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Osprey Observer
Published July 31School Of Rock Opens New Location In Valrico
By Abigail Dumas This summer, the music learning institution School of Rock is set to open a brand-new location in Valrico. Located at 3244 Lithia Pinecrest Rd., the grand opening will take place on Thursday, August 6, starting at 1 p.m. The event will include a ribbon cutting,…
Osprey Observer
Published July 31Parade Of Lights Participants Will Benefit Two Local Nonprofits
The Brandon Parade of Lights is set to return on Saturday, December 12, inviting families, businesses, schools, nonprofits, churches and community organizations to come together for an evening of holiday tradition with a purpose. Stepping off at 5:30 p.m., the illuminated parade…
Osprey Observer
Published July 31Leadership Brandon Completes Project Benefiting A Kid’s Place
The Brandon Riverview Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the completion of the Leadership Brandon Riverview Class of 2026 Legacy Project benefiting A Kid’s Place, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe, stable and nurturing home for children in foster…
Indiana State Fair prepares for crowds with Eclipse staff and security
Michelle Coy Davis, founder of Eclipse staff and security, is managing a team of approximately 170 employees to provide security and cleaning services for the 15-day Indiana State Fair.
Skyecast: July 31
Tonight's featured pup is Sal from Westmoreland.
How to save money on back-to-school clothes without sacrificing name brands | What's the Deal?
Families looking to outfit the kids for less have options to find popular brands for a fraction of the retail price.
Rabid bat reported in New Hartford
NEW HARTFORD — A bat has tested positive for rabies in New Hartford, according to the Oneida County Department of Health.
Hogsett administration signals support for data center tax breaks
But a member of his cabinet recently objected to a tax abatement for an eastside data center.
'Unspeakable tragedy': Indy man sentenced to 145 years in prison for killing ex-girlfriend, shooting man in the chest
INDIANAPOLIS -- An Indianapolis man will serve the rest of his life behind bars for killing his ex-girlfriend and shooting a man in the chest, leaving him seriously injured. The Marion County Prosecutor's Office announced that Clarence White received a 145-year sentence following…
American Lives Theatre presents ‘Extreme Home Makeover’ satire
American Lives Theatre is presenting "Extreme Home Makeover," a satire about a working-class family caught up in a reality TV home renovation, at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center.
Osprey Observer
Published July 31Campaign Takes Shape For County Women Veterans Monument
The goal of recognizing the contributions of women veterans at Hillsborough County’s Veterans Memorial Park and Museum with a monument is within sight as a design has been selected and fundraising efforts continue. In what has been a grassroots campaign of more than five years,…
