Business Observer 12.10.09
December 9, 2009
More than 100 Realtors, business partners and friends watched as the Manatee Association of REALTORS appointed its 2010 leadership Dec. 4 at River Strand at Heritage Harbour.
Woman dies in Ranch car accident
December 8, 2009
The fatal accident outside the Lakewood Ranch Post Office occurred just before 11 a.m. this morning.
Buchanan submits academy nominations
December 8, 2009
Buchanan's nominations include three East County students: Joseph Robert James Frye, of Lakewood Ranch High School, and Jessica Riley Gore and Thomas James Kopec, both of Braden River High School.
Ranch residents ring in holiday season
December 8, 2009
More than 150 Lakewood Ranch residents rang in the holiday season during the annual Holiday Dinner Dance Dec. 6 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. Guests enjoyed dinner, dancing and socializing.
McGonegal to present new proposal for MTI
December 7, 2009
In addition to moving the site to land in front of Braden River High School, the Manatee County superintendent also wants to earmark land for future East County schools.
Tara students schmooze with Santa
December 7, 2009
Tara Elementary School students and families got an early visit from Santa during the school's Supper with Santa event Dec. 4. The kids enjoyed pizza before bringing their lists to Santa.
Heritage Harbour hosts holiday breakfast
December 7, 2009
More than 60 children got some face time with Santa himself during Heritage Harbour's Breakfast with Santa event Dec. 5. The event, chaired by Cathy Faust, featured pancakes, sausage, juice and, of course, photos with the big man himself.
Ball benefits Manatee children
December 7, 2009
More than 70 couples turned out for the University Park Women's Club's annual Diamond and Crystal Charity Ball event, which kicked off at 7 p.m., Dec. 5 at the University Park Country Club. This year's event, themed "Dancing for the stars," benefited Manatee Children's Services.
Jury convicts Tim Brooks of murder
December 5, 2009
The former Lakewood Ranch High School quarterback faces a mandatory life sentence in the shooting death of William White Jr.
Freedom holds holiday bazaar
December 5, 2009
Families gathered at Freedom Elementary School from 4-7 p.m., Dec. 5 for the school’s holiday bazaar event. Festivities included pictures with Santa, arts and crafts, games and more.
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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."
