Student trumpeter hits the right notes
September 16, 2009
Braden River High School's Christian Wayman has been moonlighting with the George Carroll Big Band.
Manatee schools install new technology
September 15, 2009
The technology, which features more than 100 miles of underground conduit and fiber-optic cables, allows teachers to see and interact with students at other schools via video.
East County remembers 9/11
September 11, 2009
Firefighters from East Manatee Fire Rescue brought the reality of Sept. 11, 2001 to life during its third annual remembrance ceremony at 9 a.m., Sept. 11 at Manatee Technical Institute’s East Manatee campus.
Tara scoops out fun
September 11, 2009
Children at Tara Elementary School and their families scooped up a helping of fun during an ice cream social from 5-7 p.m., Sept. 10.
Obama addresses East County classrooms
September 9, 2009
The president encouraged students to take responsibility for their education during his speech Sept. 8.
Pirate pride reigns at Braden River
September 4, 2009
Braden River High School's fans cheered their Pirates on to an impressive victory at the school's home season opener against Lakewood Ranch Friday night.
Lakewood shows school spirit
September 4, 2009
Lakewood Ranch High School's fans, friends and family supported their Mustang squad during the school's big rivalry game against Braden River High School Friday night.
Science education receives $100,000 boost
September 3, 2009
For the fourth consecutive year, Lockheed Martin Corp. has donated $100,000 to the school district for these type of programs.
SMACK TALK: Braden River vs. Lakewood
September 2, 2009
Click here to leave your comments on Friday night's rivalry showdown between Braden River and Lakewood Ranch. Game starts at 7:30 p.m. at Braden River.
Kids R Kids throws one last summer splash
September 2, 2009
Students in Lakewood Ranch Kids R Kids' summer camp ended the season on a wet and wild note during the camp's Water Day. The special day featured a several huge waterslides. The students all were able to take turns on them before the rain arrived later in the day, says Kids R Kids owner Gregg Kinney.
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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."
