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This Week: Diseased Trees, Alligator Sighting, Local Soccer Stars, Presidential Autographs

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on East Lake Patch from September 16-22.

 
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Signs of laurel wilt on a red bay laurel in John Chesnut Park.
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1) Hundreds of Trees in East Lake Stricken with Laurel Wilt Disease

The disease was first detected 16 months ago in one tree at John Chesnut Park. Pinellas County Officials now say the disease is expected to spread to trees outside of the park. They're offering suggestions for concerned homeowners.

2) East Lake High Siblings to Play Soccer for CCC

Brother and sister Riley and Delaney Lester of Palm Harbor will play soccer for Clearwater Christian College this year.

3) Photos: Gator Spotted in East Lake

Here's proof that it pays to have a camera handy!

4) Deaf Man Seeks 12th Presidential Autograph on Baseball

President Herbert Hoover was the first to sign Tom Clooney's baseball. The former Palm Harbor resident is hoping President Barack Obama will be next. 

5) State Rep. Dist. 65 Candidates Tackle Issues at Forum

State Rep. District 65 candidates Peter Nehr (R) and Carl Zimmerman (D) talked about education funding, red light cameras and Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law during a candidate forum hosted by the Council of North County Neighborhoods.

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