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.
Mustangs stun Seminoles in home-opener
September 11, 2009
Despite a flu bug that made its way through the locker room last week, Lakewood Ranch upset rivals Southeast 20-16 Sept. 11.
East County remembers 9/11
September 11, 2009
Firefighters from East Manatee Fire Rescue brought the reality of Sept. 11, 2001 to life during its third annual remembrance ceremony at 9 a.m., Sept. 11 at Manatee Technical Institute’s East Manatee campus.
Tara scoops out fun
September 11, 2009
Children at Tara Elementary School and their families scooped up a helping of fun during an ice cream social from 5-7 p.m., Sept. 10.
Vern Buchanan to conduct Town Hall meeting
September 10, 2009
Congressman Vern Buchanan will host the Sarasota Town Hall informational meeting Friday, Sept. 11, at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Good Earth opening delayed
September 9, 2009
The Lakewood Ranch Main Street's new anchor was scheduled to open last week. Officials say the new opening date is Sept. 21.
Manatee announces gun buyback event
September 9, 2009
Manatee County Commission Chair Dr. Gwen Brown and Manatee School Board member Barbara Harvey will host a community discussion on from 12:30-3:30 p.m., Sept. 19 at Johnson Middle School, 2121 26th Ave. E. Following that meeting, Sheriff Brad Steube will hold a gun buyback event from 4-7 p.m., at Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, 600 301 Blvd. W., Bradenton.
HEALTH MATTERS
September 9, 2009
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center celebrates its fifth anniversary Sept. 12. Read our exclusive coverage in Health Matters here.
Sharing Derek Spring's Story
September 9, 2009
One year ago, Lakewood Ranch mother Janice Spring lost her son because of a prescription drug overdose. Now, she hopes his story will save other teens.
Honor Guard seeks funds for uniforms
September 9, 2009
The Manatee County Honor Guard will help during several Sept. 11 events Friday.
- 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."
