Apr 14, 2013
By Kathy L. Collins Long time Apollo Beach resident, Jeff Knott, is not only a successful business person with over 30 years of senior management leadership experience and author of the book Navigating The Healthcare Maze, but he is also an accomplished watercolor artist. Recently, Knott learned that two of his paintings, Native American Hunter(…)
Apr 14, 2013
By Kathy L. Collins If you live in the SouthShore and love BINGO, then check out the weekly BINGO games sponsored by Extend-A-Hand Association held every Tuesday evening at the Ruskin Memorial VFW Post 6287 located at 5120 U.S. Hwy 41 N in Ruskin. Doors open at 4 p.m., and the BINGO fun begins at(…)
Apr 14, 2013
By Libby Hopkins Have you ever driven by The Winthrop Barn Theater in Riverview and wondered what it is and what purpose does it serve to the community? Don’t worry, you are not alone. Many people in the community often wondered what goes on in the barn. Well, you won’t have to wonder for much(…)
Apr 14, 2013
By Michelle Colesanti The National American Miss pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders. Each year, the pageant awards thousands in scholarships and prizes to recognize and assist in the development of young women nationwide. National American Miss is not Toddlers and Tiara’s; it is a positive influence for our(…)
Apr 14, 2013
By Tamas Mondovics With displays, giveaways and fun activities and the hopes of sparking some interest at an early age in fire rescue, Hillsborough County Fire Rescue crews were out in force at the Winthrop Arts Festival last month, welcoming area children to the annual Junior Firefighter Challenge. HCFR set up its Junior Firefighter Challenge(…)
Apr 14, 2013
By Donna Fore As part of its mission to support the community and improve education for students, the Riverview Woman’s Club will host a Country Shindig fundraiser to raise money for college scholarships for high school seniors who are residents of Riverview. The Country Western-themed dinner, dance and games will take place on Friday, April(…)
Apr 14, 2013
By Sandy Meyer Riverview resident, Lisa Tomkins, recently published Why Are You Looking At Me? I Just Have Down Syndrome. The book is a very personal pursuit for Tomkins. Her-22-year old daughter, Lynnie, has Down Syndrome and the family has struggled for years with people’s reactions out in public. “For a while it seemed that(…)
Apr 4, 2013
April in Riverview has become synonymous with the St. Stephen Spring Jubilee. With music, dancing, rides and food galore, it’s no wonder this fair attracts thousands of people each year. The Spring Jubilee is now in its 12th year and it has become bigger and better each year. Admission is free and so is the(…)
Apr 2, 2013
Randall Middle School PTSA “UP CYCLED ART SHOW” is this Thursday, April 4th, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Bring the whole family for a little Art and Dinner! Formaggio’s Food Truck will be at the school selling fabulous Italian food. Randall students and teachers will be dazzling us with their talent in the Recycled Art Show,(…)
Apr 1, 2013
By Kathy L. Collins The 2013 High School Art Show, sponsored by GFWC Brandon Service League (BSL), was held on Thursday, March 7 at Center Place in Brandon. There were numerous entries from area high school students. The artwork consisted of oil, watercolor and acrylic as well as photography and sculpture. The first-place winner in(…)
