County: Remember to reset irrigation timers this weekend
October 29, 2009
When setting clocks back one hour this weekend, Manatee County Water Conservation Program and Southwest Florida Water Management District remind utility customers to properly set irrigation system timers to avoid a water restriction citation.
Sheriff's office warns of sweepstakes scam
October 29, 2009
Residents getting a call from the Publishers Clearing House may not be as lucky as they hope.
Preschoolers parade in costume
October 28, 2009
Dozens of preschoolers at Goddard Preschool in Lakewood Ranch dressed up in Halloween costumes and paraded around the school Oct. 28. Following the parade, students painted pumpkins, played games and snacked on Halloween candy, popcorn and other treats.
Sheriff's office plans vigil
October 28, 2009
The vigil is being held in remembrance of individuals who have lost their lives to drug and alcohol-related incidents and those suffering from addiction.
Chabad Men's Club rolls with bowling outing
October 28, 2009
The Men's Club at Chabad hit the lanes at AMF Lanes in Bradenton for its first outing of the year Oct. 18. The men and their families enjoyed some great games of bowling.
UPCC women enjoy fine dining
October 28, 2009
University Park Women's Club met at Lido Beach for a gourmet picnic Oct. 2. Jackie Harding conceived of the idea and did all the cooking for this fabulous meal. The weather was perfect, and the University Park women and their guests enjoyed a beautiful night on the beach.
Manatee's Feagans named Emergency Director of the Year
October 28, 2009
Florida Division of Emergency Management has named Manatee County Emergency Management Chief Laurie Feagans the first recipient of the County Emergency Director of the Year.
LECOM dean earns medical honor
October 28, 2009
Dr. Robert George, associate dean of academic affairs at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton, was selected as a Great Pioneer in osteopathic medicine by the American Osteopathic Association’s Bureau of History and Identity.
Armed suspects rob Ranch Chevron
October 28, 2009
The suspects entered the gas station at 14315 S.R. 70 E. and held the clerk at gunpoint. They stole $50 from the cash register and cigarettes.
Families challenge verdict
October 28, 2009
Twelve-year-old Luc Panet-Raymond and his friends say the YouTube video of a fight at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA last month was not staged and was an act of self-defense.
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22 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance May Morning Express Networking Social - SCF "How SCF Supports Local Business"
7:30 am - 9:00 am - 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
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Ranch rallies against cancer
05/15/13
East County residents will rally to fight cancer Saturday, May 18, as the American Cancer Society hosts its annual Lakewood Ranch Relay for Life event at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. -
Barista pours on fun for daughters
05/15/13
State Road 70 Starbucks barista and East County resident Cyndee Vanderford showed her daughters the world of lattes and mochas for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day April 25. -
Troop plants Freedom's courtyard
05/15/13
Girls in Girl Scouts Junior Troop 181, at Freedom Elementary School, recently earned their Bronze Award by researching and planting the back of the school’s courtyard.
