Riverview

Dancing, Food, Vendors At International Fair

By Kayla Hayes On Sunday, October 14, Resurrection Catholic Church in Riverview is hosting an International Fraternity Fair to celebrate the community’s unity through diversity. Resurrection Catholic Church, founded in 1984, is pastored by Father Eugene Gancarz, who started his first international fair in Argentina 30 years ago. The fair will feature cultural activities from(…)

Fun & Spooky Things To Do In October

By Kathy L Collins Fall Festival At R&R Ranch 10/27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 9805 Bryant Rd., Lithia Come out and enjoy pony rides, hay rides, cart rides, games, bouncy house, face painting and much more at the beautiful R& R Ranch. Kids can enjoy the fun for $10; adults just $2. For more(…)

Local Radio Flying Club Brings Plane Festival To Triple Creek

By Tamas Mondovics RC pilots and anyone interested in learning about or flying a radio-controlled plane have a chance to enjoy not one, but two days of one of the year’s biggest electric events in RC Aviation, to be hosted this month at Triple Creek RC Club (TCRC). Officials recently announced that preparations for the(…)

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,(…)

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(…)

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(…)

Red Light Camera Violations On The Rise In Southeastern Hillsborough

Ever since the implementation of red light cameras throughout the county, which were favored by many voters, including those who have received tickets for running them, local officials have held to the belief of their effectiveness and benefits. But, the recent increase of red light violations makes some wonder about the cameras future or long-term(…)

Organic Produce Straight To Your Door With A Simpler Place In Time

Organic and sustainably grown foods are now just a click away thanks to A Simpler Place In Time, an online shop dedicated to providing our community with fresh fruits and vegetables without leaving the comfort of our homes. Owner Renee Watley of Riverview began A Simpler Place In Time earlier this year and with the(…)

Sammy Sullivan Charities Hosts O’Brien’s Party To Benefit Kid’s Place Home

Sammy Sullivan brought joy to his family, and when he passed away at 22 months due to an unexpected illness, his parents, Joe and Brenda Sullivan, were determined to honor Sammy’s short life and honor his memory by giving comfort to others in their time of need through the Sammy Sullivan Charities. In Sammy’s memory,(…)