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Miri Hardy
October 16, 2023

Pine lilies thrive thanks to fire

These imperiled flowers are important indicators of health for Florida habitats.

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Lesley Dwyer
October 16, 2023

Manasota BUDS to host 21st Buddy Walk

The Buddy Walk takes place on Oct. 28 at Bayside Community Church’s Lakewood Ranch campus.

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Lesley Dwyer
October 15, 2023

Hunsader Pumpkin Festival opens for its 32nd year

The pumpkin festival runs every weekend through the end of the month in east Bradenton.

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Liz Ramos
October 15, 2023

Braden River Library hosts rock painting class for adults

Participants spread joy to others through messages and images on painted rocks.

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Liz Ramos
October 15, 2023

University Park duo works to raise money for American Cancer Society

Ronni Loundy and Eileen Cantarella's team, Answer to Cancer SRQ, is working to raise $100,000 this year for cancer research.

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Jay Heater
October 11, 2023

UTC event at The Green features dogs in costume

Barks and Boos drew hundreds of dog-friendly patrons and vendors.

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Lesley Dwyer
October 11, 2023

Lakewood Ranch couple takes on 'The Rocky Horror Show'

The show opens at the Manatee Performing Arts Center on Oct. 19 and runs through Nov. 5.

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Jay Heater
October 11, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble set to open fifth season

The band makes its season debut Oct. 15 at Peace Presbyterian Church.

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Liz Ramos
October 10, 2023

What makes a perfect show pig for the Manatee County Fair?

East Bradenton students and FFA advisors talk about the qualities they seek in a show pig.

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Liz Ramos
October 10, 2023

Unconditional friendship raises money for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research

Monika Oberer and Grayson Tullio's 10-year friendship has meant not only supporting each other but also raising funds to find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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Liz Ramos
October 8, 2023

Safety Town teaches children about first responders in Lakewood Ranch

Children explored first responder vehicles as they learned about what local emergency services do for the community..

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Liz Ramos
October 7, 2023

Del Webb hosts Breast Cancer and Beyond Walk in east Bradenton

The Del Webb Breast Cancer and Beyond Walk supports those impacted by all types of cancer.

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Lesley Dwyer
October 6, 2023

Ranch Nite Wednesdays returns to Waterside Place

Ranch Nite offers shopping, dining, live entertainment and cornhole in Lakewood Ranch.

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Jay Heater
October 5, 2023

A little flag flies high in Bradenton with World War II reenactment

The event told the story of East County resident John Skeen's 70th Infantry Division liberating Forbach, France.

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Lesley Dwyer
October 5, 2023

Everybody knows your name at the Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Club

While the Elks is a social club, it's also a charitable organization.

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