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Rubber ducks are 10-inches so they can be easily identified by their respective owners.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 30, 2019
Jiggs Landing has its ducks in a row in Manatee County

Jiggs Landing in Bradenton holds rubber duck race.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO Andy Guz joins Doctor's Hospital of Sarasota COO Peter Hemstead and Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System COO Lorrie Liang for a panel discussion on healthcare Oct. 23 in Lakewood Ranch.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 30, 2019
Healthy competition in store for Lakewood Ranch area hospitals

Sarasota, Manatee county hospitals plan for growth in Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
The Mall at UTC Marketing and Sponsorship Director Lauren Clark said the mall has adjusted its tenant mix over time to better serve the market. She said she is excited about how the community has embraced the mall.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 30, 2019
Mall at UTC is 5 years old ... and still growing in Sarasota

Mall at UTC is 5 years old ... and still growing in Sarasota

  • East County
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Maeve and Owen Studdiford said they have learned to appreciate the things they have, including their education, more after visiting Gocio Elementary School regularly.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 30, 2019
Lakewood Ranch family offers two steps up for education in Manatee County

Lakewood Ranch family offers two steps up for education in Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
River Club resident Cas Bruniany signs up for information about Florida Department of Transportation's future plans during an e-public hearing Oct. 23 outside Detwiler's Farm Marker. FDOT's Dan Calais and Jesten Abraham were ready.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 30, 2019
FDOT contemplates I-75 expansion in Sarasota, Manatee counties

FDOT contemplates I-75 expansion in Sarasota, Manatee counties

  • East County
  • News
Children enjoy Lakewood Ranch Community Activities' campout in February. Now they have an educational outdoor opportunity as well. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 30, 2019
Lakewood Ranch children explore the wild side

Kids can explore the wild side of Lakewood Ranch through Sticks and STEM camp

  • East County
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Bryan Veith.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 30, 2019
East County Athlete of the Week: Logan Veith

The Braden River junior talks his favorite memory and improving his game.

  • East County
  • Sports
Scrub techs Ashley Warren and Katie Corso and nurses Rachel Zera and Lyn Swann presented the Widow-maker pumpkin.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 29, 2019
Operation successful! Lakewood Ranch Medical Center holds its annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center holds its annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 26, 2019
Lakewood Ranch church offers trunk of treats

Lakewood Ranch's Living Lord Lutheran Church doles out Halloween fun, candy.

  • East County
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The NBP Dragons 200m premier/senior mixed 20 team (2) battles for position in a crowded field.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 26, 2019
Dragon boat festival rocks Nathan Benderson Park

The event gave those new to the sport a chance to shine.

  • East County
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Volunteers Mary Tighe, Sheri Miller, Del Potter, Dee Lovell and Julie Veith celebrate after finishing their work at the Play for Pink golf tournament.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 26, 2019
Golf for a pink purpose in Bradenton

Play for Pink golf tournament at Heritage Harbour in Bradenton raises funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

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Seventh grader Marisa Easto cries as she hugs her dad, Capt. Josh Easto, who surprised her at school during lunch. Photo by Liz Ramos.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 26, 2019
A tearful homecoming at Nolan Middle School in Lakewood Ranch

U.S. Army captain surprises daughter at Nolan Middle School, sons at Out-of-Door Academy

  • East County
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    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 26, 2019
Spookily spectacular

Lakewood Ranch's BooFest spookily spectacular for thousands

  • East County
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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 25, 2019
ODA football falls in first round of SSAC playoffs

The Thunder lost to Gateway Charter thanks to turnovers and big plays.

  • East County
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East County Football Roundup: 10.25.19
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 25, 2019
East County football roundup: 10.25.19

A tough night for all area teams.

  • East County
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The installation of span wire traffic signals on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard at the intersections of Gatewood Drive and Wood Fern Trail are two projects within Manatee County's "master vision" for speed management on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard between 44th Avenue East and State Road 64.
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