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  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
Lindgren speaks at Temple service

East County resident Garrett Lindgren, a retired New York City firefighter who served as a first responder at the World Trade Center on 9/11, shared his searing story at Temple Emanu-El's Shabbat Service of Remembrance Sept. 9.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
Wobbly Feet plans Wifflemania

The East County-based Wobbly Feet Foundation will host Wifflemania for a Cure of A-T, a wiffleball tournament, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 24, at Longwood Park. 6050 Longwood Run Blvd.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Actor Mike Kradlak called SMR Aggregates' shell-mining operation "a perfect setting for a desperate man in a desperate setting."
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 14, 2011
Lakewood Ranch is out of this world

A Lakewood Ranch shell-mining operation proved to be the perfect location for a space scene for Austin McKinley's newest short film.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County is pushing forward with plans to secure property for the development of the Tara Bridge and is readying to pay out nearly $2 million as part of an eminent domain deal.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 14, 2011
County reaches Tara Bridge settlement

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners is set Sept. 20 to discuss a deal regarding the taking of land for the proposed Tara Bridge.

  • East County
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Edgar Montes took this photo Sept. 5, on Anna Maria Island.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
Weekly Winner: Moderate Chop

Edgar Montes took this photo Sept. 5, on Anna Maria Island.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
Our View: Suspension reveals law flaw

The recent case of Manatee County Sheriff Lt. John Murrell being slapped with a three-week suspension is appalling, but revealing. In a reasonable world, Murrell would be lauded, not sharply disciplined.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Jorge Blanco
  • September 14, 2011
Castaway

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  • Longboat Key
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Rod Thomson
  • By Rod Thomson
  • September 14, 2011
My View: Government does not create jobs

Government turns efficient private-sector jobs into inefficient government ones. And then does it far more than necessary.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
Letters to the Editor

Reckless driving kills beloved dog; Incorporation:'No' means 'no'

  • East County
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Through their foundation, cancer survivors Tony McEachern and Lori Mishos want to help cancer patients cope with their diagnosis.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 14, 2011
Riding for a Reason

Team Tony, a local organization that provides support to cancer patients and their spouses, is hosting a 200-mile ride.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 14, 2011
Cascades residents increase security

Homeowners voted this summer to pay for various security improvements, including fencing at the community's entrance and security cameras.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 14, 2011
FULL STORY: Manatee district OKs new millage rate

The Manatee County School Board on Sept. 8 approved a $598 million budget.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
News Briefs

King Family Farm hosts 5K for family; Boys & Girls Clubs dedicate space to senator

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2011
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • East County
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Jessica and Gerrid Smith traveled to Ethiopia twice to complete the adoption process. They returned home with Elijah in July. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • September 14, 2011
Lakewood couple completes family with adopted son

On June 28, Lakewood Ranch residents Jessica and Gerrid Smith boarded a plane for Africa. They returned from Ethiopia with their adopted son, whom they have named Elijah.

  • East County
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