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Scooter's Coffee will be located at 6625 State Road 70, Bradenton.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 14, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee targets late 2023 opening in Bradenton

The growing specialty coffee chain will open a location on State Road 70 just east of Manatee Technical College.

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The Out-of-Door Academy boys track and field junior John Moschella.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 13, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: John Moschella

The ODA junior won the boys 400-meter hurdles (58.78 seconds) at the Charlotte Invitational on March 3.

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Dani Ziegler and Morgan Tinl with the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch are grateful for funds raised during Divas and Dogs as well as funds from grants to care for animals like Zayda, who needs emergency medical services.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • March 13, 2023
Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch to host fashion show

The Divas and Dogs event at Lakewood Ranch Country Club will raise money for the nonprofit's general expenses while a grant helps pay for medical expenses.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mustangs javelin thrower Levi Freed said he learned the sport by watching his brother, Caleb Freed.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 13, 2023
Mustangs javelin throwers on target in the hunt for gold

Lakewood Ranch High students say the primal thrill of throwing a spear drew them to the somewhat-obscure sport.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Meadows' Patricia Scalia learns from John Scoedler about his photograph "A Divided America," which he took after an American flag was caught on a passing outrigger boat, then torn apart by the wind, in New Jersey.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 11, 2023
University Park's Art in the Park highlights diversity of artistic talent

The two-day Sarasota art show featured a wide range of artwork.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Bonnie Versele steps down the aisle in a vibrant outfit.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 10, 2023
Women's Club of Cascades hosts fundraiser for Mothers Helping Mothers

Eight members of the Sarasota neighborhood walked the runway to show off top fashions.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Floodplain marsh restoration creates important habitat for native plant and wildlife species, including threatened and endangered birds such as roseate spoonbills, resulting in enhanced wildlife viewing opportunities.
    By
  • Miri Hardy
  • March 10, 2023
Healthy floodplain marshes benefit natural and human communities

By removing invasive plants and restoring natural hydrology, ongoing habitat restoration efforts at Myakka River State Park are protecting this important natural community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sixth graders Jaliyh Tartt, Sara Downs and Lily Bertrand love getting colors all over them.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • March 9, 2023
Nolan Middle School raises funds for its students with Color Run

Students at the Lakewood Ranch school don't mind getting a little messy for a good cause.

  • East County
  • Schools
The firetruck is currently located at Station 11 in Myakka City as it awaits the trip to its new home at Manatee Technical College.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 9, 2023
Donated firetruck becomes teaching tool at Manatee Technical College

East Manatee Fire Rescue donated a firetruck to be used by MTC students in the diesel and firefighter/EMT programs.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High track and field sophomore Savannah Adams.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 8, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Savannah Adams

The Lakewood Ranch sophomore won the 800 meter run (2:31.44) March 3 at the 2023 Charlotte Invitational.

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This aerial photo, taken in February, shows construction in The Tides community which features single-family, built-to-rent homes on Lake Spoonbill in Waterside.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 8, 2023
The Tides rolls into Lakewood Ranch's single-family home rental market

Despite sharp rise in rents, the single-family, built-for-rent home market remains hot in the Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Esplanade at Lakewood Ranch's George Scherff, Robyn Kaiserman and Martin Hartmann, who are a part of the Sorrento Gang, volunteer at the Florida Center for Early Childhood.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • March 8, 2023
Lakewood Ranch's 'Sorrento Gang' has fun while giving back to nonprofits

From golf tournaments to Super Bowl pools, the Esplanade neighbors provide work hours and funds to benefit the community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Skyler Johnson, a sophomore at Parrish Community High School, uses an endoscope to check the valves within the chamber to see if they're bent.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • March 8, 2023
Manatee students prepare to be career-ready with hands-on experience

Changes in career and technical education keep the school district adjusting to meet industry needs.

  • East County
  • Schools
Lisa Caufield and Rose Braonea serve customers at Panda Express.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • March 7, 2023
Culver's, Panda Express, Slim Chickens move into Lakewood Ranch

The fast-casual menu grows in Lakewood Ranch with three new fast-food franchises now open.

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This Country Club East home at 16508 Kendleshire Terrace sold for $2,295,000. It has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 2,973 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 7, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 20-24 in Lakewood Ranch

A Country Club East home on Kendleshire Terrace tops the week's sales at $2.3 million.

  • East County
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