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Palmetto's Sari Lindroos-Valimaki is running to represent District 1 on the Manatee County Commission.
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • July 1, 2026
Palmetto resident is lone Democrat in Manatee's race for District 1

Sari Lindroos-Valimaki wants Republican voters to give a Democrat a chance in the District 1 race.

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Ken Rushing and Noel Ladd are co-owners of Couch LBK.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 1, 2026
Voices of America: In what era of American history would you have liked to have lived?

In our series of questions for Americans in honor of the country's 250th birthday, we explore our favorite periods of history.

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This Lake Club home at 17115 Salerno Drive sold for $2.6 million. Built in 2020, it has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,596 square feet of living area.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • June 30, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for June 15-19 in Lakewood Ranch

A Lake Club home on Salerno Drive tops the week's sales at $2.6 million.

  • East County
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Andres Parra has served as The Out-of-Door Academy athletic director since July 2022. He's been through his fair share of busy summers over the years.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • June 30, 2026
For high school athletic directors, summer is no day at the beach

Athletics are out of season, but the work doesn't stop for these behind-the-scenes operators.

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Bradenton's JT White believes more focus needs to be put on human interaction rather than high use of technology.
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  • Madison Bierl
  • June 30, 2026
School board candidate wants better tools for students

The son of a principal, JT White wants the district to be fiscally responsible while providing more hands-on support for students.

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The committee presents its findings to County Administrator Charlie Bishop June 23.
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 30, 2026
Manatee government efficiency committee says DOGE report is off base

The committee met with Manatee's administrator and will report to commissioners July 28.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 30, 2026
Voices of America: Who's your American hero, and why?

In our series of questions for Americans in honor of the country's 250th birthday, we dive into respondents' favorite Americans.

  • Spirit of America
Jason Madsen has been hired as the new chief executive officer of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 29, 2026
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center hires new CEO

Universal Health Services picks Jason Madsen to take over its 180-bed facility in the growing community.

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Sarasota Tsunami head coach Ira Klein described Jaxon Griffin (above) as a "developing swimmer" six months ago. Now, Griffin is on the rise, qualifying for national-level meets left and right.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • June 29, 2026
East County Athlete of the Week: Jaxon Griffin

The rising junior at Lakewood Ranch High qualified for both the Speedo Summer and Winter Junior National Championships last month.

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The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance hosts local legislators at a panel discussion June 24 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 29, 2026
Manatee, Sarasota legislators talk infrastructure, property taxes

Local representatives attended the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's June luncheon to offer a legislative update.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 29, 2026
Voices of America: What's your favorite American invention?

In our series of questions for Americans in honor of the country's 250th birthday, we reflect on what was Made in the U.S.A.

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Jetson Grimes
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  • Observer Staff
  • June 28, 2026
Voices of America: What's your favorite American tradition?

In our series of questions for Americans in honor of the country's 250th birthday, we explore how we celebrate.

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Kristin Hokanson, co-owner of Fiorelli Winery and mom of Jackson and Madison, says the Red, White and Blueberry Celebration is bigger and better every year and is great way to come together as a community.
    By
  • Madison Bierl
  • June 27, 2026
Fiorelli Winery hosts foot-stomping music

The sixth annual Red, White and Blueberry Celebration included two live bands.

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Arlene Merriman
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 27, 2026
Voices of America: What do you think you have in common with someone living in this country 250 years ago?

In our series of questions for Americans in honor of the country's 250th birthday, we explore how we compare to those before us.

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Sisterhood for Good's Glo Reber presents Harbor58's Ari Gibbons and Annie Wilson a grant for $7,500 to go towards a mentoring program for foster kids.
    By
  • Madison Bierl
  • June 26, 2026
Another monster year for Sisterhood for Good, which awards 29 grants worth $150,095

The Lakewood Ranch nonprofit has awarded $772,522 in grants since 2011.

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This past season was Jordan Guerrero's first as the Out-of-Door Academy baseball coach. Guerrero, who pitched in the San Diego Padres organization from 2015-23, guided the Thunder to an 8-12 record.
  • July 16, 2026
Retired pros bring unique experience to high school coaching
2
Edward Bailey, Jr., a 22-year-old former District 5 commissioner's aide, is now vying for a seat on the dais.
  • July 15, 2026
Young candidates vie for Manatee County Commission, school board
3
Linda Matte, Theresa Langston and Rosemary Cummings of Stitchers welcome people of all skill levels to join the group on Mondays and learn about sewing, quilting and more.
  • July 15, 2026
Neighbors create threads of friendship with Lakewood Ranch club
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Official renderings for the multiplex will be completed after the site plan is finalized, but this rendering offers a glimpse of what the facility at Premier Sports Campus North could look like.
  • July 15, 2026
Lakewood Ranch-area residents divided on proposed ice rink for Premier
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Co-owners Tory Delany and Kevin O'Hanlon say every aspect of Delany's Public House on Lakewood Main Street is genuine Irish.
  • July 15, 2026
Delany's Public House ready to open on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

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