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.
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.
Bashaw families capture holiday spirit
December 5, 2009
The cold, rainy weather did not keep families from Bashaw Elementary from turning out for the school's Annual Holiday Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 5.
Theater students speak for community
December 5, 2009
Local theater students lent a voice to their community during performances in the Lend Us Your Voice student documentary theater festival Dec. 3-5.
Rain cancels Music on Main
December 4, 2009
Because of inclement weather, tonight's Music on Main concert is canceled.
New hotel opens in East County
December 4, 2009
Benderson Development and Buffalo Lodging Associates opened the new Hampton Inns & Suites off University Parkway.
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18 'Last Night Out' - Brides Against Breast Cancer Fundraiser
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm - Jun
19 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance June Executive Briefing - "Creating a Social Media policy at your place of business"
7:30 am - 9:00 am - Jun
20 Welcome Club of Sarasota/Manatee Luncheon
11:00 am - 2:00 pm - Jun
28 Regatta Pointe Marina River Regatta 2013
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Manatee students capture F1 in Schools championship
06/13/13
Four students recently returned to Manatee County with bragging rights. -
OBITUARY: Randy Hedrick
06/13/13
East County residents are mourning the loss of local businessman and friend, Randy Hedrick, who died suddenly Tuesday, June 4, of a heart attack. -
National Champs: Sarasota Crew Men's Varsity 8+ team
06/12/13
The Sarasota Crew Men's Varsity 8+ team won the gold medal June 7-9, at the 2013 USRowing Youth National Championships.
