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Boat captain Denise Kleiner said the $25 sunset tours at Jiggs Landing offer incredible sights.

Jiggs Landing concession in Bradenton fights to survive pandemic

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

by: Jay Heater

News Jan 13, 2021

Word for 2021: Anthem

Taken from Ayn Rand’s 1937 novella, it’s a warning to reject the spread of collectivism and the state and fight for the principles that made the U.S. exceptional.

by: Matt Walsh

Opinion Dec 30, 2020

A time to keep perspective

Caesar Augustus and Herod were all about self-centered status, power and ego. … Mary and Joseph were the antithesis. Humble, not materially wealthy, ordinary in all appearances. And yet they were extraordinary.

by: Matt Walsh

Opinion Dec 23, 2020

RN Margo Post works at SunCoast Blood Centers in Lakewood Ranch Dec. 18 with blood to be shipped out.

Convalescent plasma donations in Lakewood Ranch provide Pennsylvania Christmas miracle

Jay Heater: Side of Ranch

by: Jay Heater

News Dec 18, 2020

Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge writes that the Commission should be able to select its government leadership.

LETTERS TO EDITOR: Manatee County commissioner says the commission should be able select its government leaders.

Savanna residents worry Lakewood Ranch area is turning into a "parking lot."

by: Guest

Opinion Dec 8, 2020

Adam Myara, Albert Myara and Bruce Mahnke (along with Bob Bender, not pictured) co-own McGrath's Irish Ale House at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

A shot of Irish authenticity has emerged in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

by: Jay Heater

News Dec 8, 2020

Cheri Coryea's future as Manatee County Administrator could be decided Jan. 6 at a Commission meeting.

Manatee County Commission strife demands public input

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

by: Jay Heater

Opinion Nov 30, 2020

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