Manatee shaves budget by $33M
September 16, 2009
The county also has adopted a long-term planning strategy to help prepare for more cuts in years to come.
Stoneybrook residents remember 9/11
September 15, 2009
Residents of Stoneybrook remembered the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a special ceremony at the Stoneybrook Recreation Center. The event also served as a time for Stoneybrook couples to celebrate their anniversaries.
Burglars hit cars in Braden Woods
September 15, 2009
Items were stolen from three vehicles in the East County community between Sept. 11-14.
Thieves steal copper wire from power substation
September 15, 2009
More than 2,500 Peace River Electric customers were without power after the company discovered unknown suspect(s) had stolen about 100 feet of copper ground wire from its Myakka substation.
Manatee schools install new technology
September 15, 2009
The technology, which features more than 100 miles of underground conduit and fiber-optic cables, allows teachers to see and interact with students at other schools via video.
Galvano to speak at LECOM
September 15, 2009
State Rep. Bill Galvano will be the keynote speaker for the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine — Bradenton's Constitution Day ceremonies at 10 a.m., Sept. 17, at the campus, 5000 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.
Getman won't seek reelection
September 15, 2009
The 65-year-old at-large commissioner said he plans to build his at-home travel agency, which specializes in cruise vacations.
Wellness Center breaks ground
September 15, 2009
The center is expected to serve 6,000 cancer patients and their caregivers annually with support and information at no cost.
Manatee activates EOC for flood monitoring
September 12, 2009
Local streets have been covered with water at times today, and some residents have experienced flooding in their homes. All residents should be on the watch for potential flooding in their neighborhoods throughout today until the rainy conditions improve.
Ranch hospital celebrates five years
September 12, 2009
Despite today's downpour, hundreds of families flocked to Lakewood Ranch Medical Center for the hospital's fifth birthday party. Guests enjoyed hamburgers, hot dogs, face-painting, a bounce house and more. All Women's Center babies in attendance gathered at 1 p.m. for a group photo.
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26 Tribute to Heroes Parade - Main St LWR
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - May
28 Braden River Soccer Club Try-outs
6:00 pm - May
29 LWRBA May Membership Lunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm - May
31 May YLA Breakfast "Legendary Leaders"
7:30 am - 9:00 am
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Gullett student wins speech contest
05/22/13
Gullett Elementary School student Hailey Wahlers took home top honors May 11, after placing first in the Tropicana District Speech Contest. -
Girl Scouts give cookies a new cause
05/22/13
Local Daisy Scouts from Troop 180 are helping Feeding Empty Little Tummies feed homeless school children in the area. -
Dancing group to host fundraiser
05/22/13
Members of KC and the Sunshine Dancers, a group of Manatee County dancers ages 8 to 20, will show off their dancing skills in jazz, hip-hop and contemporary dance from 7 to 9 p.m. May 28, as the group holds a show titled "Breaking Ground."
