Sep 16, 2012
By Amanda Molinaro Accidents; we’ve all heard the cliches: they’re waiting to happen, they will happen–it’s just general knowledge. Luckily, the citizens of the greater Tampa Bay area won’t be at a loss when it comes to damages to our properties as long as we have the right insurance; that’s what PCS Insurance Group is(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Michelle Colesanti Not many places offer you the option of getting your hair done and shopping for trendy, yet affordable boutique items at the same location. Celebrating its one-year anniversary this month, Lena Maxey Boutique offers just that, along with featuring one-of-a-kind antique, repurposed and shabby chic furniture. Owner Staci Bentley will also work(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Laurie March As Apollo Beach prepares for the upcoming grand opening of its new Waterset community by Newland Communities this fall, it also welcomes the under-construction SouthShore Montessori School at Waterset. Families in Riverview, Apollo Beach, Ruskin and neighboring communities are already signing up to enroll their children in the newest school which is(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Michelle Caceres Anyone who has ever remodeled a home knows that it can be a major headache with worry that the contractor will complete the job quickly and in a satisfactory manner, but for Brandon resident Kathy Robinson, who built an 800-sq.-ft. addition onto her home, it was not a scary experience at all.(…)
Sep 16, 2012
Staff Report Renee Swope will be speaking on Saturday, September 29, as part of The Greater Brandon Girlfriend’s Gathering “A Confident Heart.” Swope, a gifted speaker, author and nationally syndicated radio co-host, is known for her ability to connect with women of all ages and stages of life, she has a unique way of inspiring(…)
Sep 16, 2012
Connie Lesko knows just how difficult it can be to watch as loved ones deal with the effects of Alzheimer’s, having watched it happen to both of her parents. It was both of her parents and her job at Freedom Plaza, a retirement community in Ruskin, that inspired her to help re-launch the annual Walk(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Libby Hopkins Brenda Walsh found an inner strength she didn’t know she after her daughter, Shannon Walsh Revette passed away from cancer in July of 2005. “My daughter was great and she loved life,” Walsh said. “Her goal in life was to help others.” Before Revette passed, she asked her mother to promise that(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Kathy L. Collins The 12th Annual Momentum Festival with Brandon Idol will be held on Saturday, September 29. This exciting and fun filled event, known as “Music, Arts, Entertainment- Served Fried on a Stick,” will take place at 800 Centennial Lodge Dr. (The Brandon Elks Lodge) in Brandon. Brandon Idol Teen will take place(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Alicia Squillante 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(…)
Sep 16, 2012
By Michelle Caceres “It’s like performance art,” said Sun City resident John Maddaloni, referring to his recent trip to Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar. He watched hibachi chef Jean Alvarez flip knives, create fire and make an egg dance tableside to his group of neighborhood association members. “I normally don’t like people playing with(…)
