Burglars hit cars in Braden Woods
September 15, 2009
Items were stolen from three vehicles in the East County community between Sept. 11-14.
Thieves steal copper wire from power substation
September 15, 2009
More than 2,500 Peace River Electric customers were without power after the company discovered unknown suspect(s) had stolen about 100 feet of copper ground wire from its Myakka substation.
Manatee schools install new technology
September 15, 2009
The technology, which features more than 100 miles of underground conduit and fiber-optic cables, allows teachers to see and interact with students at other schools via video.
Galvano to speak at LECOM
September 15, 2009
State Rep. Bill Galvano will be the keynote speaker for the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine — Bradenton's Constitution Day ceremonies at 10 a.m., Sept. 17, at the campus, 5000 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.
Getman won't seek reelection
September 15, 2009
The 65-year-old at-large commissioner said he plans to build his at-home travel agency, which specializes in cruise vacations.
Wellness Center breaks ground
September 15, 2009
The center is expected to serve 6,000 cancer patients and their caregivers annually with support and information at no cost.
Manatee activates EOC for flood monitoring
September 12, 2009
Local streets have been covered with water at times today, and some residents have experienced flooding in their homes. All residents should be on the watch for potential flooding in their neighborhoods throughout today until the rainy conditions improve.
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.
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.
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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.
