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Mississippi State student Maxwell Gebhart examines the invasive tape grass in the wild. He's used to seeing it in a lab.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 17, 2024
Biologists slowly ridding the Braden River of tape grass

Students study the invasive species that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has been working to eradicate from the Braden River.

  • East County
  • News
This Lakehouse Cove at Waterside home at 8076 Grande Shores Drive sold for $2,175,000. It has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,553 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • July 16, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for July 1-5 in Lakewood Ranch

A Lake Club home on Clearlake Avenue tops the week's sales at $3.7 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Dr. Robert McCann has lived in River Club for 18 years and is running to represent District 5 on the Manatee County commission.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 16, 2024
Will performing as a commissioner be Robert McCann's next talent?

The doctor, lawyer, Navy veteran, pilot and scuba diver is ready for a new adventure in politics.

  • East County
  • News
Garry Kohn, a visiting member from the Mason Deerfield Rotary Club, presents a banner to Lang Wooddy, the new Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch president.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 16, 2024
New Lakewood Ranch Rotary president focuses on a successful year

River Strand's Lang Wooddy wants to meet members' expectations of having successful events, expanding programs and helping the community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Artem Kopmar, a captain of the Braden River Soccer Club U16 boys team, dribbles around Davi Pereira at a team practice.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 16, 2024
Braden River Soccer Club will earn national exposure at Denver tournament

The U16 boys soccer team won the Florida State Cup in May to qualify for the US Club National Cup.

  • East County
  • Sports
Wetlands in Lakewood Ranch are monitored regularly to keep invasive plant species at bay and ensure proper water flow.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch's preserved lands face many threats

The stewardship districts battles invasive species like the Brazilian pepper tree on a regular basis.

  • East County
  • News
Cardinal Mooney High rising senior Kali Barrett committed to the University of Cincinnati on July 7.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 15, 2024
East County girls basketball star commits to Cincinnati

Kali Barrett, a rising senior at Cardinal Mooney High, said she values her relationships with Bearcats coaches.

  • East County
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Lauren Macri and her husband, Tim Macri, the owners of Beef 'O' Brady's Braden River, love seeing the community support through the restaurants Christmas in July partnership with Tara Elementary School.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 15, 2024
Tara Elementary partners with Beef 'O' Brady's for Christmas in July

Restaurant patrons fulfill teachers' wishes before a back-to-school luncheon at Beef 'O' Brady's.

  • East County
  • Schools
Lakewood Ranch resident Megan Schroeder is a member of the Young Professionals Committee.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 13, 2024
Builders stuff backpacks for Sarasota and Manatee Boys & Girls Clubs

Stuff the Backpack is an annual event for the Suncoast Builders Association.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
CITY Furniture will open in spring 2025 at University Town Center.
    By
  • Elizabeth King
  • July 13, 2024
Furniture showroom with wine bar coming to UTC

City Furniture will open a 120,000-square-foot showroom complete with a cafe and bar off University Parkway.

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Amanda Closser, the business manager of Steel Ring Academy, yells as she puts all her energy into going after Jason Callis, the owner and founder, with a viking sword and shield.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 12, 2024
Steel Ring Academy proves its point at Braden River Library

The Bradenton company demonstrates sword fighting during a special event at the library.

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  • Neighbors
The planned indoor sports complex at Nathan Benderson Park will also serve as a boathouse for rowing activities.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • July 12, 2024
Benderson Park sports complex enters next phase of planning

The indoor facility and boathouse will feature dozens of sport courts to attract a variety of athletic tournaments.

  • East County
  • News
Fireworks are the highlight of Fireworks on the Lake at Nathan Benderson Park.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 11, 2024
Lowering the boom on my love of fireworks

The fuse is lit every year on social media regarding the love/hate of fireworks.

  • East County
  • Opinion
LWRBA volunteers Patrick Larivaud, Cooper Hodgson, Ali Marks, Jenna Nelson, Duette Hart and Annemarie Graff work a shift at Meals on Wheels Plus on Oct. 7, 2022.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 10, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance gives back year-round

The nonprofit offers a variety of benefits to assist local businesses and nonprofits.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Lakewood Ranch Library offers more than just books, such as puzzles.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • July 10, 2024
Observer editor spends a day exploring the Lakewood Ranch Library

The new facility offers opportunities for people of all ages to gather and participate in a variety of activities.

  • East County
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