Nov 1, 2012
Staff Report New Horizons Group Homes will hold its annual barbecue and silent auction on Saturday, November 10. This is the major fundraiser for New Horizons, a non-profit organization that operates two homes for developmentally challenged adults, all of whom work in the community or in sheltered workshops. The faith-based organization was started in 1992,(…)
By Kelly Legg Arts and Entertainment, Bloomingdale, Charity or Non-Profit Story, FishHawk No comments Tags: Age’s Art & Frame, and Victorian Grace Tea Room, Bill’s Prescription Center, First Baptist Church Brandon, First United Methodist Church, Greg’s Hallmark, Martin’s Jewelers, New Horizons, Rainbow Engraving, The Frame Shop & Gallery, The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce
Nov 1, 2012
By Kelly Legg, kelly@ospreyobserver.com Adam Kraemer exemplifies the word achievement. Kraemer is a senior at Newsome High School and has a busy schedule juggling his academics, sports and family. Kraemer currently holds a 5.4 weighted GPA and is involved in many academic clubs at school including Mu Alpha Theta, Latin Honor Society, National Honor Society,(…)
By Kelly Legg Bloomingdale, Education, FishHawk No comments Tags: Adam Kraemer, Newsome high school super senior, Super Senior Osprey Observer
Nov 1, 2012
By Libby Hopkins Currently one in eight families in Hillsborough County are food insecure, meaning that they have no access to nutritious food. Survival for them is a daily challenge. It has been reported that 58 percent of clients served by local food pantries report having to choose between paying for food and paying for(…)
By Libby Hopkins Bloomingdale, Charity or Non-Profit Story, Christian Voice Monthly, FishHawk No comments Tags: bell shoals baptist church, Brandon Gift of Hope, Debbie Weisemann, ECHO Hope Holiday Tent, food insecurity in Hillsborough County, Stacey Efaw
Nov 1, 2012
By Andria Barrios The musical talent across Brandon is growing rapidly, especially as three local boys advance and excel with their band The Great Frame. Nearly two years ago, an amateur musical collaboration made of three high school boys was born. Little did they know they would be selling hit demos, performing in front of(…)
By Kelly Legg Bloomingdale, Education, FishHawk No comments Tags: Andrew Cona and jordan Cole, Band in Brandon FLorida, Gorilla Music Battle of the Bands.Orpheum in Ybor, The Great Frame band
Nov 1, 2012
By Tamas Mondovics Randall Middle School officials are gearing up for a special celebration of memorial in order to honor the nation’s veterans this month. While the school traditionally hosts its annual Veterans Day ceremony, according to Randall spokesperson Kristy Verdi on Tuesday, November 9, the school will be hosting its first “All-American Heroes Rally”(…)
By Tamas Mondovics Bloomingdale, Education, FishHawk No comments Tags: Army of Occupation, Korean War Veteran, Kristy Verdi, randall middle school, Veteran's day ceremony at Randall middle School
Nov 1, 2012
By Tamas Mondovics Tthe battle between long-time rivals Newsome and Durant was by all accounts the game of the week and possibly of the 2012-2013 fall high school football season. This time, however, with a score of 38-18 it was the Cougars turn to claim the victory, which for some time belonged to the Wolves.(…)
By Tamas Mondovics Bloomingdale, FishHawk, Sports No comments Tags: 7A District football, Clint Carnell, Newsome football season, Will Worth
Nov 1, 2012
By Tamas Mondovics As a long-time member of the Pinecrest Little League (PPL) baseball and softball program, Tyrone Morgan has seen kids with talent, dedication and commitment all playing hard as part of their growth in the sport and as members of the local community. But while the community has grown and the league has(…)
By Kelly Legg Bloomingdale, FishHawk, Sports No comments Tags: Angel West, Baseball at Pinecrest, Pinecrest Little League, Tyrone Morgan
Nov 1, 2012
By Sean Rockway Florida Swimming has released the list of its Swimmer of the Year recipients for the 2011-2012 season. The list includes Olympic Gold medalist Ryan Lochte, fellow Olympic medalist Elizabeth Beisel and local young swimmers, Wes McGovern (14) and Christin Rockway (12). McGovern of Lithia and Rockway of Valrico both swim under Coach(…)
By Kelly Legg Bloomingdale, FishHawk, Sports No comments Tags: Chistin Rockway, Coach Dave Gesacion, Elizabeth Beisel, Florida Swimming Club, River Hills Country Club, Ryan Locchte, Swimmer of The year, Tampa Bay Aquatics of Brandon, Wes McGovern
Nov 1, 2012
By Kelly Legg Angela and John Spillis had a vision to help abused horses. Through hard-work, prayer and community support, the Rugged Cross Youth Ranch and Rescue (RCYRR) helps heal the hurting. RCYRR is a faith-based, nonprofit organization that rescues abused and neglected horses and helps them heal so they may trust again. In addition,(…)
By Kelly Legg Animals, Bloomingdale, Charity or Non-Profit Story, FishHawk No comments Tags: A Christmas to remember, Angela Spillis, Horse Ranch in Lithia, Horse Rescue, Horse riding in FishHawk, John Spillis, Rugged Cross Ranch
Oct 31, 2012
By Kathy L. Collins Congregation Beth Shalom of Brandon is proud to present the All Jazzed Up Art Festival on Saturday, December 1 at the Winthrop Barn Theatre located at 11349 W. Bloomingdale Ave. in Riverview. For sponsors and donors, a VIP reception will begin at 6 p.m. General admission begins at 7 p.m.Tickets are(…)
By Kathy Collins Arts and Entertainment, Bloomingdale, Brandon, Events, FishHawk No comments Tags: Alice Valazquez-Suarez, All Jazzed Up Art Festival, Beth Shalom of Brandon, Holiday Boutique Doreen Donovan, Jill Oppolo, Kathryn Kepes, Winthrop Barn Theatre, Zsa Lobel
