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Brandon Honda is giving away a free 2013 Accord with a “download and win” contest

Tampa, FL – October 6, 2012 – Brandon Honda has launched a new app for iPhones and Android smartphones. To celebrate the new app, Brandon Honda will give away a free 2013 Honda Accord on December 31, 2012 at the dealership. To enter the contest, applicants need to download one of the smartphone apps and(…)

Busy Weekend in the Community

Dog Fest Hosted by Aliquity Saturday, October 6; 1-4 p.m. Future Home of FishHawk Dog Park (next to Barrington Middle School) Vendors, Prize Drawings, Training Demonstration, Pet Blessing, Rescue Row, Flea Market. CONTESTS: Cutest Puppy, Best Costume, Owner-Dog Look Alike ($5 entry fee per contest) For more info, visit www.aliquity.com, call 230-4719 or email Dotty@Aliquity.com.(…)

Breakdown of Amendments To Florida Constitution

Breakdown of Amendments To Florida Constitution

With November’s general election rapidly approaching, it’s time to puzzle over amendment proposals in the hopes of divining their meaning before Tuesday, November 6 comes around. Please note that it would be impossible to describe each amendment in its entirety, as the proposals themselves encompass an estimated 165 pages of documentation. Also, there is no(…)

West Florida’s Newest Bahama Breeze Island Grille Opens in Brandon

West Florida’s Newest Bahama Breeze Island Grille Opens in Brandon

The New Island-Inspired Casual Dining Restaurant Marks the Second Location in West Florida BRANDON, Fla.  – October 1, 2012 – Bahama Breeze Island Grille — the casual dining restaurant that gives guests the feeling of a Caribbean escape — celebrates the grand opening of its Brandon location in west Florida this week. This new restaurant,(…)

New Shake Shop Located In Brandon Towncenter

By Samantha R. Evensen “We wanted to create an experience like nothing we’d seen in the U.S.,” said ShakeOut President James Stadleman, and they have done just that. ShakeOut, located in the Westfield Brandon mall, is said to be Tampa Bay’s only spot to get custom milkshakes. A perfect place to take friends and family(…)

World War II veterans need guardians to accompany them on a day trip to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C.

World War II veterans need guardians to accompany them on a day trip to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C.

“WWII Veterans need Guardians” World War II veterans need guardians to accompany them on a day trip to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C. Honor Flight of West Central Florida is flying our EIGHTH Mission on 10/30/12. We will be taking 75 WWII veterans on a chartered aircraft to Washington, D.C. The WWII veterans fly(…)

Confidence Is Built & Problem Solving Encouraged With Chess For Success Program

  By Andria Barrios What is the trick to helping children gain confidence, improve in problem-solving skills and ultimately become better citizens of society? Statistics show it lies in teaching the game of chess, and Chess for Success Incorporated of Brandon does just that. “The business was created because of my passion for teaching and(…)

2012 Small Business Of The Year Award Semi-Finalists Named

The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce congratulates the area businesses that have been named 2012 Small Business of the Year Award semi-finalists. Annually, this Awards Gala recognizes and honors small businesses within the Greater Brandon area that have demonstrated leadership, positive growth and development, creativity, and integrity in operating a business, as well as a(…)

Local Youth Football League Hit Twice by Vandals, Thieves

By Tamas Mondovics Twice within a month, coaches players and volunteers of the Brandon Lions Youth Football program had to contend with the reality that their park was the target of thieves and vandals causing property damage and the loss of equipment, costing the program more than $3,500. According to Hillsborough County detectives investigating each(…)

Super Senior – Nick Graham – East Bay High School

By Kelly Legg, kelly@ospreyobserver.com Nick Graham is striving for excellence, which is no surprise to those that know him. A senior this year at East Bay High School in Gibsonton, Graham is busy juggling his academic schedule with his extra-curricular activities, family life, spiritual life and work. Graham currently works at Publix, holds a weighted(…)