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Greenbrook's Allison Konick has always dreamed of opening a dental practice and looks forward to growing her practice in the same community in which she lives.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 19, 2021
EYE ON BUSINESS: New dental practice makes owner smile in Lakewood Ranch

Greenbrook resident opens Kind Smiles Dental Health in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Business
Palmetto High School's Principal Carl Auckerman will take the lead of Braden River High School next year.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 19, 2021
History buff Braden River High's future

Carl Auckerman wants to establish relationships before taking over as principal at Braden River High in east Bradenton.

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This Waterlefe Golf and River Club home at 10507 Riverbank Terrace sold for $1,932,000. It has five bedrooms, four-and-two-half baths, a pool and 6,100 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • May 18, 2021
Lake Club home tops Lakewood Ranch-area sales at $1.95 million

Waterlefe in Bradenton home sells for $1,932,000.

  • East County
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The late Richard Albero, who lived in Del Webb, wrote a book about his 1,200-mile walk from Tampa to New York to raise $56,000 for the Wounded Warrior project. He died in 2020 and is being honored at the Tribute to Heroes Concert.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • May 18, 2021
Tribute to Heroes Concert in Lakewood Ranch a chance to support vets

Tribute to Heroes Concert will be held at the Greenbrook Adventure Park in Lakewood Ranch on May 22.

  • East County
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Jennifer Campos, a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School, wants to set an example for her brothers and nephews as she becomes the first in her family to graduate high school.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 18, 2021
New horizons for Lakewood Ranch student

Lakewood Ranch High's Jennifer Campos becomes the first in her migrant family to graduate.

  • East County
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Palm View K-8 School Principal Kaththea Johnson gives a tablet to a student alongside Assistant Principal James Dougherty. Dougherty says it's important for schools to celebrate student successes. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 18, 2021
Learning Bashaw first priority for new east Bradenton principal

James Dougherty now meeting with teachers, staff and families to prepare for new school year in east Bradenton.

  • East County
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A student from Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School reads a book in Spanish. When students are in Spanish class, they will do everything in Spanish. When in English class, they'll read, speak and write in English. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 18, 2021
Twice the learning in Lakewood Ranch

Braden River Elementary School adds a dual language program in Manatee County.

  • East County
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Roberto Ortega and Margo Valenzuela give their daughter Athzira Ortega flowers and balloons to celebrate her graduation from Lakewood Ranch High School last year. More guests will be allowed to attend this year's ceremonies.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 17, 2021
Attendance expands for Manatee County high school graduations

School District of Manatee County doubles attendance for graduation ceremonies at LECOM Park.

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    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 17, 2021
Prom prevails for Lakewood Ranch seniors

After the Lakewood Ranch High prom was cancelled, a private one was organized to replace it.

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    By
  • Melissa Leduc
  • May 13, 2021
East County weather page photo: May 13

Gordon Silver captured this photo of a great blue heron eating a snake in Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch.

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A wreath of flowers hangs at the entrance to the stable area during the Celebration of Life for Gabby Herrmann.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • May 12, 2021
Final salute to Myakka City 'icon'

Celebration of Life held for Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan Stallions matriarch Gabby Herrmann.

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    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • May 12, 2021
New lemur babies born at Myakka foundation

Endangered lemur births represent hope for Lemur Conservation Foundation

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Club President Dawn Zielinski displays the Florida Bicycle Association Club of the Year award for 2020, which was won by the Village Idiots Cycling Club, based in Lakewood Ranch. (Photo courtesy of OdellPhotos.com)
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • May 12, 2021
Lakewood Ranch's Village Idiots rise to top

Lakewood Ranch bike club's efforts to create better community for cyclists result in award

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    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • May 12, 2021
Eastern Manatee County firefighters crush latest exam

East Manatee Fire Rescue District practices for heavy-duty accidents

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  • Liz Ramos
  • May 12, 2021
Set for a great game in Lakewood Ranch

Kids learn to play volleyball in Lakewood Ranch.

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