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  • Liz Ramos
  • September 27, 2019
Students walk miles for education in Lakewood Ranch

Willis Elementary in Lakewood Ranch hosts its annual walk-a-thon.

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The eatery is expected to open in early 2020 in the 2,000-square-foot space adjacent to Acropolis Greek Taverna along Cattlemen Road. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 26, 2019
Georgie's Garden Cafe to open at University Town Center in Sarasota

Georgie's Garden Cafe to open at University Town Center in Sarasota

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While the concession is closed, the city will be evaluating prospective vendors to run the food and drink operations at the beach.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 26, 2019
Lido Beach concession to close for upgrades

Construction on the pavilion renovations will begin Sept. 30 and are expected keep the concession closed through December.

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A three-dimensional model of the proposed Selby Gardens renovations sat in the commission chambers at City Hall during a public hearing Wednesday.
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  • David Conway
  • September 26, 2019
No decision on Selby Gardens proposal

A Planning Board hearing drew an outpouring of input from opponents and supporters of the proposed campus renovations — but a final recommendation won’t be coming until next month.

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Manatee Technical College custodian Claudia Estrada Carmona works on cleaning a women's bathroom during her night shift. During the day, she freelances as a web developer.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 26, 2019
MTC graduate pursues her passion

Manatee Technical College graduate was a full-time student to pursue her passion while working as a custodian

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Sarasota resident Denisse Florian, right, and her 4-month-old daughter Camila Zorrilla smile as they play with a scarf during newborn family music class at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 26, 2019
Minding their music at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

New music classes at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center provide benefits for families through songs

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Robert Willis Elementary School fifth-grader and Safety Patrol member Jordyn Milburn goes to open a car door to assist a student as they exit the car to go to school.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 26, 2019
A simple 'Hello' may save the day in Lakewood Ranch schools

Sandy Hook Promise, other initiatives help students feel more included at Lakewood Ranch schools

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    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • September 26, 2019
Longboat Key Planning & Zoning to zero in on issues related to climate change

Board Member David Green is spearheading the effort.

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The County Commission will continue its dialog about a mental healthcare district at a future meeting.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 26, 2019
County considers mental health funding strategy

Commissioners are researching the procedures for establishing a taxing district to support mental healthcare.

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County commissioners said they'd had conversations with Mote about the importance of a request for $20 million in public funding to build a new aquarium near University Parkway and Interstate 75.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 26, 2019
Officials seek answers on Mote aquarium funding

Sarasota County is still mulling a 2018 request for $20 million toward the proposed Nathan Benderson Park project.

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  • Liz Ramos
  • September 25, 2019
Bashaw Elementary celebrates Hispanic Heritage Night in Bradenton

Bashaw Elementary families embrace Hispanic Heritage Night in Bradenton.

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The roundabout construction area, highlighted in this image the project team provided, will extend along portions of Fruitville Road and U.S. 41.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 25, 2019
Fruitville roundabout project set to begin

Next month, crews will commence construction on another U.S. 41 roundabout.

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Lakewood Ranch resident Frank Shea loves helping others learn about their Celtic heritage.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 25, 2019
Celtic fun kicks off with Kiltober in Lakewood Ranch

Celtic culture full of passion in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch Rabbi Mendy Bukiet demonstrates how he will use a blow torch to kosher parts of The Grove's catering kitchen.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 25, 2019
Koshering key to High Holiday success in Lakewood Ranch

Koshering key to High Holiday success in Lakewood Ranch.

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IT Director Jason Keen (Left) and IT Specialist Barry Gaines (Right) in the control room. All photos by Sten Spinella.
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  • Sten Spinella
  • September 25, 2019
Longboat Key improves production quality on Town Commission videos

The Town's IT team controls camera use from a back room.

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