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Lakewood Ranch High School seniors Ryan Donnelly and Lucas Anthony cheer their loudest as the football team gains a first down.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 12, 2023
Braden River, Lakewood Ranch student sections stage cheering rivalry

When it comes to supporting their schools, the Braden River and Lakewood Ranch high school student sections never back down.

  • East County
  • Schools
Reverend Randall LaRoche and his wife Heidi attend a planning commission meeting on Aug. 10 with about 25 other Elwood Park residents. Heidi LaRoche came up with the idea for everyone to wear matching Elwood Park T-shirts when attending commission meetings. She makes the T-shirts, too.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • September 12, 2023
History trumps density in Manatee County's Elwood Park

The 650-acre, 100-year-old neighborhood has fended off two developers over the past year.

  • East County
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Dave Springer will not only be taking on the new role of theater director at Lakewood Ranch High School but also a role in the Manatee Performing Arts Center's "Song for a New World."
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 11, 2023
Lakewood Ranch High welcomes new theater director

Dave Springer will perform in Manatee Performing Arts Center's "Songs for a New World" as he starts teaching at Lakewood Ranch High.

  • East County
  • Schools
Dick Vitale was presented with a rock that reads "You're Awesome, Baby" following the completion of his final radiation treatment for vocal cord cancer.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 11, 2023
Dick Vitale shows fighting spirit throughout cancer treatment

The Hall of Fame college basketball broadcaster finished his treatment for vocal cord cancer Sept. 1.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Aloha Ukulele club of Lakewood Ranch donates eight ukuleles to the new Lakewood Ranch Library, represented by Tiffany Mautino (first row, center).
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 11, 2023
8 ukuleles donated to the new Lakewood Ranch Library

Aloha Ukulele, a Lakewood Ranch Community Activities club, donated ukuleles to the coming library with the hope of having a presence there.

  • East County
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Braden River High junior Yahshua Edwards (17) leans into a hit from Lakewood Ranch junior defensive back Mike Turner (24) during a 2023 game. Edwards has transferred to Riverview High for the 2024 season.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 10, 2023
Braden River football seeks consistency despite 2-0 start

The Pirates won 41-23 over rival Lakewood Ranch High on Sept. 8 but are not satisfied with how they played.

  • East County
  • Sports
Seventeen-year-old boy murdered in Bradenton
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 9, 2023
Seventeen-year-old boy murdered in Bradenton

Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies have arrested a 19-year-old male who is suspected of running over the 17-year-old with a car.

  • East County
  • News
Cynthia Rogers and her husband, Charles Rogers, love having Friday night fun with their granddaughter Kendall Leathers (center), a first grader. They usually have a movie night, but on Sept. 8, they decided to attend Willis Elementary's Games with Grandparents.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 9, 2023
Willis Elementary hosts first Games with Grandparents in Lakewood Ranch

Grandparents enjoyed meeting their grandchildren's teachers and friends while playing games.

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Victor Davis and Michael Demarski, the owner of 3Form Fitness, are ready to start 3Form Fitness' first charity golf tournament at Legacy Golf Club.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 9, 2023
3Form Fitness hosts its first charity golf tournament in Lakewood Ranch

Participants looked forward to a good time on the golf course while supporting three local nonprofits.

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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 9, 2023
High school football roundup: Week three

A strong slate of games in East County and Sarasota featured two head-to-head matchups.

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Braden River junior running back/receiver Yahshua Edwards celebrates after a touchdown against Lakewood Ranch. The Pirates need to score when they have the opportunity in the red zone.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 8, 2023
Braden River High football beats Lakewood Ranch High for eighth-straight year

The Pirates took down the Mustangs 41-23 at home.

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  • By State College of Florida Coding Academy
  • September 8, 2023
Give Your Child a High Tech Advantage

The State College of Florida Coding Academy gives local youth a hightech advantage through pre-college workshops, after-school enrichment programs, youth competitions, and micro-credential classes.

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Manatee County commissioners approve rezoning 17.8 acres of a 34.5-acre site off Linger Lodge Road, where D.R. Horton will build 99 town homes.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • September 8, 2023
Town home project approved for Linger Lodge Road

Despite several public objections, Manatee County commissioners approved the D.R. Horton project in a 5-2 vote.

  • East County
  • News
Terri Robinson and Kristal Meisinger sell their tiedye creations. They also fill custom orders and offer private tie dye parties.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • September 8, 2023
Myakka Co-op kicks off its third season

The Myakka Co-op is a group of local artisans selling their goods every first Saturday of the month at the Silver Star East restaurant.

  • East County
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Debra Gregrich, Heather Gillen, RMA, Ashley Fowler PA-C, Rob Nixon PA-C, and Dr. Alan Valadie
  • By Coastal Orthopedics Staff
  • September 7, 2023
A “HAPPY COINCIDENCE” Creates the Foundation for Coastal Orthopedics’ 50-Year Legacy

It was a “happy coincidence” that laid the foundation for Coastal Orthopedics, says Dr. Jim Rogers, one of the original founders of the now well-known health care firm.

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