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A threat to Lakewood Ranch High School this morning was deemed not to be credible. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 17, 2019
Lakewood Ranch High reopens after threat

A threatening note left in a restroom was deemed 'uncredible.'

  • East County
  • News
Pay increases are included for most teachers. File art.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 17, 2019
Pay raises on way for teachers, paraprofessionals in Manatee County

District, Manatee Education Association finalize deal but other negotiations continue.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 17, 2019
East County weather page photo: Jan. 17

Gordon Silver photographed these cows grazing in a pasture along Lorraine Road in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High School's new principal, Dustin Dahlquist, says he's in "observation mode" as he comes to Lakewood and prepares to build on a foundation of success.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 16, 2019
Can Lakewood Ranch High go higher?

New Mustangs principal hopes to build upon the school's success.

  • East County
  • News
The Braden Oaks home at 3414 65th St. E. recently sold for $930,000. Built in 1994, it has three bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,011 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 16, 2019
Braden Oaks home tops local sales at $930,000

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 31-Jan. 4

  • East County
  • Real Estate
The ODA crowd throws commemorative mini-basketballs in the air at the close of the school's ceremony at its new field house.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 16, 2019
ODA's new multi-sport facility offers athletic and academic benefits

The Out-of-Door Academy's new Fox Field House facility gives the Thunder more room for basketball, volleyball and other indoor sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
Mustangs senior forward Josh Young barrels into a Pirates defender on a drive to the basket.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 16, 2019
Mustangs extend culture of winning — and fun

The Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball program has had a consistent culture despite the typical turnover of high school rosters.

  • East County
  • Sports
Manatee County Administrator Ed Hunzeker said he is proud of the county's employees and their commitment to the community.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 16, 2019
Manatee County administrator seeks retirement

Manatee commissioners must decide about hiring process for top-level post.

  • East County
  • News
East County resident Violeta Velazquez, center, lost her husband, Tony Rodriguez, unexpectedly in September 2018 to health issues. Her sons, Zergio Rodriguez Velazquez (left) and Zebastian Rodriguez Velazquez (right) are healing.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 16, 2019
Group explores grief for children

Tidewell program in Lakewood Ranch expands bereavement services for children and families.

  • East County
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Fawley Bryant Architecture Vice President of Interior Design Sarah Colandro, Southwest Florida Museum Executive Director Brynne Anne Besio and Willis Smith Construction project manager Angel Ortiz are excited about the partnership
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 16, 2019
Museum creates regional child-focused exhibit

Lakewood Ranch businesses support museum vision.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Danny Walker, a member of the Web.com Tour, and LECOM Trustee Tom Wedzik get together at a press conference to announce LECOM as the title sponsor.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 16, 2019
LECOM is fit to a tee in Lakewood Ranch

LECOM believes Suncoast Classic sponsorship in Lakewood Ranch will pay major branding dividends during Web.com Tour.

  • East County
  • News
Marco Peters opened Sarasota Sea Lion Preserve to the public on Dec. 1.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 16, 2019
Sarasota Sea Lion Preserve now open to the public in Myakka City

Sarasota Sea Lion Preserve now open to the public in Myakka City.

  • East County
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Manatee County Interim Public Works Director Chad Butzow said the proximity of the pseudo roundabout to University Parkway creates traffic backups in turn lanes currently.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 16, 2019
Market Street upgrades under consideration in Lakewood Ranch

Traffic analysis performed as part of diverging diamond agreement..

  • East County
  • News
Cynthia Saunders has served as the School District of Manatee County's superintendent since July 1, 2018 and her contract ends June 30, 2019. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 16, 2019
News briefs: Manatee superintendent vote postponed

Private school fair offers options for older children.

  • East County
  • News
Kendyl Brahler, with Lady Bombers coach Karl Mason.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 16, 2019
East County High 5 Moments: 01.17.19

East County High 5 Moments: 01.17.19

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