- November 28, 2024
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+ Braden River students thank cafeteria staff
Students and staff at Braden River Elementary School recently thanked the staff that keeps them fed during Cafeteria Staff Appreciation Day.
The five-member staff enjoyed a custom-made apron from first grade, songs sung to them by second grade, a “paper plate” special apron made by pre-kindergarten students and much more.
+ Consulting firm ranks Ranch in top 10
California-based John Burns Consulting has ranked Lakewood Ranch as one of the top-selling master-planned communities in the United States, with 391 new home sales in 2011.
Coming in at No. 9, Lakewood Ranch outpaced many other well-established and iconic communities such as Stapleton in Denver, Summerlin in Las Vegas and more.
“With our new sports campus, new commercial construction this year totaling upwards of $150 million and new rental projects springing up, we’re proud that Lakewood Ranch has become the premier new-home destination on Florida’s West Coast,” said Rex Jensen, president and CEO of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc., developer of Lakewood Ranch. “That is definitely translating into more visitors, which in turn means more sales.”
For the full report of the top 50 rankings, visit www.realestateconsulting.com.
+ Neal Communities sponsors Palmetto center
Neal Communities recently contributed $2,000 to the Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Banquet, held Jan. 13 by the Palmetto Youth Center.
The banquet served as a kick-off for a weekend of events that included a parade, talent show and a religious service.
“We love helping grassroots organizations like the Palmetto Youth Center,” said President Pat Neal. “As a businessman, I appreciate the efficiency of the organization and its wise use of resources.”
Neal Communities has been a supporter of the Center for about 10 years.
All the funds raised go to support its programs —athletic teams, drug and alcohol awareness, Bridge to Next Step, and before- and after-school programs.
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