SMR wins approval in Villages revote
July 15, 2009
Sarasota commissioners approved the Lakewood Ranch developer’s requests to change the county’s Comprehensive Plan July 8.
Fast convicted of stepmother's murder
July 14, 2009
More than two years after the brutal slaying of Tara resident Susan Fast, her murderer has been sent to prison for life.
Ranch Rotary installs officers
July 13, 2009
The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch held recently its Annual Induction Dinner at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club to install new officers and members of the board of directors.
Manatee schools receive $1.7 million grant
July 13, 2009
History education in Manatee County Public Schools received a substantial boost through a nearly $1.7 million grant from the federal government to fund a "Teaching American History Grant."
First-time buyers push home sales 8.9%
July 13, 2009
The Manatee Association of Realtors today reported a sixth consecutive month of sales gains thanks to first-time home buyers taking advantage of the most favorable conditions.
Bookworms head 'under the sea'
July 11, 2009
Families gathered at Little Bookworms on Lakewood Main Street from noon to 2 p.m., July 11 for the store’s special Under the Sea Celebration event. Mark Jones was on hand to sign “Mermaid Dance,” the book he illustrated, and to read it during story time. Children also enjoyed face painting, crafts and games.
Soccer league kicks off with open house
July 11, 2009
Children practiced kicking the ball and learned basic soccer skills during an open house for Lil Kicker’s soccer program at the Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 11.
Kiddie Academy enjoys summer splash
July 10, 2009
Students at Kiddie Academy in Lakewood Ranch beat the heat with Water Day July 10. The day featured a variety of water-themed activities and games.
Main Street to host first car show
July 10, 2009
Team AfterHours Car Club will display autos of all kinds this Sunday on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
Zoo brings rainforest to Goddard
July 10, 2009
Children at The Goddard School in Lakewood Ranch got a first-hand look at rainforest animals during a special presentation Friday morning. Zoo Ventures instructor Ashley Hodges of the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa brought several animals to the East County preschool as the culmination of a weeklong study of Brazil.
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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.
