Nov 23, 2011
Cheryl Jensen, as coordinator of her church’s annual Festival of the Nativity, has seen a lot of unique and sometimes stunning versions of Jesus, Mary and Joseph in the three years since the festival’s inception. “We displayed one nativity from Germany that measured more than three feet long and was carved out of one piece(…)
Nov 23, 2011
St. Stephen’s Catholic School (SSCS) recently celebrated 10 years of BINGO fun. Julie Gonzalez, assistant principal at SSCS explained, “BINGO was organized for years by a core group of dedicated SSCS teachers and parents.” BINGO at St. Stephen’s has been supporting the school since 2001 when the school started. This ministry has raised money for(…)
Nov 23, 2011
It’s fitting to ring in the Christmas Season with a home-town gathering cookie exchange. This year marks Senator Ronda Storms (R-District 10) sixth annual gathering with her constituents to share, fellowship and of course, to eat Christmas cookies. Senator Storms’ office encourages people in the community to take this opportunity to meet and talk with(…)
Nov 23, 2011
By: Hannah Faircloth Time travel seems to be the one thing that no 21st century inventor will claim to understand completely, let alone provide proof of. When it comes down to it; however, Kings Avenue Baptist Church comes closest to fulfilling this daunting task. It is even willing to take you with them on a(…)
Oct 26, 2011
Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) has encouraged people of all ages to impact the world for Christ. FCA is the largest Christian campus ministry in the world. Barrington Middle School teacher, Tammy Bradley, felt called to start the FCA program at Barrington last school year. “We started with a small(…)
Oct 26, 2011
Judy Thompson is proud to have just celebrated her first year as principal of Harvest Time Christian School in Brandon. Thompson loves being part of making a difference in the lives of students and being part of a Christian-based educational community. “Harvest Time Christian School is unique in many ways. Parents can feel(…)
Oct 26, 2011
Do you have a dress that seems to have gotten smaller? Do you have to lie down on the bed to get your favorite pair of jeans zipped? If so, Shiloh Restoration Tabernacle in Brandon is offering Zumba classes two nights a week to help you get back into shape. The classes are held(…)
Oct 26, 2011
By: Karen Perez Lighthouse Center for Creative Learning is a small private Interdenominational Christian school of about 70 students serving the Brandon community. The school was founded more than 10 years ago, on the belief that all children, no matter what their learning style or disability, should have the opportunity to attend a school that(…)
Oct 26, 2011
HiTech Automotive has been serving the Brandon area with quality auto services for the past seven years. HiTech automotive is owned and operated by husband and wife, Joe and Melissa Canfield. The couple works as a team and are happy at what the business has become. “We feel blessed to be in business in such(…)
Oct 26, 2011
Apostles Lutheran Church is hosting its 7th annual Boars Head and Yule Log Festival. Upon entrance into the sanctuary, guests are greeted by the familiar sounds of Christmas carols played by a brass ensemble. Elegant ladies and gracious gentlemen welcome attendees. In the tradition of the Middle Ages in England, this production allows guests to(…)
