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John Frank, digital photography teacher at Braden River High School, creates videos to show examples and expectations for assignments. Communication is key for him and his students. Courtesy photo.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • April 29, 2020
Manatee County teachers hone online skills

Online learning educational for Manatee County teachers too

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Samantha North, a third grade teacher at B.D. Gullett Elementary School, writes "Happy birthday Nathaniel" as part of a birthday message for Nathaniel Molinar.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • April 29, 2020
Chalk up a surprise in Bradenton area

Gullett Elementary teacher surprises students with birthday message

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Manatee County commissioners decided county owned beaches will open up next week.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 28, 2020
Manatee County to reopen beaches

Manatee County-owned beaches will open May 4 with some restrictions.

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A COVID-19 drive-thru testing site will be open April 28 to May 1 in Manatee County. Courtesy photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 28, 2020
Manatee County Health Department to host drive-thru COVID-19 test site

Officials say Manatee County residents no longer need a prescription, but appointments are required.

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The commission meeting will be held in the county's administrative building. File photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 27, 2020
Manatee commissioners talk about coronavirus emergency

Manatee County board also to discuss meeting schedule.

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This home at 7917 Waterton Lane in Lake Club sold for $2,199,000. It has four bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,823 square feet of living area. Photo courtesy of listing agents Jim and Donna Soda.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • April 26, 2020
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS APRIL 13-17

Lake Club home tops sales at $2.199 .

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  • April 24, 2020
East County weather page photo: April 23

Sharon Piotrowski captured this mirror image of a Great Blue Heron in Del Webb in Lakewood Ranch.

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Manatee County will have a second drive-through collection site at the Bradenton Area Convention Center.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 23, 2020
Manatee County makes 800 COVID-19 test kits available

Manatee County makes 800 COVID-19 test kits available.

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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • April 23, 2020
Deputies, police officers take motorcyclist into custody

Man detained on Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport property.

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Chris Robinson turned his son's nursery into his studio for his YouTube channel lessons. Courtesy photo.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • April 23, 2020
Modern take on history for Lakewood Ranch students

YouTube channel helps Nolan Middle School teacher bring lessons to life for his class.

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Betsy Benac
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  • Jay Heater
  • April 23, 2020
Manatee County Commissioner announces she won't seek reelection

Betsy Benac, the current Manatee County Commission board chair, decides eight years is enough.

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Meditation expert Trish Hart leads the online Keep Calm and Carry On social offering by SMR in conjunction with the Brain Health Initiative.
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  • Jay Heater
  • April 23, 2020
Schroeder-Manatee Ranch offers a 'time to breathe' in Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch lifestyle remains alive with opportunities despite COVID-19 crisis.

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A Life Story Foundation's Shaina and Kevin Swan delivered lunch from the Granary to firefighter Jesse Reasoner, firefighter Joe Koehler, firefighter Jordan Rogers and Lt. Adam McDaniel.
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  • Jay Heater
  • April 23, 2020
A Life Story lunch in Lakewood Ranch

East Manatee Fire Rescue workers benefit from a free lunch from A Life Story Foundation.

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Paramedics prepare to respond to a COVID-19 suspected call wearing additional protective gear. Courtesy photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 23, 2020
Manatee County fire and EMS forces face COVID-19 with unified plan

Manatee County fire and EMS forces face COVID-19 with unified plan

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Jaxon, ridden by Manatee County Sheriff's Office Deputy Zach Bradley, is one of the newest horses on the Mounted Patrol Unit. Behind them is Deputy Kevin Vreeland on Gunny.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 23, 2020
Saddled up for public safety in Lakewood Ranch

When the crowds return, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office wants to have its Mounted Patrol horses ready.

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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
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Speed limits reduced on nine roads in Manatee County
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
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