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.
Parents question district's decision
September 2, 2009
Superintendent Tim McGonegal removed four students from Lakewood Ranch after they threw acid bombs at several homes.
'New era' dawns at ODA
September 2, 2009
The private school opened its new 25,000-square-foot Art Center Aug. 26. The facility is 800 times the size of ODA’s existing space for arts classes.
Delaney to speak at Bayshore Elementary
August 28, 2009
NBA referee and East County author Bob Delaney will be at Bayshore Elementary School Sept. 1 to welcome the newest members to the school’s Bob Delaney Leadership Academy.
Let the learning begin!
August 26, 2009
More than 12,000 East County students returned to classrooms, textbooks and teachers Monday for the start of the 2009-2010 school year.
PHOTO GALLERY: Back to School 2009
August 24, 2009
The Observer visits six East County schools as they begin the 2009-10 school year.
Marching Mustangs prep for 2009 show
August 18, 2009
Lakewood Ranch High School Marching Band students returned to the band room and black top last week to begin preparing for their 2009 show, "In a Heartbeat."
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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.
