LWR Life

By Abby Weingarten
November 18, 2022

Nancy Krohngold dishes out secret behind her mouth-watering BBQ

The signature barbecue at Nancy’s continues to win the hearts of regulars and the raves of reviewers. Her famed barbecue recipe was first born on her backyard Weber grill.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Heidi Kurpiela
November 17, 2022

Bello Nock hasn’t gotten to the top by accident

Still at the top of his game, hometown daredevil Bello Nock is leveraging his high hair and high jinx for a higher purpose.

East County
Neighbors

By Spencer Fordin
November 17, 2022

Pet rat inspires tween's first published book of comics

Twelve-year-old Lily Wojtkowski’s whimsical book, "Pretzel Rat," was inspired by her pet rat, Pretzel.

East County
Neighbors

By Eric Snider
November 17, 2022

Nonprofit engages kids by believing learning is anything but boring

Neirda Thompson-Pemberton started FUNducation to make S.T.E.A.M. education more accessible to school-age children.

East County
Business

By Abby Weingarten
November 16, 2022

New app connects Ranchers to their favorite sports and each other

Chris and Jessi McComas of MVP Sports and Social are launching a new app connecting Lakewood Ranchers to all things sports and social.

East County
Sports

By Mark Gordon
November 15, 2022

Lakewood Ranch Community Fund hires its first director

Adrienne Bookhamer, the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund’s first executive director, is excited about shining a light on the dozens of organizations helping regional residents.

East County
Neighbors

By Spencer Fordin
August 31, 2022

Craft beer is picking up in Lakewood Ranch

Craft beer aficionados don't have to travel far to quench their thirst. Lakewood Ranch has become a go-to destination for craft beer enthusiasts and entrepreneurs.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Mark Gordon
August 28, 2022

Lakewood Ranch pioneer shares insights on building a community

After 20 years at the helm, Schroeder-Manatee Ranch CEO Rex Jensen sounds off on what makes a community.

East County
Neighbors

By Eric Snider
August 27, 2022

Scribes club prides itself on giving writers good feedback — the kind way

A Lakewood Ranch writers’ club meets twice monthly to critique each other’s work and build lifetime bonds.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff
August 21, 2022

The best things to do in and around Lakewood Ranch this fall

September, October and November are busy months in Lakewood Ranch. Check out a calendar of the can't-miss events.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Guest Author
August 18, 2022

Add some flair to your footwear with these fabulous styles

Upgrade your kicks with these fashionable shoe options for men and women from Lakewood Ranch businesses.

East County
Neighbors

By Spencer Fordin
August 18, 2022

Joe Miller didn’t just create the band. He leads it, too.

Joe Miller, the founder of the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble, inherited his father’s love for music — and for passing it on.

Arts + Entertainment
Music

By Eric Snider
August 16, 2022

Lakewood Ranch Rotarians ensure every kid gets the chance to love reading

A retired educator who moved to Lakewood Ranch in 2010, Ted Lindenberg is a fervent advocator for childhood literacy — one book and one child at a time.

East County
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon
August 14, 2022

New charter school opens for Lakewood Ranch students

Enthusiasm soars for Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy, a charter school built on the WISH model, which stands for wellness, innovation, science and health.

East County
Schools

By Mark Gordon
August 14, 2022

Communities focus on building homes for multigenerational living

Lakewood Ranch is at the heart of a nationwide trend of multiple generations living in one home.

East County
News

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