Various community events have been highlighted, including the Mona Jain Middle School's second annual Art Show and Waterside Place's special event honoring moms.

Manatee County has purchased an administration building in Lakewood Ranch for $23.5 million, despite some resident concerns about transparency in the deal.

The upper campus of NewGate School has moved to Palmer Ranch, and Dr. Sandra Wirth, EdD, has been appointed as the head of school.

A home on Taylor Drive was the top residential real estate sale for the week of May 5-9, selling for $3.564 million.

The Lakewood Ranch High School music department has received the "Support Music Merit Award" from the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation.

SimplyDwell Homes, a Lakewood Ranch homebuilder, has completed a seven-house project in Sarasota aimed at providing affordable housing for entry-level buyers. However, the company is hesitant to pursue similar projects due to challenging city regulations.

A local wealth management firm in Lakewood Ranch has been acquired by a national agency, marking a significant development in the financial sector of the community.

A free Community Shred Day and Food Drive event is being held at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall from 9 am to noon (or until the shred truck is filled). Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support The Food Bank of Manatee.

Judy Young, the chief nursing officer at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, is leading with an empathy-first approach, highlighting her nearly 40 years of experience in nursing.

Lakewood Ranch High School Music Program Recognized: The music program at Lakewood Ranch High School has been declared one of America's best, as reported by the School District of Manatee County.