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Heidi Kurpiela
November 18, 2021

Free Bird

East County birder Margi Haas found her search for meaning in the sky — and when the pandemic hit two years ago, so did everyone else.

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Nat Kaemmerer
November 18, 2021

What’s Cooking on Main?

Two new restaurants are opening on Lakewood Ranch Main Street and one, Main Street Trattoria, is refreshing its menu with an Argentinian twist.

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Louis Llovio
November 18, 2021

Build-to-Rent Model Offers New Lifestyle Options

This hot new trend puts the American dream in the reach of renters.

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Abby Weingarten
November 18, 2021

Dazzling Displays

The 10th anniversary of Holiday Festival of Lights illuminates UTC and beyond with lighted Christmas trees, fireworks, Santa parades and events for the whole family to enjoy.

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Harry Sayer
November 18, 2021

Style: Handmade Treasures

Lakewood Ranch artists and artisans bring a human touch to the handcrafted, one-of-a-kind treasures they create.

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Nat Kaemmerer
November 18, 2021

Class Act: Game Changers

Armed with spreadsheets, data and plenty of empathy, Nancy Sykes and her fiercely dedicated team at Esplanade Gives Back offer critical help to the surrounding community.

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Eric Snider
November 18, 2021

Charity Snapshot: Homes With Heart

The Haven has long provided residential services, full-time care, jobs and more for people with severe disabilities. By the time 2022 dawns, the organization plans to break ground on two new group homes.

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Jay Heater
November 17, 2021

Former SMR CEO takes pride in being part of the vision of Lakewood Ranch

John Clarke, the former president and CEO of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Inc., looks back at the early days of Lakewood Ranch — and the family that made it all possible.

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Su Byron
November 17, 2021

The best Lakewood Ranch spots to pop the bubbly

Champagne and sparkling wines are not just for special occasions. What makes classy bubbly a sip for all seasons? Three Lakewood Ranch experts weigh in.

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Harry Sayer
September 22, 2021

Style: Back to Events, With Style

Not sure what to wear this coming event season? Local boutiques and jewelers have some ideas.

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Robert Plunket
August 19, 2021

Haven: Brains and Beauty

A just-completed Lake Club home is as elegant as it is smart.

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Su Byron
August 19, 2021

Art and About: The Arts Scene is Back!

It’s fall, but it feels like spring. The once-dormant area art scene is finally making a comeback. Here’s a glimpse of what’s happening.

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Jay Heater
August 19, 2021

In the Shadows

Although their teams drew crowds in the tens of thousands, traveling the country to play America’s pastime, many of their experiences were never recorded. Lakewood Ranch resident Leon Harris Jr. remembers his time in the Negro Leagues as one of many ano

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Jess McIntyre
August 19, 2021

Back at the Ranch: Combating COVID Fatigue

After this prolonged period of stress, one thing remains paramount: taking care of yourself.

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By Emily Leinfuss
August 19, 2021

Sweat It Out

Exercise: We know it’s good for us. We know we need to do more of it. But choosing activities that are fun and engaging boosts your chances of success. Here are four ways to spice up your gym routine.

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