Lennard Longhorn Flag Football wins state regional on the road over Alonso
By FRANCIS FEDOR francisfotography@outlook.com Lennard Longhorn girls flag football kept its playoff streak alive by defeating the Alonso Ravens, the...
Divine Thrift Shop blends boutique vibe, bargain pricing
By LOIS KINDLE lekindle@aol.com If you’ve haven’t been to the thrift store at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church lately,...
Historic 4th of July Parade gets new location and festival ties
By LINDA CHION KENNEY linda@observernews.net A big change is coming for the historic Greater Brandon Fourth of July Parade, which...
Obituaries
Renee Bray Renee (Benoit) Bray of Sun City Center, Florida, passed away on May 3, 2026, after a long and...
Meals On Wheels Expands to Apollo Beach
By LOIS KINDLE lekindle@aol.com Among our friends, loved ones and neighbors, there are people who live almost invisibly. They’re largely...
Apollo Beach Woman’s Club Ends Its Decades Long Run
By LOIS KINDLE lekindle@aol.com After 67 years of service, scholarships and sisterhood, the Apollo Beach Woman’s Club is closing, marking...
Southshore Chamber Welcomes New Executive Director
The Greater SouthShore Chamber of Commerce has a new leader. As of May 1, Wimauma resident Bonnie Peacock joined...
East Bay Baseball Falls in Opening Round of State Playoffs
By FRANCIS FEDOR francisfotography@outlook.com Francis Fedor PhotosLennard freshman Hayden Schofield looks for a receiver in 20-7 regional semifinal win over...
Graduation approaches as final moments lead to lasting memories
By Linda Chion Final contests, banquets and performances mark the end of the academic year, as graduation ceremonies approach for...
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