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Brayan Dasilva played a math game with Jana Espy of the Calvary Chapel School in Sarasota at last year's event.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 10, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Rock Your Robot Science Fair

A robot costume contest, science and math exhibits will take over Greenbrook Adventure Park this weekend for the Rock your Robot Science Fair.

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The Lakewood Ranch Town Hall maintenance facility will serve a variety of functions after its open house Jan. 9.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 9, 2014
Lakewood Ranch maintenance facility opens to the public

The more than $2 million Lakewood Ranch maintenance facility officially opens its doors Jan. 9.

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The store’s close proximity to Interstate 75 makes it an easy target for burglars, according to the Manatee Sheriff's Office.
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  • Josh Siegel
  • January 9, 2014
Photography store burglarized for second time this week

Johnson PhotoImaging has been burglarized four times since May.

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Jim and Evelyn Gregory enjoy drinks and a good time together.
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  • January 9, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: LWRBA January Networking Social

Members of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance converged Jan. 8, at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, for drinks, sandwiches and a chance to win cash at the January Networking Social.

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Gov. Rick Scott followed along to the Mixon’s presentation.
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  • January 9, 2014
Gov. Scott helps Mixon Farm celebrate 75th year

Florida Gov. Rick Scott came to East County Thursday, Jan. 9 to help Mixon Fruit Farm celebrate its 75th anniversary. Scott spoke at a luncheon at the farm.

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  • January 8, 2014
East County: top issues to watch in 2014

The East County Observer profiles some of the year's most pressing issues.

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The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will hear about the Del Tierra project at its meeting at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 9.
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  • January 8, 2014
Commissioners to review proposed 610-home community

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will review a plan for Del Tierra Thursday.

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Neal Communities Owner Pat Neal hopes to sell the company's 10,000th home in 2014.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 8, 2014
Local builder 'shatters' company record

Neal Communities recorded its most profitable year yet in 2013.

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Mi Pueblo offers an authentic Mexican menu and atmosphere at their locations in Sarasota and Venice.
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  • January 8, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Mi Pueblo

This week we went in the kitchen at Mi Pueblo, with owner Bonifacio Caro, while chef Julio prepares carne asada tacos with fresh salsa verde. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

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Braden River junior defender Alex Cook maneuvers the ball up the field during the Pirates 1-0 loss to rival Lakewood Ranch Jan. 7.
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  • January 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch Boys Soccer vs. Braden River

The Lakewood Ranch High boys soccer team scored in the final two minutes to edge past district rival Braden River 1-0 Jan. 7. The two teams tied 0-0 in their previous meeting earlier this season.

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  • January 8, 2014
Reading rainbow

Students at Haile Middle School raised more than $6,000 to further the cause of reading late last month, after the school's language arts department hosted a fundraiser for the Ethiopia Reads! organization.

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  • January 8, 2014
Gift giver

For Lakewood Ranch resident Doreen Degirolamo, the best Christmas gift was one she already had at home.

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  • January 8, 2014
Tail tappin'

If Lakewood Ranch resident Helen Hagerty had a tail, it would be wagging.

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Sarasota County Interim Transportation Director Jonathan Paul says local officials from both Sarasota and Manatee counties are working to resolve traffic issues surrounding the Mall at University Town Center.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: Traffic at the mall at UTC

Local officials are working with the FDOT to improve the intersection of University Parkway and Interstate 75. Officials also hope to expand transit in the University Parkway corridor to alleviate traffic congestion associated with the mall.

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Mark Wemple. Manatee County Schools Superintendent Rick Mills believes changes in process, among other measures, will fix the district's budget woes.
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  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: Manatee School District budget

Superintendent Rick Mills hopes a competent team, stronger controls and community support help the district right its budget.

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