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The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office received reports Saturday evening about an exchange of gunfire between two vehicles on Cattlemen Road in Sarasota near University Town Center.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • May 2, 2021
Shots fired Saturday night in University Town Center area in Sarasota.

Those riding in two sedans exchanged gunfire on Cattlemen Road in Sarasota on Saturday night but no injuries were reported.

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A bullet hole is in the window above the garage at 6706 Oakmont Way after a shooting early Sunday morning in Bradenton.
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  • Jay Heater
  • May 2, 2021
UPDATE — Shooting erupts after River Club party in Bradenton

Two suffer non life-threatening injuries trying to flee the scene at River Club in Bradenton.

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  • April 29, 2021
East County weather page photo: April 29

Gordon Silver captured this pelican having a bass lunch along White Eagle Boulevard.

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  • April 29, 2021
East County weather page photo: April 22

Scott Veix captured this pair of bald eagles fixing up their nest for their young eaglet on White Eagle Boulevard in Lakewood Ranch.

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Braden River and Lakewood Ranch high school seniors can now bring four guests to graduation. File photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 29, 2021
Manatee County high school graduates get more tickets for the celebration

School District of Manatee County announces high school seniors will get four tickets for graduation.

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Lorraine Road one-car crash on Wednesday leaves a 50-year-old Bradenton man in critical condition.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 29, 2021
Lakewood Ranch crash leaves Bradenton man in critical condition

Lakewood Ranch crash leaves Bradenton man in critical condition

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Arun Bhagwat said he shut things down during the pandemic, but now is back to playing outdoor gigs.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 28, 2021
Sarasota man finds fulfillment with his main squeeze

82-year-old University Park accordionist lifts spirits with his sweet sounds.

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Myakka City resident Carol Felts, pictured with one of her horses, JR, hopes her campaign for Manatee County Commission will shine a spotlight on local government and teach people to be engaged citizens.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • April 28, 2021
Myakka woman runs for Manatee County Commission

Myakka woman hopes to teach people about local government via commission campaign

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Charles Reid, Paul Wren and Matt Talaska are pictured after being recognized as newly promoted battalion chiefs at the grand opening of East Manatee Fire Rescue District's Station 8 April 19. Courtesy of East Manatee Fire Rescue.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • April 28, 2021
New battalion chiefs promoted in East Manatee fire district

East Manatee becomes first fire district in the county to split into two battalions

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The School Board of Manatee County has approved the application for Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy. Charter Schools USA is working with Southwest Charter Foundation to open the school. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 28, 2021
School Board of Manatee County approves new charter school in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy will now negotiate a contract with the School District of Manatee County.

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Lakewood Ranch's Katie McCoy hopes to top her fundraising efforts from last year's Southeastern Guide Dogs walk-a-thon. File photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 28, 2021
Parade for puppies in Lakewood Ranch

Southeastern Guide Dogs hosts first virtual national walk-a-thon day.

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ODA sophomore Luke Geske battled a wrist injury early in the season, but holds a 1.82 ERA over 23 innings since returning, with 26 strikeouts.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • April 28, 2021
Thunder on the mound

ODA sophomore pitcher is committed to the University of Miami.

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Bethany Lynch, a senior development manager for the southeastern region of the American Cancer Society, says the Making Strides Mother's Day brunch will give people an opportunity to celebrate those impacted by cancer. File photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 28, 2021
Virtual strides to fight cancer in Lakewood Ranch

American Cancer Society hosts virtual events to support those impacted by cancer.

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Mora Jordan, an animal care specialist at the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch, works with Susan Giroux, the vice president of the nonprofit's board of directors, to take care of the animals, such as Princess, a pointer mix.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • April 28, 2021
Paws(itive) effort in Lakewood Ranch

Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch hosts Divas and Dogs fashion show fundraiser.

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A "no outlet" sign shows Lena Road heading south on its northern segment doesn't connect to the southern portion of the road. An extension to create a continuous route between S.R. 70 and S.R. 64 has been accelerated. File photo.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • April 28, 2021
Manatee County commissioners swerve to meet road needs

Commissioners prioritize three East County road projects

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