Observer Group wins 17 awards
July 15, 2009
The Observer Group Inc. snagged 17 awards at the Florida Press Association's Better Weekly Newspaper Awards July 9-11 at The Breakers Resort in Palm Beach.
District names new Ranch principal
July 15, 2009
An original member of the Mustang administrative team, Linda Nesselhauf has spent the last two years as assistant principal at Manatee High School.
SMR wins approval in Villages revote
July 15, 2009
Sarasota commissioners approved the Lakewood Ranch developer’s requests to change the county’s Comprehensive Plan July 8.
Fast convicted of stepmother's murder
July 14, 2009
More than two years after the brutal slaying of Tara resident Susan Fast, her murderer has been sent to prison for life.
Ranch Rotary installs officers
July 13, 2009
The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch held recently its Annual Induction Dinner at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club to install new officers and members of the board of directors.
Manatee schools receive $1.7 million grant
July 13, 2009
History education in Manatee County Public Schools received a substantial boost through a nearly $1.7 million grant from the federal government to fund a "Teaching American History Grant."
First-time buyers push home sales 8.9%
July 13, 2009
The Manatee Association of Realtors today reported a sixth consecutive month of sales gains thanks to first-time home buyers taking advantage of the most favorable conditions.
Bookworms head 'under the sea'
July 11, 2009
Families gathered at Little Bookworms on Lakewood Main Street from noon to 2 p.m., July 11 for the store’s special Under the Sea Celebration event. Mark Jones was on hand to sign “Mermaid Dance,” the book he illustrated, and to read it during story time. Children also enjoyed face painting, crafts and games.
Soccer league kicks off with open house
July 11, 2009
Children practiced kicking the ball and learned basic soccer skills during an open house for Lil Kicker’s soccer program at the Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 11.
Kiddie Academy enjoys summer splash
July 10, 2009
Students at Kiddie Academy in Lakewood Ranch beat the heat with Water Day July 10. The day featured a variety of water-themed activities and games.
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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."
