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Manatee County School District Superintendent Diana Greene points out the voting results on the television to School Board member John Colon.
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 20, 2018
Voters approve Manatee school tax by slim margin

Just more than 51% of voters approved the 1-mill property tax increase for Manatee County schools.

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Expected severe weather is moving toward Sarasota and Manatee counties. Image courtesy the National Weather Service.
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • March 20, 2018
Tornado watch in effect for Sarasota, Manatee counties; Skyway reopens

The watch is in effect until 7 p.m., as the storms head this way.

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The Braden River Preserve will have direct access to the Braden River. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 20, 2018
Manatee County takes steps to conserve land

Alternative funding solution makes way for Braden River Preserve.

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The two cars that are involved in the accident are a black Ford Escape and a white Hyundai Santa Fe.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 19, 2018
One killed in car crash on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard

Head on collision in Lakewood Ranch results in one fatality and one injury.

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Regan Baker, 13, from Lakewood Ranch, tosses out the eggs before the Harvest Easter egg hunt.
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 18, 2018
Families celebrate Easter at Lakewood Ranch church

Kids swarm Harvest United Methodist Church for Easter egg hunt.

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Event organizers Deb Hossenlop, Tracy Graziano, Christine Shaklik, Karen Jordan and Valerie Demino wanted to change up the annual event.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 16, 2018
Willis Casino Night raises funds for school

About 200 people turn out for fundraising event.

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Maddie Koczersut makes the winning throw for her team.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 16, 2018
Dodging for good

Lakewood Ranch high school students give back to a local charity.

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  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 15, 2018
Picture perfect

Nancy Barrie's eclectic style is on full display at Lakewood Ranch eatery.

  • East County
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The property in question has direct access to the Braden River. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 15, 2018
River Club HOA sues Manatee County

Lawsuit serves as warning against creating a taxing district.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 15, 2018
East County weather page photo: March 15

Dawn Illch photographed this big gator in the pond behind her house in Summerfield in Lakewood Ranch.

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Kassie Fountain. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 14, 2018
MTC welcomes Tooth Fairy

TSA catapult launches student success.

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  • Neighbors
Sara Nussar, a freshman at Braden River High School, signs her name before she has to go back to class.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • March 14, 2018
Braden River High School walks out in honor of Parkland Victims

Braden River High School takes part in a nationwide walkout in honor of the victims of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

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The home at 7041 Portmarnock Place recently sold for $1,106,300.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 14, 2018
Country Club Village home tops sales at $1.1 million

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 26 to March 2.

  • East County
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Beth, Carter and Kennon McCaa have made math a big part of their family life.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 14, 2018
Math no problem for Lakewood Ranch 13-year-old

River Club teen earns acceptance into Study of Exceptional Talent.

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East County's Mylon Shamble is trying to make a name for herself on American Idol.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 14, 2018
East County woman faces the pressure of American Idol

Lakewood Ranch High graduate waits for her time in the spotlight.

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