle crash in the East County was related to a possible human trafficking case.

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  • News
Members of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors were recognized during last week's luncheon.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 25, 2011
Ranch Business Alliance welcomes new board

The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance on Jan. 19 formally introduced members of its 2011 Executive Committee.

  • East County
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Norman Marshak, Larry Mandel, Rick Thompson and Syd Weinstein
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 24, 2011
ORT hosts Casino Night

East County residents rolled the dice at The Lake Club Jan. 22 as they helped raise funds for the SaraMana chapter of ORT. Guests enjoyed wine and appetizers while making rounds to tables of Black Jack, Craps and other games during the special Casino Night event.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 23, 2011
Lady Mustangs win district title

The Lakewood Ranch High girls soccer team captured the Class 4A-District 10 title with a 5-0 victory over second-seeded Seminole Osceola Jan. 22.

  • East County
  • Sports
U.S. Open Women's Champion Paula Creamer hosted a clinic in honor of The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club's fifth anniversary.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 23, 2011
Paula Creamer tees off out east

U.S. Women's Open Champion Paula Creamer conducted a clinic for members and their guests in celebration of the fifth anniversary of The Ritz- Carlton Members Golf Club Jan. 22. During the clinic, Creamer provided instructional tips and insight into her winning shots, answered questions and demonstrated some of her shots.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Heritage Harbour resident Ken Hartwell cooked up hot dogs for fellow residents.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 22, 2011
Stoneybrook Golf Club hosts community day

Families in Heritage Harbour's Stoneybrook community gathered just outside the Stoneybrook Golf Club Jan. 22 for the club's Community Day event. Attendees enjoyed pizza and hot dogs, children's activities, golf-themed contests and other festivities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 21, 2011
Rosedale Master Professionals win awards

Rosedale Golf & Country Club PGA Master Professional Mike Clayton and assistant PGA Master Professional Steve Whidden were recently named the winners of a pair of prestigious awards.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 21, 2011
Mustang grapplers defeat Sailors

The Lakewood Ranch High varsity and JV wrestling teams both defeated Sarasota Jan. 19.

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The Braden River High girls soccer team shut out Palmetto 6-0 to advance to tonight's district semifinal at Seminole Osceola.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 21, 2011
Lady Pirates advance to district semifinals

The Braden River High girls soccer team blanked Palmetto 6-0 in a Class 4A-District 10 quarterfinal match Jan. 20.

  • East County
  • Sports
Dr. Robert Hirsch was appointed as dean of the new dental school in November.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 21, 2011
LECOM unveils dental school plans

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine will invest $52 million to construct the LECOM Bradenton School of Dental Medicine in Lakewood Ranch. Officials hope to have the facility ready to welcome its first class of students in August 2012.

  • East County
  • Schools
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 21, 2011
Pedestrian killed off University Parkway

A pedestrian was killed around 10:25 p.m., Thursday night. Authorities are notifying next of kin and have not released victim information.

  • East County
  • News
The fifth-grade SOAR Ambassadors helped out throughout the assembly.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 21, 2011
Freedom students SOAR

Students at Freedom Elementary School were rewarded for positive behavior while learning what it means to be an active learner during the school's SOAR Assembly and spirit day Jan. 20. During the assembly, students received prizes for staying on task, sang songs and learned the importance of positive self talk, goal setting and effort.

  • East County
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