In recognition of Go Skateboarding Day on June 21, here's a look back in video at the Brandon Skate Park while under construction, at Providence Park East, and as revealed at its ribbon-cutting May 12, 2012.
Hillsborough's Brandon Skate Park celebrates its second-month anniversary on June 21, which also happens to be national Go Skateboarding Day. The local park already has topped 1,000 signed waivers, which attests to both the park's need and popularity.
It's the longest day of summer with the 2012 summer solstice set to hit the Northern Hemisphere 7:09 tonight, June 20. Here's a look at useful facts to know, a great movie to consider, summer songs to sing and why Stonehenge hits the news.
The FHSAA has made its final ruling following a seven-month investigation into the eligibility of five football players on the Armwood High School football team.
It's the Friday after Father's Day, so June 22 is "Take Your Dog To Work Day," the culmination of a week set aside to celebrate man's — and woman's — best friend. Here's a background on the day, and links for employers and employees to participate.
A Brandon mother, with family in tow, had the first-in-line spot on a local line to receive tickets for President Barack Obama's June 22 campaign stop in Tampa, at the Dale Mabry campus of Hillsborough Community College.
Tickets were distributed June 19 at the Obama for Florida office at Winthrop, where a large crowd gathered for a chance to see President Barack Obama live at a grassroots event June 22 at the Dale Mabry campus of Hillsborough Community College.
Chick-fil-A of Lake Brandon Village is back with an extended “Summer Fun Flicks” program, Tuesdays at AMC The Regency 20. Eight movies for $1, with proceeds benefiting ECHO, Center Place and the YMCA.
The second celebrity chef event for "Cooking for a Cause III” was held June 18 at the Copper Bell Cafe in Brandon. Hillsborough County School Superintendent MaryEllen Elia earmarked proceeds and gratuities for the Hillsborough Education Foundation.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission warns about the rising threat of alligator encounters given the rising temperatures of summer. Safety tips offered for dealing with nuisance alligators, such as the one spotted at HCC at The Regent.
A chart of violations noted by the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA), along with Armwood High School Principal Michael Ippolito's responses to those violations cited, are included in this report on likely sanctions.
President Barack Obama is scheduled to make a campaign stop June 22 at the Dale Mabry campus of Hillsborough Community College in Tampa. Free tickets to the event are available on a first-come, first-served basis at five local Obama for America offices.
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking members to step up for leadership positions on its board of directors.
Is the James McCabe Theater haunted? That's been the age-old question for community theater veterans and now paranormal enthusiasts from Plant City have been staging investigations, which were discussed at a June 16 fundraiser.
"Cooking for a Cause III" continues June 18 at the Copper Bell Cafe in Brandon, with celebrity chef MaryEllen Elia, superintendent of the Hillsborough County School District. All proceeds and gratuities benefit the Hillsborough Education Foundation.
Stories for the week ending June 17 included reports on a roadside memorial for Tyler Stich, the Baldwins' faith after fire, an Armwood graduate's big win, crime-prevention tips, jails' trash for charity's gain and an “unclaimed property" sting.
Gunfire exchanged between party guests and drive-by shooters in the Greater Brandon community of Dover led to the grave injuries of Jose Luis Hernandez, who was shot in the back of the head, according to a Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office report.
It's time to celebrate dad and here's some food for thought as the day unwinds, with facts to know about Father's Day and places to eat. What else happened on June 17? Ask your dad, then impress him with these answers.
Near the intersection of South Kings Avenue and Coppertree Circle, a memorial stands in tribute to 17-year-old Tyler Stich, who died June 15 after the SUV he was riding in overturned.
A roadside memorial stands near the corner of South Kings Avenue and Coppertree Circle for the teen who died in a crash there June 15.
