Boulevard Salon Celebrates Seven Years
By Michelle Caceres
For Boulevard Salon Owner Kathy Hegenauer, who will be celebrating the salon’s seventh anniversary this month, the journey to her life’s calling...
Osprey Observer Journalist Uncovers Grandfather’s Magical Photos
By Kelly Wise Valdes
My grandfather, Chet Wise, was a master craftsman/woodworker that handcrafted many of the architectural details during the construction of the Magic...
One In Five Motorists Do Not Wear A Seat Belt
Staff Report
In 2014, 21,022 motor vehicle passengers lost their lives. Tragically some of these deaths could have been prevented if the passenger had...
Brandon Auto Services Expands, Moves To Plant City
By Andria Barrios
Barely Used Auto Parts of Brandon, also known as Brandon Auto Services, is owned by locals Ken Anderson and Steve Holland and...
The Brenda Wade Team Visits Washington D.C.
By Michelle Caceres
The Brenda Wade Team doesn’t just work together; they play together. Brenda treats her hard-working team to getaways for well-deserved relaxation and...
Carr Pediatric Dentistry Offers Same Quality Dental Care With New Name
By Amy Schechter
Patients and parents of Carr Pediatric Dentistry never dread the dentist. Since 2010, the practice continues to “drive” children to better dental...
Locally-Owned Great Clips A Cut Above The Competition
By Michelle Caceres
Fifteen years ago, Lea Orchard was a mother of four with a background as a CPA with a national firm. It was...
Bloomingdale/FishHawk Eye On Business: June 2016
By Michelle Colesanti
Firewood BBQ Expands To Plant City
Firewood BBQ, located in Lithia, across from the Fire Station, has expanded to a mobile site at 3002...
Hey Bird Guy: June 2016
By Rich Crete
Hey Bird Guy! I found a baby bird. What should I do?
-M.W. of Bloomingdale West
I’m asked this frequently every spring....
Center Place’s 4th Annual Children’s Community Art Show Seeks Young Artists
By Kathy Collins
Children ages 4 to 13 are encouraged to enter artwork in Center Place's 4th Annual Children's Community Art Show. The Show,...
