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  • August 10, 2009
Manatee launches back-to-school phone line

Parents of children in Manatee County Public Schools now have a convenient way to get back-to-school information.

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  • August 10, 2009
Two injured in hit-and-run

Two individuals suffered injuries during a hit-and-run accident involving three vehicles on the afternoon of Aug. 9.

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  • August 7, 2009
SMR gets new development code

Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch earned favor from the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners Aug. 6 for a proposal to create a new land development code category called mixed-use community.

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  • August 5, 2009
Excel Golf to buy majority of The Concession

Excel Golf, a family partnership operated by Bruce Cassidy Sr., announced today a tentative agreement to buy a majority interest in The Concession Golf Club

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  • Adam Hughes
  • August 5, 2009
Ranch home sells for $425,000

Wilhelm and Christine Michel of South Bend, Ind., sold their home at 6616 Topside Terrace to Juan Mesia Lia Gonzalez, Lakewood Ranch, for $425,000.

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  • August 5, 2009
Youth launch backpack drive

Our Lady of the Angels Youth Group is hosting its second annual Backpack Drive, 'Giving Back, Pack 2009.'

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  • August 5, 2009
Ranch docs offer screenings

Medical professionals in Lakewood Ranch are making sure student athletes at Lakewood Ranch High School return to school in tip-top shape.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • August 5, 2009
Horses Hang 10

Lakewood Ranch Country Club resident Tim Mattox offers horse surfing through his business, Great World Nature Tours, also known as BeachHorses.com.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • August 5, 2009
Country clubs plan upgrades

East County golfers can expect improved facilities at Palm-Aire, Tara, Rosedale and The Concession.

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  • Michael Eng
  • August 5, 2009
Chabad celebrates fifth year

Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch opened in August 2004. It will host a special birthday bash Friday.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • August 5, 2009
Doctor opens facial and oral surgery center

The Manatee Oral & Facial Surgery Center welcomed patients to its new East County location off State Road 70 July 6.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • August 5, 2009
River Club resident pens thriller

Karen Rose released her 10th novel, "I Can See You," Aug. 5. She'll host her first book signing Saturday in Altamonte Springs.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • August 5, 2009
Healing Hearts to host bereavement seminar

Bereavement counselor Dr. Lou LaGrand will speak at a fundraiser for the East County-based organization.

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  • August 5, 2009
Cops' Corner 08.06.09

The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

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  • By Pam McTeer
  • August 5, 2009
Main Street hits home run with East County family

Andrew Giddens, 13, and his family headed to Tropicana Field July 29 to watch the Tampa Bay Rays take on the New York Yankees. The game was part of a prize package of the community's Father's Day drawing.

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