FHP to conduct Manatee inspections
June 30, 2009
During the month of July, the Florida Highway Patrol will be conducting driver license and vehicle inspections.
Teen dies in I-75 wreck
June 29, 2009
According to Florida Highway Patrol reporters, 18-year-olds Keith Wallace and William Rotunda were on the on ramp from State Road 70 to southbound Interstate 75 when their 2000 Dodge pickup rolled over.
Manatee detectives locate missing fugitive
June 29, 2009
Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested North Manatee resident Larry Laudig, 71, following tips garnered from a feature on the show "America's Most Wanted."
Cornerstone church breaks ground
June 29, 2009
Cornerstone Church of Lakewood Ranch broke ground on its new building project during a special ceremony Sunday night.
Main Street eateries battle with BBQ
June 27, 2009
East County residents gathered on Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the first Main Street Restaurant Cook-off June 27. Starting at 3 p.m., Main Street eateries put out their tasty barbecue-style creations — everything from pulled pork and ribs to sturgeon — for attendees to sample before casting their votes for the best barbecue dish. Festivities also included pony rides, live music and other activities.
Community Fund serves plateful of fun
June 27, 2009
East County residents served up a plateful of fun during the Tahitian Adventure Interactive Dinner June 26. Guests enjoyed drinks and appetizers before piling into the ballroom at Polo Grill and Bar for a three course meal that the guests prepared themselves under the direction of Polo Grill owner and chef Tommy Klauber and restaurant staff. The event raised money for the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund.
Crowley begins restoration project
June 26, 2009
Beginning July 1 through Dec. 31, Crowley will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.
Manatee Glens closes residential program
June 25, 2009
Budget cuts are forcing Manatee Glens to close its residential treatment program for teenagers with substance abuse and mental issues despite an increase in requests for service.
Bradenton tourism director resigns
June 25, 2009
Larry White, executive director of the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, stepped down from his position on the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors this week.
Aquatic Explanation
June 24, 2009
Lakewood Ranch must comply with watering restrictions the same way residents do. Then why doesn't it seem like it?
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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."
