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Tara CDD Field Manager Jim Kaluk and Tara CDD Supervisor Beth Bond look at landscaping at the entrance to Tara Preserve, off Tara Preserve Lane and Tara Boulevard. Photo by Pam Eubanks
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 13, 2015
Tara CDD crossing in sunshine

As the Tara CDD considers improvements to community landscaping, it's forced to open and close meetings during a 12-point walking/vehicle tour of the community.

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Most East County schools allot 15 minutes for recess, but currently there’s no policy in place that protects recess time. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 13, 2015
Recess allotment questioned

A 15-minute portion of the day East County students in grades K-5 use to socialize or chase friends around the playground has become a tense subject for parents, teachers and the Manatee County School District. It's one that's even sparked a lawsuit.

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  • January 13, 2015
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County closing Jiggs boat ramp for upgrades; Memorial service for Dan Nolan set for Friday; Peace Presbyterian seeksto expand its footprint

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This photo was taken on top of an old bank that was destroyed in the war. The orange building in the background is Alisha Erozer's school, United World College, in Mostar. Courtesy photos of Alisha Erozer
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 13, 2015
Former Ranch student finds home in Mostar

Alisha Erozer says she's gaining global perspective as she studies with students from 42 countries.

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Cindy Gordon has loved birds since she was a child. Now, she's the founder of a new Ranch bird club — the Avian Club.
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  • January 13, 2015
Join the club!

Lakewood Ranch formed three new clubs this month and residents continue to add new groups to the mix.

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Joel Henderson has spent years in kitchens as a chef. Today, he's his own boss. Photos by Amanda Sebastiano
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  • January 13, 2015
Doing Business: Scrambled

Joel Henderson remembers what it was like to be an employee who dreaded going to work.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 13, 2015
Ranch showcases new films comes to Ranch

The Inspiration Academy will show 35 national and international films competing for a 'Best of Fest' award.

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The Wildcat team defeated Tito's in overtime Sunday, at the Sarasota Polo Club, during the final of the first 8-goal match in January, presented by Wesco Turf. Courtesy photo
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 13, 2015
Wildcat team gallops toward overtime victory

Tito's played Wildcat in the final of the first January 8-goal match, presented by Wesco Turf, Sunday, at the Sarasota Polo Club.

  • East County
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Sophia Falco has loved soccer since she was 5 years old. This week she's leading the Lady Mustangs toward districts. Amanda Sebastiano
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 13, 2015
Sophomore helps lead Mustangs toward districts

A member of a soccer-playing family, Sophia Falco is comfortable as a leading Mustangs' scorer.

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Playwright Jack Gilhooley's latest New York production was "The XXX Scholar," presented by Variations Productions in June 2014. Gilhooley, a Mote Ranch resident, has been writing plays for more than 40 years.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 13, 2015
Dreaming up drama

Although prolific, James Joyce isn't exactly great theater material. So Jack Gilhooley wrote a play about Joyce's feisty wife instead.

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The home at 7327 Haddington Cove has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,851 square feet of living area. It sold for $975,200. Amanda Sebastiano
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  • Adam Hughes
  • January 13, 2015
Country Club East home sells for $975,100

A home in Country Club East at Lakewood Ranch tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

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Roxana Walters submitted this sunrise photo, taken on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
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  • January 13, 2015
Weather: East County

Visit YourObserver.com to submit your local weather photos. Each weekly winner will be entered into a monthly drawing for a $25 gift card. One grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 flooring makeover.*

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Office of Professional Standards Investigator Troy Pumphrey sued the Manatee County School District after being put on paid administrative leave Jan. 12.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 12, 2015
Manatee County School District investigator put on administrative leave, sues district

Superintendent Rick Mills announced Jan. 12 that Office of Professional Standards Investigator Troy Pumphrey has been temporarily placed on paid administrative leave, effective immediately. Pumphrey then sued the district and School Board member Dave Miner.

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Ina Gross died at her home Jan. 9, 2012. Courtesy photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 11, 2015
Warrant issued for Gross' son

An arrest warrant has been issued for Thomas Gross, charged with murdering his mother, Ina Gross, of Lakewood Ranch.

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Jennifer Tullio and Joni Reid orchestrated the event.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 10, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: LWR Running Club New Year Social/Recognition Ceremony

The Lakewood Ranch Running Club rang in 2015 by celebrating members who ran 1,000 and 500 miles last year, during the New Year Social and Recognition Ceremony, Jan. 11, at The Ranch Grill. The group also presented a $14,766 check to the benefiting charity of the 2014 Boo Fest event - Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy.

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