McNeal musical provides oceans of fun
November 18, 2009
Second-grade students at McNeal Elementary School brought the colors and personality of the sea to life during a performance of "Go Fish" Nov. 18.
Saturday Night Fever infects BRE
November 16, 2009
Braden River Elementary School parents donned authentic disco attire for the Parent-Teacher Organization's Fall Ball Nov. 14 at the Sarasota Polo Club. All profits from the event will benefit BRE students through technology and tutoring.
Manatee announces H1N1 vaccination schedule
November 16, 2009
Manatee County Public Schools and the Manatee County Health Department will continue H1N1 vaccinations through the end of the year.
Tara features family fun at fall festival
November 14, 2009
Tara Elementary School's annual fall festival featured plenty of carnival games, inflatable attractions and performances Nov. 14.
Imagine School conjures up first fall festival
November 14, 2009
Students and families of Imagine School of Lakewood Ranch enjoyed the school's first fall festival Nov. 14. The event included a performance by the school's dancers, a dunk tank, games and more.
Braden River Middle honors veterans
November 13, 2009
Braden River Middle School commemorated Veterans Day with a celebration program Nov. 13. The event included performances from the band's music ensembles as well as speeches from veterans and Florida State Rep. Ron Reagan.
Falcons Let Freedom Ring
November 12, 2009
Students, faculty and staff at Freedom Elementary School gathered to pay tribute to our nation's military heroes during the school's annual Let Freedom Ring Courtyard Ceremony today. Students recognized the different military branches, sang songs and rang the Freedom bell in honor of Veterans Day.
Program seeks host families
November 11, 2009
The Cultural Academic Student Exchange is looking for local families to host foreign exchange students for a five-month stay.
Pirate JRTOC Raiders heading to state
November 11, 2009
The Braden River High School JROTC Pirate Battalion Raider Team will head to state competitions following its participation in the Area 5 Raider Meet Nov. 7.
SOUND OFF: Will you vaccinate your child for H1N1?
November 11, 2009
The East County Observer asked parents at Freedom and Braden River elementary schools whether they planned to have their child get the H1N1 vaccine.
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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.
