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This Shoreview at Waterside home at 7936 Sunset Pines Drive sold for $1.35 million. It has three bedrooms, three baths and 3,885 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • September 3, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Aug. 19-23 in Lakewood Ranch

A Riverdale home on Hawk Island Drive tops the week's sales at $2.4 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Bradenton resident Pat Simmons leaves a comment asking to include all citizens in the Comprehensive Plan.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • September 3, 2024
Manatee County seeks additional input on Comprehensive Plan

The county held a series of public meetings, but it's not too late for citizens to offer their opinions.

  • East County
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Judge Gilbert A. Smith Jr. swears in James Satcher as the new Supervisor of Elections. Satcher is joined by his wife Monica.
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • September 1, 2024
Citizens' petition asks for removal of supervisor of elections

James Satcher fired four SOE employees following the primary and now 2,000 citizens want him fired.

  • East County
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Braden River senior quarterback Lucas Despot (1) escapes the pocket on a scramble.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 31, 2024
Pirates football lacks firepower in early-season play

Braden River High has scored one offensive touchdown in its first two games of 2024.

  • East County
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High school football roundup.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 31, 2024
High school football roundup: Aug. 30

Six area program took home wins Friday night.

  • East County
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Sarasota High freshman quarterback Hudson West throws a pass to junior Scotty Wells.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 31, 2024
Sarasota High football shuts down Braden River High

The Sailors won a 10-6 game in which defenses ruled the day.

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Natalya Demina, the co-owner of AAA Pet Resort, takes Charlotte, a 6-month-old corgi, through an agility obstacle that benefits the dog's physical and mental health.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • August 30, 2024
AAA Pet Resort owner uses circus experience to train dogs

Natalya Demina and her family use similar training for the Pompeyo Family and the Amazing Rescue Dogs for their clients.

  • East County
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  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors
  • August 29, 2024
7 Steps to Successful Financial Planning for Retirement

How to work effectively with your financial advisor.

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Lakewood Ranch residents Marilyn and Marty Munce are regulars at Waterside Place.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • August 28, 2024
Manatee Community Concert Band rocks Waterside Place

The band played classics including "Moon River" for the August installment of Sights and Sounds.

  • East County
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ODA football junior linebacker Heath DeRusso.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 28, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Heath DeRusso

The ODA football junior caused two turnovers in the Thunder's shutout win against Faith Christian.

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Janet Reardon was at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall Aug. 20 to show support for Scott Farrington and George Kruse.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • August 28, 2024
Angry Manatee taxpayers release their wrath by voting

The new commission must embrace smart growth and bring environmental issues to forefront.

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Bill Curphey was honored by The Florida Bar in June in Orlando for his 50 years as an attorney.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • August 28, 2024
Attorney isn't ready to rest his case

Mill Creek's Bill Curphey is still active after 50 years as an attorney.

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Lakewood Ranch's David Perkowski will co-host two events and participate in Men Wear Pink to support the American Cancer Society.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • August 28, 2024
Love, advocacy inspire Lakewood Ranch resident to join Men Wear Pink

David Perkowski will hit the runway to support American Cancer Society in honor of family members who have survived cancer,

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Todd Richardson, the principal of B.D. Gullett Elementary School, helps third graders Oliver Bates and Dylan Berg with a reading assignment.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • August 28, 2024
What will it take for Manatee schools to earn an A?

School District of Manatee County leaders say sustained progress key to becoming an A district.

  • East County
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Dream Oaks Camp offers outdoor activities like canoeing and horseback riding.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • August 28, 2024
Foundation for Dreams strikes a deal with Manatee County on 62-acre property

The nonprofit that serves children with disabilities signed a 10-year license agreement with Manatee County.

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Left: Darrel Drury has lived in the Lakewood Ranch area for nearly eight years. Right: David Sessions has overseen the construction of dozens of buildings in the region in the past 35 years.
  • February 15, 2026
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Negotiations continue between Manatee County and its two garbage haulers — Waste Management and Waste Pro.
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Lakewood Ranch's Eugene Khutoryanskiy and Yana Parker are celebrating this Valentine's Day as fiances alongside their dogs Mittens and Jesse at Barks & Brews on Feb. 10.
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Lee Wetherington says he can visit with potential buyers and his contractors because CEO Dave Hunihan handles the heavy lifting of his business.
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The purple piles will carry reclaimed water to Lakewood Ranch Southeast for irrigation.
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