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As a lifelong lover of dressing up and helping others, Samantha Hyatt realized creating a dress donation program at Lakewood Ranch High School was the perfect project. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 1, 2015
Lakewood Ranch student helps classmates primp for prom

As prom approaches at Lakewood Ranch High, one students seeks to make it accessible for others.

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Barb Rannigan, literacy coach, Mary Kay Henson, program donor, Barbara Shirley, Alta Vista principal, and Dehea Smith, assistant principal, attended the meeting.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • March 17, 2015
Alta Vista Elementary reports positive growth in summer education program

Administration presented an update to the Sarasota County School Board today.

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Anabel Procel takes a turn on the barrel horse game with assistantance from Kristina Ihaszy at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market. Megan Swick plays a fishing game with her son Bernard.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • March 11, 2015
Children's Day offers fun, games

Children were able to join in on the fun at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market on Wednesday, March 11.

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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • March 10, 2015
Phillippi Shores students compete in Measurement Olympics

The students of Phillippi Shores Elementary International Baccalaureate School spent Friday morning throwing paper planes, pouring water and tossing cotton balls for the 3rd annual Measurement Olympics March 6.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dorothy Rodriguez and Jamie Newby test their fine motor skills at an occupational therapy booth.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 19, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: LRHS College and Career Fair

Students at Lakewood Ranch High School today explored their college and occupational options during the school's annual College and Career Fair.

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Lou Gagliardi answer's Sam Deangelo's questions about the engine in his 2014 Ford.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 14, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: MTC Car and Bike Show

The parking lot of Manatee Technical College turned into a showcase for vintage acars, hot rods and motorcycles Feb. 25, during the school's annual Car and Bike Show.

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Last year, the Manatee County School District's total revenue increased $15.50 million from 2013.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 9, 2015
Manatee County School Board to review 2014 financial statements

At its meeting at 5:45 p.m. Feb. 10, the Manatee County School District will discuss its financial standings, through Dec. 31, 2014.

  • East County
  • Schools
Melanie Murphy and Julia Patten love spending time with each other and their dads.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Witt Father/Daughter Dance

Girls at Gene Witt Elementary School danced the night away with their friends and fathers Feb. 9, during the school's 'Under the Sea' themed father/daughter dance.

  • East County
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Brad Gemme twirls his daughters, Madilyn, let, and Chelsea, right.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: BRE Fairy Tale Ball

Girls at Braden River Elementary School enjoyed a magical evening with their fathers Feb. 6, during the school's annual Fairy Tale Ball.

  • East County
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Ryan Guendjoian and Brennan Maguire, as the March Hare and the Mad Hatter,  celebrate a non-birthday together.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 5, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: 'Alice in Wonderland Jr.'

Students at Nolan Middle School bring to life the tale of Alice in Wonderland with performances of "Alice in Wonderland Jr." tonight and Saturday. Tickets cost $5.

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Abbey Widmer enjoys muffins with her son, Tyson, 7.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 4, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Muffins with Mom

The Willis Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization carved out some special mother-child time Feb. 5, during its Muffins with Mom event before school.

  • East County
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Pajama factory workers hold a rally.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 4, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: "The Pajama Game"

The Lakewood Ranch High School theater department opened "The Pajama Game" tonight. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. through Feb. 7, and at 2 p.m. Feb. 8, at Lakewood Ranch High.

  • East County
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Former Superintendent Gene Witt, 85, died Feb. 5.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 4, 2015
Gene Witt namesake dies

Former Superintendent Gene Witt died Feb. 5. He was 85 years old.

  • East County
  • Schools
Naara Silva, Savannah Roberts and T.J. Besterman are in first grade.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 29, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Football Frenzy

Children at the Tabernacle Christian School dressed in their favorite team's garb and headed to a grassy field Jan. 30 for the school's annual Football Frenzy and Bible Trivia event.

  • East County
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Of the 17 county students advancing to the 60th annual State Science and Engineering Fair in March, nine are form East County.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 28, 2015
After big wins regionally, East County students head to state science competition

Nine East County students won first-place at the Lockheed Martin Manatee Regional Science and Engineering Fair recently. The troupe will advance to the 60th annual State Science and Engineering Fair, held March 31 through April 2, in Lakeland.

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