RIVERVIEW — Tickets are on sale for the Grand Brony Gala on June 29 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 4328 Garden Vista Drive, Riverview.

BRANDON — To be honest, I have no idea how it happened.
TAMPA — Mike Watkins stood under a tree in Ballast Point Park on Wednesday morning to give his 6-month-old daughter Sienna some shade. ¶ She cooed and took in her surroundings from her spot in his arms while he talked sports and childcare with the other dads from the Househusbands of Tampa Bay Facebook group. …

BRANDON — As another school year reached its twilight, the second-floor guidance office at Nativity Catholic School still reflected the character of its longest-tenured occupant: modest, unassuming and warm.

Stumpy wears a cast to match his emerald eyes. The tiny adventurer was found tangled in netting, earning him a shortened limb and a funny name. But this 10-week-old boy, after surgery, should heal fine and leave the shelter neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and licensed. Adopt Stumpy and countless other animals …

The Islamic Society of Riverview-Apollo Beach celebrated the opening of its Masjid Saturday at 8527 Richmond St., Gibsonton. For more information on ISRA and its location call (813) 523-6727.
Tips: Anglers must be versatile at this time of year for consistent catches. Utilizing different species can turn a slow day on the flats into a stellar outing. Fish such as pompano, black drum, mackerel, flounder and snapper all bite well when it is blazing hot outside. All are yummy on the dinner table and are …
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With the help of grants, ECHO of Brandon has renovated its food pantry on N Parsons Avenue, to serve clients more efficiently and with greater dignity, said ECHO events coordinator Kathy Collins.

The bond between Stu Robinson and his 15-year-old daughter Tyeisha Harston has only grown deeper since he started staging Stu's Father-Daughter Dance seven years ago, an annual Father's Day event that allows proud papas to fete their little girls like princesses. • Now Tyeisha carts him around on shopping …

Ever found yourself running scared? Jenna knows the feeling. She jumped layers of frightening fences in Citrus Park before being rescued by animal control officers. This sweetly spotted 7-year-old bluetick coonhound/pointer mix walks nicely on a leash, knows "sit" and performs quietly for treats. Donate to her care at …
