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Lesley Dwyer
March 5, 2025

Lakewood Ranch resident plans a new path

Event planning makes Peggy Kronus' heart happy, and now she's doing it for herself with a new business, PK Events & Services.

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Jay Heater
March 5, 2025

Lakewood Ranch potter throws herself into her work

Nancy Opresnick puts her talent on display at the annual Spring Art Show and Sale.

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Lesley Dwyer
March 4, 2025

The Lake Club Women's Giving Circle celebrates women, philanthropy and community

The Lake Club Women's Giving Circle brought sponsors and recipients together to look back on 2024.

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Jim DeLa
March 3, 2025

Chad Day Memorial fishing tournament raises funds for Tidewell Hospice

The event has nearly raised $100,000 over its seven years to benefit terminally ill patients.

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Jay Heater
March 2, 2025

When it comes to Lakewood Ranch fundraisers, that's amore

Tropical Nights Under Paris Light sizzles at the Grove.

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Jim DeLa
February 28, 2025

Tara residents armed with life-saving knowledge

Residents got hands-on training in CPR and in using an automated external defibrillator.

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Lesley Dwyer
February 26, 2025

BMX track draws amateur and pro riders to Myakka City

Aker Brand Farms is a 15-acre BMX training facility and a dream come true for owners Jeremy Smith and Will Grant.

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Lesley Dwyer
February 26, 2025

East County nonprofit is a 'Blaze of Hope' for families in need

Blaze of Hope provides financial assistance to families when a child is hospitalized due to a life-threatening illness.

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Jay Heater
February 26, 2025

25 years of spinning tunes for the Elks

Chuck and Phyllis Stolteben celebrate the last quarter century while raising funds for the Elks' Harry Anna fund.

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Jim DeLa
February 26, 2025

Love of music leads former teacher to local ensemble group

Amy Bradley will perform during the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble's March Melodies.

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Lesley Dwyer
February 23, 2025

'Effortless Elegance' on display at Palm Aire Country Club

The Palm Aire Women's Club hosted its annual fashion show Feb. 21.

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Miri Hardy
February 23, 2025

Myakka marks backcountry with numbered posts

New trail markers will enhance wayfinding and help rangers locate park visitors in need.

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Jay Heater
February 22, 2025

Sisterhood for Good's All That Jazz proves a smashing success for charity

The Sarasota event, that featured the Suncoast Swing Band and Lady Z and Jonathan Cortez, raises funds for nonprofits.

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Jim DeLa
February 21, 2025

Opa! St. Barbara Greek Festival is a feast

The 41st annual event continues through Sunday at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.

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Eric Snider
February 21, 2025

Fire chief prepares to pass the torch of public safety

Lee Whitehurst's passion to become a firefighter was kindled as a teenager. Five decades later, with retirement looming, he remains devoted to the craft.

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Lakewood Ranch resident plans a new path

Lakewood Ranch potter throws herself into her work

The Lake Club Women's Giving Circle celebrates women, philanthropy and community

Chad Day Memorial fishing tournament raises funds for Tidewell Hospice

When it comes to Lakewood Ranch fundraisers, that's amore

Tara residents armed with life-saving knowledge

BMX track draws amateur and pro riders to Myakka City

East County nonprofit is a 'Blaze of Hope' for families in need

25 years of spinning tunes for the Elks

Love of music leads former teacher to local ensemble group

'Effortless Elegance' on display at Palm Aire Country Club

Myakka marks backcountry with numbered posts

Sisterhood for Good's All That Jazz proves a smashing success for charity

Opa! St. Barbara Greek Festival is a feast

Fire chief prepares to pass the torch of public safety

Willis Elementary students recall grandparents' love in essay contest

Lakewood Ranch High sophomore eyes school javelin record

Lakewood Ranch resident plans a new path

Manatee's environmental lands program continues tedious process

Lakewood Ranch potter throws herself into her work

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