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St. Puppy’s Day Parade at O’Brien’s Irish Pub Today
The annual St. Patrick’s Day St. Puppy’s Day Parade is set to begin 4 p.m. today, March 11, at O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Grill in Brandon.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Reba McEntire Set To Close the Florida Strawberry Festival Today
Mountain Dew Family Day marks the final call for the 2012 Florida Strawberry Festival, which features a Youth Beef Breed Show and brings to the stage country great Reba McIntire and Easton Corbin.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
'Raise the Roof' at James McCabe, Photos and Preview
The Village Players returns to the James McCabe Stage tonight, March 10, with adult and older-aged students. Last night was a chance predominantly for young stars to perform.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough Schools End Winter With a Spring Break
The Hillsborough County School District is on spring break March 12-17, with public school students returning to classes March 19. Once they return, the 2011-12 school calendar has only 58 days left of classes.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
Farm Worker Appreciation Day, Baby Parade at Florida Strawberry Festival (March 10)
Day 10 of the 77th Annual Florida Strawberry Festival pays tribute to the farm worker. Featured also, a Baby Parade, Youth Steer Sale. Set to perform: Rodney Atkins and the Rev. Art Johnson and Bible-Based Fellowship Churh Cathedral Choir.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
Family Talent Shines Through 'Diamonds Uncut' On Stage in Valrico
The Diamond sisters are no strangers to the community theater stage. In Valrico for a "Raise the Roof" performance, the girls join their parents, uncle and grandmother in an a cappella performance.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
'Raise the Roof' Aims High With Youth
The junior production of "Raise the Roof" took to the stage March 9 with more than 20 acts at the James McCabe Theater in Valrico. The show returned March 10 with mostly older student and adult performers.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
‘American Idol’ Elimination Leaves Hometown Crowd Rooting for Rosado
At the Brandon Ale House on March 8, family and friends talked about a bright future for Brandon HCC student Jeremy Rosado, whose March 8 elimination on “American Idol” did anything but dampen their support for the teen singer.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Jeremy Rosado's Family, Fans Show Support Despite 'American Idol' Elimination
Hometown supporters of Valrico's Jeremy Rosado talked about the teen singer's bright future March 8 at the Brandon Ale House watch party.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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'American Idol' Results Show Has Brandon Community on Edge
Will Jeremy Rosado advance to the next round of "American Idol" competition? A student at the Brandon campus of Hillsborough Community College, Rosado works in Brandon and is a graduate of Durant High.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Brandon Area Clerks Charged With Selling Alcohol to Minors
Four Greater Brandon area store clerks are among 31 arrested around Hillsborough County in a crackdown as Spring Break 2012 approaches.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Midway Discount, 'Moonlight Magic' at Florida Strawberry Festival (March 9)
Day 9 of the 77th Annual Florida Strawberry Festival features a discount for Tampa Tribune Day on the Midway. After hours, "Moonlight Magic" opens to extend the midway fun past midnight. Set to perform: The Platters, TobyMac, and more.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Will Jeremy Rosado Continue on in the 'American Idol' Competition?
Will Jeremy Rosado advance to the next round of "American Idol" competition?
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
Hometown Support High for 'American Idol' Hopeful Jeremy Rosado
The crowd at the Brandon Ale House was most definitely Team Jeremy as the Top 13 contenders for this season's "American Idol" vied to live the dream. Jeremy Rosado is a student at the Brandon campus of Hillsborough Community College.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
Brandon|News|
Pit Bull Reputation Falls Short With Angel, Kiwanian Seeks Home for Pet
A recently relocated woman left her pit bull with her parents, but now Angel is in the hands of a Brandon Kiwanian, who said she needs to find a more permanent home for “the sweetest dog."
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Brandon Tradition Grows as District's 1st Orchestra Celebrates 45 Years
The Brandon High School orchestra, the first in the Hillsborough County School District, celebrated its 45th anniversary in the same month the school's wrestling team earned its 23rd state title.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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High School Student Art Show Opens With Center Place Reception Tonight
The annual show is sponsored by the GFWC Brandon Service League and this year showcases student work from eight high schools. The March 8 reception is open to the public.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Senior Day, Ride-A-Thon Discount at Florida Strawberry Festival (March 8)
Day 8 of the 77th Annual Florida Strawberry Festival features a discount for senior citizens an a strawberry shortcake eating contest. Set to perform are The Charlies Daniels Band and Luke Bryan.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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American Heroes Day and Tribute at Florida Strawberry Festival (March 7)
Day 7 of the 77th Annual Florida Strawberry Festival pays tribute to American Heroes, with Ride-A-Thon wristbands and a Superdog Corndog Eating Contest on tap as well. Set to perform are Lee Greenwood, Louise Mandrell and The Band Perry.
Linda Chion Kenney, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough's 'American Idol' Hopefuls Advance in Top 13
Blake High School's Shannon Magrane and Durant graduate Jeremy Rosado of Valrico fill two of the Top 13 spots left in this season's "American Idol" competition.
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