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Hannah Asay has been a fixture on the Mustangs sideline for three years, and no one has garnered more of her cheers than her brother, Anthony.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 17, 2010
Spirited Siblings

After seven years together on the football field, Lakewood Ranch High cheerleader Hannah Asay cheered for her older brother, Anthony, for the final time Nov. 12.

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The Pirates will make their third straight playoff appearance this week.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 17, 2010
Pirates, Thunder hit the road

The Braden River High School football team will travel to Winter Haven Nov. 19, while The Out-of-Door Academy goes to Lakeland Victory Christian Academy.

  • East County
  • Sports
Junior outside hitter Emily Karg goes up for a block during Braden River's regional final match against Fort Myers Nov. 13.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 17, 2010
Pirates fall in regional finals

The Braden River volleyball team saw its season come to an end with a 3-0 loss to Fort Myers in the Class 4A-Region 3 finals Nov. 13.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ashley Reid started swimming after her mom's suggestion.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 17, 2010
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Ashley Reid

Senior Ashley Reid set four new school records, including a pair of individual records in the 200-yard individual medley (2:05.49) and the 100 backstroke (58.56), while leading the Lakewood Ranch to a third-place finish at the Class 2A State Swimming and Diving Meet Nov. 12 in Orlando.

  • East County
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Garrett Russini will play at Stetson University, while Jerrod Leinhauser will head to Florida Institute of Technology.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 17, 2010
Braden River High stars sign letters-of-intent

Pirates pitcher Jerrod Leinhauser and catcher Garrett Russini both signed national letters-of-intent Nov. 12.

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Community Activities Corp. Director Lori Basilone is the organization's only employee.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 16, 2010
Community Activities moves headquarters

The not-for-profit will move its headquarters to the Summerfield Information Center this week.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 16, 2010
Lakewood runners win regional crown

The Lakewood Ranch High girls cross country team scored 44 points to capture the Class 3A-Region 3 Championship Nov. 12 in Estero.

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Artisans' World Marketplace president Sandy Ramsey said the store represents artisans from more than 60 countries across the world.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 16, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Artisans' World Marketplace

Artisans' World Marketplace opened its new Lakewood Ranch location Nov. 12.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 15, 2010
More judges needed for history fair

More than 1,700 students are entered in this year's Manatee County History Fair, which will be held Nov. 17 at the Manatee Convention and Civic Center.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 15, 2010
Commission welcomes new members

Newly elected county commissioners Michael Gallen and Robin DiSabatino will take their oaths of office Tuesday. The board also is set to discuss the design of the Fort Hamer Bridge.

  • East County
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Musician Jim Camastro performs with Goodbyeddie as part of the festivities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 14, 2010
Firemen cook up fun

East County residents flocked to Lakewood Ranch Main Street Nov. 14 for the second annual Chili Cook Off event. Festivities included live entertainment, fire trucks, chili tasting and more.

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Market-goers chose from a wide variety of fresh produce at Lakewood Ranch's Farmers Market Nov. 13.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 14, 2010
Farmers Market takes root on Ranch Main

Dozens of residents ready for fresh produce were waiting in line as the Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market opened for the 2010 season Nov. 13. The market features fresh fruits and vegetables, live music, refreshments and a myriad of other products. The market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays, through April 9, 2011.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Connor Losada, 8, showed off his climbing skills at the rope challenge.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 14, 2010
Families frolic at Tara fall fest

From inflatable obstacle courses and carnival games to performances and plenty of treats, Tara Elementary School students and families enjoyed a day of fun at the school's Fall Festival Nov. 13. The event also featured an auction for baskets created by classes at Tara.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Henry Swain represented Bronco Wine Company.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Ranch Rotary uncorks annual Wine Fest

Thousands ate, drank and were merry at the ninth annual Suncoast Food & Wine Fest Nov. 13 at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured more than 300 American and international wines as well as food from more than 35 area restaurants.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Staff Sgt. Lyle Allen salutes the memorial flag as his wife, Ashley, sang the national anthem.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 13, 2010
Veterans dedicate San Marco memorial

Organizers of the Veterans Memorial Park at San Marco Plaza hosted a dedication ceremony Nov. 13 at the park. Memorial Board of Directors members Dr. Stanley Appel, Richard Allen, Delbert Hyland, Robert Moffa, David Neff, William Wallace and Pamela Hager Rice honored local veterans with several awards throughout the ceremony.

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