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  • Liz Ramos
  • December 5, 2019
Braden River Middle School hosts its Snowcoming Dance in Bradenton

Snow much fun at Braden River Middle School dance

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  • December 5, 2019
East County weather page photo: December 5

Pamela Williams captured this anhinga soaking up the morning sun in Country Club East, Lakewood Ranch.

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  • Brynn Mechem
  • December 5, 2019
Sarasota Schools consider land purchases east of I-75

Due to growth, the school district is considering land purchases in Lakewood Ranch and near Clark Road.

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The future space is 5,000 square feet along Cattlemen Road. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 5, 2019
Sarasota's Selva Grill to open at UTC

Sarasota's Selva Grill to open at UTC

  • East County
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Hayley Harvey is the new shelter manager for the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 4, 2019
Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch opens new shelter in Myakka City

Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch opens new shelter in Myakka City

  • East County
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Joe Miller founded the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble and he conducts the group during its first concert at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 4, 2019
Music among the angels in Lakewood Ranch

New wind ensemble makes its debut at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Lakewood Ranch.

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Tatum Simpson, 9, works with Jaymie Klauber at Epic Equine Experiences.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 4, 2019
Lakewood Ranch resident finds that teaching polo in Sarasota becomes food for the soul

Lakewood Ranch's Jaymie Klauber finds that teaching polo in Sarasota becomes food for the soul

  • East County
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Shelby Connett, the director of sports for Visit Sarasota County, said economic impact statistics are very conservative.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 4, 2019
Economic impact for Nathan Benderson Park requires complex formula

Putting together economic impact numbers for Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota a complex project.

  • East County
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Gordon Gregory, a Legacy outside service manager, has seen the ups and downs of the course since 1996.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 4, 2019
Pride is back at Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch

Renovation projects bring pride back to Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch.

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Santa leads a group of children through the Myakka Country Christmas parade. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • December 4, 2019
Tradition marches forward in Myakka City

Old fashioned fun at annual Myakka Country Christmas Parade

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 4, 2019
Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 5 refinances bond

Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 5 refinances bond with MBS Capital Markets.

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Lakewood Ranch's Gloria Kaminsky shows off her oil on canvas painting of Crater Lake. She said she has been painting 10 years and is self taught.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 4, 2019
Lakewood Ranch lobby turns into museum

ComCenter allows local artists to display their work on its walls.

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Girl Scouts Mylee Gilbert, 9, and McKinlee Gilbert, 8, show off their gingerbread houses at the annual Gingerbread Festival at the Mall at UTC in 2018. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • December 4, 2019
Home sweet home in East County

East County Girl Scouts share tips on how to make the perfect gingerbread house

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Braden River senior D'Angelo Antonino said his finishing ability is one of this best attributes.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 4, 2019
Braden River basketball player has strength to move forward

The Pirates senior says his added muscle will aid him on the basketball court

  • East County
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The Lake Club residents Marybeth and Jay Traverso have temporarily converted their kitchen island into "Santa's workshop" as they gather gifts for a family in need. They have had fun shopping for toys and other needs.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 4, 2019
Charity another of Santa's secrets in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch residents help local family in need with Christmas gifts.

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