Our View: 'Yes' on straw poll
August 3, 2011
After two years of discussion and debate, a huge step is being taken to turn Lakewood Ranch into its own city.
My View: The good news on jobs
July 27, 2011
In the relentless trashing by the mainstream media of everything Gov. Rick Scott does, there has been some pretty great news ignored lately.
Our View: IDA surplus won’t last
July 27, 2011
Every level of government is on forced austerity as the economic recovery stumbles under the frightening federal debt load and regulatory uncertainty.
My View: Incorporation reporting is unbalanced
July 27, 2011
In the June 22 East County Observer, the editors announced that the newspaper would launch a summer-long incorporation series. The goal was to provide residents with enough balanced information for residents to be more educated about the pros and cons of becoming a city. Our group, the Friends of Lakewood Ranch, welcomed that effort with enthusiasm.
Our View: District needs finance help
July 20, 2011
Manatee schools may need a financial intervention.
My View: It's not a 'drain,' it's a wash
July 20, 2011
A recent news story reveals a misunderstanding of how the economics work. Employees contributing to their pensions doesn't lessen the economy.
Our View: What about the taxpayer?
July 13, 2011
As is all too common, an important party has not been at the table in the negotiations between the Manatee County School District and the Manatee Education Association.
My View: Teacher lawsuit instructive
July 13, 2011
There is much to be learned from the lawsuit filed by the statewide teachers union and joined by others, including an entitlement mentality.
Our View: Re-think new house taxes
July 6, 2011
Building a new house in Manatee County will get a little more expensive beginning Oct. 1, thanks to the County Commission breezily approving a new impact fee schedule with nary a peep.
My View: Sarasota County got Benderson right
July 6, 2011
The Sarasota County Commission was right to eliminate the Benderson's affordable housing provision. But there is a bigger issue involved.
- 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."
