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Area Flooring Companies Merge to Create G. Fried Flooring America |
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Written by Nicole Skelly
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Tampa, Fla.-based Flooring America and G. Fried Flooring located in Sarasota, Fla. announce the two businesses have merged to form G. Fried Flooring America. The merger is effective as of January 1st and the company will operate with Rufus Ashby as president.
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Brandon Chamber of Commerce To Hold Annual Health Fair |
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Written by Justin Kropff, Communications & Marketing Director
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BRANDON, FL – The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce will hold the 2012 Health Fair on Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Campo Family YMCA, 3414 Culbreath Road, in Valrico.
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Tennis For Fun - Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center |
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Written by Lori Bukaweski Associate Executive Director
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The USTA today announced that Tennis for Fun, based in Brandon, FL at The Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center, has been awarded the 2011 USTA Adaptive Tennis National Community Service Award. The award is given to a program or program leader that has demonstrated continued excellence, dedication and service in tennis for an adaptive tennis community. |
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TakeOut Butler Is GRCC “Business Person of the Year 2011” |
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Written by Erik Butler, Owner of TakeOut Butler
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TakeOut Butler Restaurant Delivery Service owner Erik Butler was chosen as the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce 2011 “Business Person of the Year” at the January 20, 2012 Annual Membership Awards Dinner. Butler was selected as the recipient among Co-Finalists Michael Beiter of Preservation 1st Financial Group and Jim Smeaton of the Smeaton Home-Selling Team.
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Royce Easley & Keith Weeks from Newsome High School selected to play in Blue–Grey National All Star Classic |
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Written by Donna Easley
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Royce Easley & Keith Weeks from Newsome High School have been selected to play in the Blue-Grey National All Star Classic. This is quite an achievement for these young men. This features TOP SENIOR recruits from across the country with two squads. A SOUTH squad and a NORTH squad. The south squad players consist from areas such as: Florida, Kansas, Missouri, Georgia, Alabama, Texas and etc…. The north squad consists of players from: New England, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Nebraska, Illinois, California and etc…
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Use Your Holiday Visit To Tell If A Loved One Needs Help |
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Written by Debbie Waldecker, Owner
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Home for the Holidays?
Use your visit to tell if a loved one needs help to stay at home safely.
Sun City Center, FL – Are you going home for the holidays? If you are, in addition to celebrating take a moment to make sure your older loved ones are still capable of managing their daily lives on their own. Often older adults need some help to stay safe and healthy, but don’t like to admit it.
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Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center's Maddie Hess Qualifies for U. S. Olympic Team Trials |
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Written by Lori Bukaweski, Associate Executive Director
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Brandon, FL. December 5, 2011 - The Blue Wave Swim Team’s Maddie Hess qualified for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials at U.S. Senior Nationals in Atlanta on Saturday, December 3, 2011 in the 200-meter backstroke with a time of 2:17.94, making it by .06. On Friday, December 2 she swam the 100-meter freestyle with a time of 58.10, breaking Blue Wave Olympian Maritza Correia’s Girls’ 13-14 record. |
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Brandon Early Morning Boot Camp Begins November 1, 2011 |
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Written by Sarah M Liakos
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Brandon, Florida, Fitness Program Offers Improved Fitness Levels and Increased Strength
The next series of Sarah’s Boot Camp, a four-week outdoor fitness program, is scheduled to run from November 1 to November 26th, 2011. |
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Robeks in Valrico Gives You Healthy Alternatives |
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Written by Jeff Mars
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Where can you go for a smoothie made from100% pure juice & vine-ripened fruit that never has any added sugar, flavorings or other junk? Where can you get a wholesome wrap or farm-fresh salad to go with it? The secret's out. Robeks carefully selects the finest fruits and vegetables, creating smoothies and juices that are both nutritious and delicious. With Certified Food Safety Managers on the premises, you can be assured that you are always getting the very best as well as the tastiest food and drinks possible. Having eaten there, I can personally attest to that.
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Local Girl Selected For Miss American Preteen Pageant For 2011 |
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Written by Carolyn Hawkins, President, National Pageant
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Miss Alexis Castro, age 11, daughter of Mr. Hiram Castro and Mrs. Mercedes Castro of Riverview, has been selected to represent Riverview, Florida at the 2011 Miss American Preteen Pageant. She qualified by placing as a top finalist in one of the contests held at the annual Miss Florida Preteen Pageant for 2011.
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Ali Shryock Photography |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Ali Shryock Photography was started by Ali in September, 2007. Ali started taking pictures after the birth of her first child. She went to J. C. Penney for child photos, but was not really happy with the process. She thought she could improve on the family’s experience, so she decided to take pictures that were in more familiar environments that did not rely on forced smiles.
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Apollo Beach Racquet and Fitness Club |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Apollo Beach Racquet and Fitness Club is managed by Logan Sultenfuss and is an unpretentious country club that has all the amenities but is still casual enough to suit the fishing and casual community it serves. The club includes a restaurant, tennis courts, a pool, fitness center and an after school youth program.
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Party Planning By KC |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Party Planning by KC- Kacey Folger had always planned parties for her family and friends, so about a year ago she decided to plan parties professionally. Her parties include children’s themed birthday parties such as princess tea parties, Dr. Seuss parties, luaus, police parties and carnivals. For adults, she plans intimate weddings, anniversary parties, vow renewal parties and graduations. Her favorite party and niche are weddings.
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Greater Brandon Community Foundation’s Business Group |
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Written by Debbie Kirkland, Administrative Director Brandon Foundation
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“Building Business from the Heart,” is the theme for the Greater Brandon Community Foundation’s Business Group. Formed by local business leaders, the Group seeks to build strong trade relationships through networking among likeminded professionals. The Business Group is ultimately dedicated to making Brandon a better community in which to live and do business.
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Local Grad Makes It To The Program In FOX Call "So You Think You Can Dance” |
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Written by Doris Davila-Jaime
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Ricky Jaime, a local graduate from NEWSOME High school and resident of Riverview, has made it to the program in FOX call” So You Think You Can Dance”. He has been there now for a few weeks and he just move forward again this week. |
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Yoga for the Young at Heart |
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Written by Kitty Cannon, Managing Owner, Serenity Stream Yoga & Wellness Spa
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Children’s Classes in Riverview Bring Discipline and Grace to Community Youngsters
Children’s yoga classes offer a place for kids to stretch, relax, and make new friends while discovering their own inner strengths. Playful, age-appropriate poses develop muscles, strengthen bones, and increase flexibility. Breathing games encourage stress relief and stillness, facilitating calm self-awareness and helping kids to get in touch with their emotions in a safe way. |
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Heaven |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Mom yelled from the kitchen, “Timmy, it’s time for bed, why don’t you go upstairs and get changed and say your prayers, I will be up in a minute after I finish the dishes.”
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Newsome Band Hosts Indoor Percussion Competition |
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Written by Lori Bukaweski Associate Executive Director
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LITHIA, FL. The Newsome High School Band will be hosting an Indoor Percussion Competition on Saturday, February 18, 2012 beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Randall Middle School. To date, there are approximately 20 drum line units from all over the state of Florida that are ready to perform at this exciting indoor marching competition, which is expected to attract over 750 performers and spectators. They will be judged for their visual presentation and musical performance, with awards given to the top 3 in each class.
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Serenity Meadows Memorial Park Hosting a Community Resource Fair |
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Written by Laura-Jean Goodsell
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Serenity Meadows Memorial Park is hosting a Community Resource Fair for the surrounding area on February 25th, 2012 from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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Jessica Ho, 14, Winner Of The Girls' 16's Singles At The USTA Junior Winter National Championships |
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Written by Lori Bukaweski Associate Executive Director
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BRANDON, FL. The Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center is extremely proud of our own Jessica Ho, 14, winner of the Girls' 16's Singles at The USTA Junior Winter National Championships held in Scottsdale, Arizona December 27, 2011 through January 1, 2012. She is shown here with the famous Gold Ball Trophy with HI Performance Coach Alex Golub. Jessica is now ranked No. 4 in the nation in Girls' 16's. For more information on HI Performance Tennis at The Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center, please call (813) 689-0908 |
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Christmas Divorce |
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Written by Anonymous
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A man in Chicago calls his son in L.A. the day before Christmas Eve and says,' I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing, Forty-five years of misery is enough.'
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2012 BSAC Saddles and Spurs Casino Night |
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Written by Lori Bukaweski Associate Executive Director
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Congratulations to Kevin Baker, owner and operator of Florida Business Interiors! Kevin is our first $1,000 Roulette Sponsor of our 2012 Spurs and Saddles Casino Night! |
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Barnacles Restaurant raises $5,000 for the Brandon Outreach Clinic |
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Written by Carol A. Toffolon, Marketing Manager, Barnacles Restaurant
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Brandon, FL (September 17, 2011) - During a formal check presentation on November 16, 2011 Barnacles Restaurant presented a $5,000 check to the Brandon Outreach Clinic. The check was raised through a partnership involving Barnacles Restaurant, Brandon Regional Hospital & Total Imaging-Parsons. The month long fundraiser titled “Save A Breast…Eat A Wing” invited guests to visit Barnacles & for every wing basket sold the restaurant donated $2.00 to the cause. |
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Tampa ELITE Lacrosse Announcement |
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Written by Andrew Cox Senior Vice President of Business Development
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The Fishhawk Coyotes Lacrosse organization is excited to officially announce the launch of their new Select lacrosse program…Tampa ELITE!
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Sponsor Spots Available For Community Resource Fair |
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Written by Laura-Jean Goodsell
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Community Resource Fair to be held on February 25th from 10am-2pm at Serenity Meadows Memorial Park. Sponsors, Vendors etc. needed. St Pete Times will be a co-sponsor of the event. The Blood Mobile will be there and we would like to get as many people interested as possible. |
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Let an Angel Help You Care for Your Loved One |
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Written by Debbie Waldecker, Owner
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(Sun City Center, FL) - In a perfect world, you would be able to take care of your aging parent in your home or theirs, relying only on family to help you. But the reality is that caring for an aging or ill parent is a full-time job that can take a toll on the caregiver; add to that the demands of raising a family, working, and other responsibilities, and chances are you’ll need a little assistance along the way. |
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Tampa Bay Lightning |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Tampa Bay Lightning- After the success of the Tampa Bay Lightning in last year’s playoffs, one game and goal away from the Stanley Cup Finals, better ownership, general manager and coaching staff, we decided to get season tickets for the 2011-2012 season. It began with a call to the Lightning to check out seat possibilities and prices. They were great in helping me choose two tickets that would work for us. |
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The Brandon Foundation Business Group Has Moved |
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Written by Debbie Kirkland, Administrative Director Brandon Foundation
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The Brandon Foundation Business Group is expanding and has moved to a new meeting location. Beginning September 13th the Group’s bi-monthly meeting will be held in Mango’s at Embassy Suites in Brandon starting at 11:30 AM. The Business Group meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month to encourage community minded local business leaders to network and “build business from the heart”. For more information please consult the Foundation website at www.brandonfoundation.com. |
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4th Annual Run For the Fallen hosted by T.A.M.P.A. |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Run For the Fallen- On Sunday, August 21, 2011, the 4th Annual Run For The Fallen was held at E. G. Simmons Park in Ruskin, Florida. |
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Sweetie’s Delights Bakery |
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Written by Karen Walker, Owner
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The Sweetest Secret in Valrico celebrated their 4th anniversary in April!
When it comes to cakes, cupcakes, and cookies of all kinds, nothing tastes sweeter than home-made family recipes. That’s just what you’ll find at Sweetie’s Delights Bakery in Valrico, FL. |
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