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Glorioso Considers Bid for Senate District 24 Seat

State Rep. Rich Glorioso said he would decide today, May 31, whether he would run for the Senate seat being vacated by Ronda Storms. That would pit him against State Rep. Rachel Burgin and former Senate President Tom Lee for the District 24 seat.

Glorioso Considers Bid for Senate District 24 Seat
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Who's on Burgin's 'Grassroots Team?'

State Rep. Rachel Burgin, R-Riverview, has announced her plans to bypass the House and seek re-election to the state Senate, in a race that pits her against former Senate President Tom Lee.

Who's on Burgin's 'Grassroots Team?'
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‘Bully’ Documentary At AMC The Regency 20 (Trailer)

The film features a glimpse into the cruel world of the lives of bullied children, including Ty Smalley, who committed suicide at age 11. His parents, Kirk and Laura Smalley, founders of Stand for the Silent, spread the anti-bullying message nationwide.

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Hillsborough’s Fight To End Homelessness Needs Brandon Voices

Homelessness is on the rise and the Homeless Coalition of Hillsborough County is asking for citizens' help in crafting a 10-year plan for preventing and ending life on the streets. Step up the plate at a June 2 meeting at HCC at The Regent.

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Wild Hogs Cause Headaches in FishHawk

Vehicles with U.S. government license plates have been spotted in FishHawk, where federal officials started hog removal started May 1. The effort is expected to run throughout the course of the year to prevent ruined landscapes, disease and more.

Wild Hogs Cause Headaches in FishHawk
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Red-Light Runners, Close Calls Captured on Video

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has released another round of red-light runners that shows a near collision, a pedestrian's close call, a motorist barreling through an intersection after the light had been red for 98 seconds, and more.

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Engage With Patch for a Chance To Win $500

Brandon Patch is looking for inspiring community leaders to join the Patch Engagement Council, another opportunity to voice your opinions on a myriad of community topics.

Engage With Patch for a Chance To Win $500
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Mrs. World To Keynote Girls-Only Conference in Hillsborough

The conference for 100 girls ages 12 to 17 puts the spotlight on positive lifestyles, health and well-being, with the featured speaker the reigning Mrs. World, April Lufriu, a Tampa native. The deadline to register is May 30.

Mrs. World To Keynote Girls-Only Conference in Hillsborough
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Glorioso Makes it a 3-Way Race for Supervisor of Elections

Term limits spell the end to State Rep. Rich Glorioso’s time in Tallahassee. The Plant City Republican and retired Air Force colonel has declared his intent to run for Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections. Earl Lennard is not seeking reelection.

Glorioso Makes it a 3-Way Race for Supervisor of Elections
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Movies for Memorial Day Weekend

What's playing at the local cineplex? Want a list of top military movies to rent or watch on television? Here's your Brandon Patch guide to show times at AMC The Regency 20 as well as a listing of memorable movies to watch at home.

Movies for Memorial Day Weekend
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Brandon Revisited: A Month in Photos

Community life in Brandon hit some high marks at work, at home and at play. Here's a look back.

Brandon Revisited: A Month in Photos
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Beryl Adds to Mix of Weather Oddities

As Brandon residents engage in Memorial Day activities, it's not lost upon them the early start to the hurricane season in a year filled with weather oddities, tropical and otherwise, from coast to coast.

Beryl Adds to Mix of Weather Oddities
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Higginbotham To Keynote Memorial Day Remembrance at Serenity Meadows

Hillsborough County Commissioner Al Higginbotham joins Michael Whitt, of AMVETS Post 44 in Brandon, and Walt Raysic, president of the Veterans Council of Hillsborough County, at the Memorial Day Service of Remembrance on May 28.

Higginbotham To Keynote Memorial Day Remembrance at Serenity Meadows
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Phantom Airborn Brigade To Start Today's Memorial Day Celebration

The Veterans Memorial Park and Rear Admiral LeRoy Collins Jr. Museum in Tampa is the site for today's Memorial Day Ceremony, presented by the Veterans Council of Hillsborough County. The ceremony is set to begin at 10:55 a.m.

Phantom Airborn Brigade To Start Today's Memorial Day Celebration