Students read to therapy dog
February 6, 2013
Allie and her owner, Deb Zanders, a first-grade teacher at Bashaw Elementary, help children feel more comfortable communicating and speaking publicly through reading sessions.
Galvano takes up Willowbrook cause
February 6, 2013
Sen. Bill Galvano says he will have information for Willowbrook homeowners by the end of this week.
Still going: FCCI
February 6, 2013
The thrust for growth is energized at one of the region's biggest business insurance underwriters, FCCI. The challenge now is fending off the competition.
Steamy chef blogger releases new book
February 6, 2013
East County's Jaden Hair focuses on gluten-free, minimal-meat recipes in her new cookbook, 'Steamy Kitchen’s Healthy Asian Favorites.'
WEEKLY WEATHER PHOTO WINNER
February 6, 2013
East County resident Stephanie Ferber submitted this photo of Isabella Ferber doing cartwheels on the beach at sunset on Anna Maria Island.
PHOTO GALLERY: Ovation
February 2, 2013
East County residents flocked Feb. 2, to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, for Ovation: A Day for the Arts.
PHOTO GALLERY: Witt Winter Carnival
February 2, 2013
Families at Gene Witt Elementary School enjoyed an afternoon of sunshine Feb. 2, as the school hosted its Winter Wonderland Carnival.
PHOTO GALLERY: YMCA Ground Hog Jog
February 2, 2013
More than 350 runners laced up their tennis shoes Feb. 2, for the Lakewood Ranch YMCA’s first Groundhog Jog 5K/10K.
PHOTO GALLERY: 'The Drowsy Chaperone'
February 1, 2013
Lakewood Ranch High School theater students are performing "The Drowsy Chaperone" at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1 and Feb. 2. at the school.
WEEKEND BEST BET: Music on Main
February 1, 2013
Tonight's monthly concert will feature music by The Venturas.
- May
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."
