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Published July 29Monthly Magic Show Debuts At Brandon Performing Arts
Get ready to experience a night of magic, comedy, and illusion with the seemingly impossible tricks of Vic Vega. On the first Monday night of every month at the Brandon Performing Arts’ new location, Vega will team up with another magical performer for an entertainment experience…
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Published July 29New Traffic Pattern On South Kings Avenue
As early as 6 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, weather permitting, a new traffic pattern will be in place on South Kings Avenue: Northbound traffic lanes will be reduced and shifted to the west side of the road from approximately Buckhorn Creek Road to just north of Ronele Drive. Dali…
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Published July 28Healthy Meets Delicious! Better Blend Opens First Florida Location in Brandon
Healthy looks good on Tampa Bay! Delicious, high-protein smoothies and fully customizable acai bowls have officially arrived in Brandon, Florida! Brought to the community by local owners Mike and Hillary Faustini, this family-owned spot marks Better Blend’s very first Florida…
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Published July 28Greater Brandon 4th of July Parade & FunFest
Celebrating Independence Day the Brandon way! Every Fourth of July, the Greater Brandon Parade & FunFest brings the local community together for an action-packed, full day of patriotic celebration at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds. The morning kicks off with an incredible…
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Published July 23Night Work Planned For S. Kings Avenue From July 23-24
A portion of South Kings Avenue will be closed from Bloomingdale Avenue to Princeton Street from 9 p.m.-6 a.m. for on Thursday and Friday, June 23-24, weather permitting, for South Hillsborough Pipeline construction. Please note that these timeframes are subject to change.…
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Published July 23Crews Mobilize at Boyette Road Near Hammock Crest July 27
On Monday, July 27, construction activity for the South Hillsborough Pipeline will begin on the south side of Boyette Road, just east of Hammock Crest. Crews will deliver heavy equipment and supplies to the area, then begin installing shoring for a tunnel beneath Boyette Road.…
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Published July 21Steve Young Named CEO Of HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
HCA Healthcare has named Steve Young as its new chief executive officer. Young returns to Brandon Hospital after serving as chief executive officer of HCA Florida Blake Hospital and HCA Florida Englewood Hospital, bringing more than 18 years of progressive health care leadership…
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Published July 21Come Meet Your Candidates At The 2026 Candidate Connection
The Brandon Riverview Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 2026 Candidate Connection, formerly known as the Hob Nob, on Thursday, August 6, from 6-8 p.m. at The Regent, located at 6437 Watson Rd. in Riverview. This year’s event, presented by Curry Law Group and powered by…
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Published July 21Grand Opening Of New Macbeth & Cheese Playhouse
By Srishti Tripathi The Brandon Riverview Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the grand opening of the new MacBeth & Cheese Playhouse with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 24, marking an exciting new chapter for Brandon Performing Arts Inc. and the local arts community.…
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Published July 17Glory Days Grill Celebrates 30 Years Of Food, Fun And Community Support
Glory Days Grill & Sports House of Brandon is the perfect gathering spot with a fun atmosphere and fresh, made-in-house food for everyone, such as different jumbo chicken wing styles with endless flavorful sauces, hand-crafted burgers, fan-favorite entrees like its Fabulous Fish…
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Published July 17Valrico Instructor Brings Mahjong To Local Tables
Valrico resident Dina Greenwell is introducing more people across the Brandon, Valrico and Lithia communities to one of the country’s fastest-growing social games through her business, Tampa Mahj Collective. What started as Greenwell’s personal passion for American mahjong has…
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Published July 10Eye On Business — Riverview, July 2026
D1 Training Opens In Brandon D1 Training is excited to bring a new approach to fitness and athletic development to the Brandon community. D1 combines the energy and coaching of Division I-style training with a welcoming environment for youth athletes, adults, and families. Owned…