Observed: Back from Grandma's
July 25, 2012
Last week, I flew to Detroit, to visit my 88-year-old grandmother, whom I hadn’t seen since my wedding. It had been even longer since I’d seen many of my other relatives, as well.
My View: A call to Port Manatee
July 25, 2012
Many of the meetings in my legislative office and emails I have received this summer have been about the need for new job growth in our area.
Observed: Facts should determine your vote
July 18, 2012
I began hearing the rumors several months ago, so I wasn't completely surprised when Manatee County Commission District 5 Candidate Vanessa Baugh called me one day with a dilemma: Rumors were circulating about her residency in Manatee County.
My View: Public hearings set for FY 2013
July 18, 2012
In August, Manatee County residents will receive their TRIM (Truth In Millage) notice from the Manatee County Property Appraiser.
Bud Collins misses Wimbledon
July 11, 2012
This year's Wimbledon was the first one Bud Collins had missed in 44 consecutive years.
Observed: A journey on the Rotarian way
July 11, 2012
I had been waiting for weeks for the day to come — July 5.
- 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 - Jul
4 July 4th Fireworks and Seafood All American Buffet at Riverhouse Reef & Grill
4:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Jul
10 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance June Networking Social
5:00 pm - 7:00 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.
