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New Networking Group, The Monday Morning Quaterbacks, Donates 100% Of Fee to Scholarship Fund |
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Written by Larry Brooks
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A new networking group named "The Monday Morning Quaterbacks" and will meet the 2nd Monday of every month starting September 13th from 7:30-9AM at Aston Gardens 231 Courtyards Blvd. Sun City Center.
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Uniforms Help Patients Identify Caregivers at South Bay Hospital |
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Written by Melissa Morgan, Director of Marketing
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Sun City Center, Florida (August 13, 2010) – In order to improve our patients’ experience, South Bay Hospital is implementing an employee uniform program. The uniforms will be color-coded by profession, allowing patients to quickly and easily identify their caregivers. The first to transition to uniforms will be Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Paramedics, Monitor Technicians and Laboratory employees. |
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Greater Riverview Chamber Of Commerce Ambassador Team Hits The Road! |
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Written by Tanya Doran, GRCC Executive Director
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Riverview, FL: The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) Ambassador Team is a key component of the success of this local home town chamber. In efforts to help fellow chamber members, the Ambassador Team decided to hit the road! The team will travel each month to a different member’s location. At this monthly meeting the hosting member will have an opportunity to showcase their business and educate the entire Ambassador Team about their organization. |
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Newsome Athletes Honored for Academic Achievement |
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Written by Newsome PTSA Site
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Four Newsome athletes achieved all-county academic success for the 2010 school year, led by first team selection Patrick Hacker. In addition to being named to the state all-star soccer team, Hacker found the time to achieve a 6.06 GPA and coach the Randall Middle School soccer team. Hacker's next stop will be the University of Florida, where he plans to major in engineering. |
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Dave’s Window Tinting |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Dave’s Window Tinting is owned by Dave Merriman and was opened 25 years ago. Dave does residential and commercial window tinting and specializes in utilizing safety film, privacy film, heat reflection film, fading protection film and flying object protection film. In fact, TECO gives rebates for east and west facing window tints. Dave occasionally will tint cars, but that is not the bulk of his business.
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Tampa Thunder Goes To America's Champions' Cup! |
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Written by Ben Carpenter
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When they finished fourth at the national tournament in Indianapolis this summer, the Tampa Thunder had no idea that they had qualified to go to Vancouver this October for the Americas Champions' Cup. Just when they thought that they were going to wind down until next season, they have now been hit with a new challenge, beating the top three Canadian teams! |
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Rad Finz & The Longboard Bar to open in September |
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Written by Ken Donofrio
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Madeira Beach, Florida, JULY 26, 2010: 15000 Madeira Way, LLC today announced that they will be opening their new casual dining restaurant, Rad Finz Coastal Cuisine and The Long Board Bar during the month of September at the former location of Leatherback’s Steakhouse in Madeira Beach. |
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BK Kustoms - Kustom Specialty and Promotional Items |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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BK Kustoms is a Kustom Specialty and Promotional Items business owned by Barbara and Bruce Kanoza and begun about two years ago. Although they sell promotional items, they have a very different approach and focus to working with clients. They begin by identifying the goals of the client. They then go about creating an image for the client and their business. Once the goals are established, they utilize a team approach to help the client reach their goals. They create a custom program for each and every customer. |
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Why Do Headlights get Yellow? |
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Written by Jay Brodie, Owner of JB Windshield Repair
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I’ve been doing windshield repairs and headlight restorations for over 2 years. With headlight restoration there are two questions that I always get: What causes the headlights to turn yellow and is it on the inside?
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Floor Techs |
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Written by Jamie Lanier
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Floor Techs of Tampa specializes in carpet cleaning, including auto and marine, tile and grout, and vinyl floor care. Owned and operated by military veteran Mark Kopycienski, Floor Techs not only produces the best carpet cleaning you have ever seen, but also provides a wonderful opportunity for other military veterans to start fresh and make a living. Mark’s passion is to provide fellow veterans with a way to utilize their skills, while also providing a needed service to the community. |
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Tony Buntyn signs the Taxpayer Protection Pledge |
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Written by Brian H. Graham
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Tony Buntyn signs the Taxpayer Protection Pledge
Congressional candidate promises to protect taxpayers’ wallets
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tony Buntyn, a Republican running in Florida’s 11th Congressional district, recently signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge sponsored by Americans for Tax Reform (ATR). The Pledge commits signers to “oppose any and all efforts to increase the marginal income tax rates for individuals and/or businesses … and oppose any net reduction or elimination of deductions and credits, unless matched dollar for dollar by further reducing tax rates.”
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Merle J. Friedman, AP, LD/N,PA. |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Merle J. Friedman, AP, LD/N,PA., is a Board Certified Acupuncturist and Licensed Dietician and Nutritionist. Her philosophy is achieving health through acupuncture and wellness. She works in both Western and Eastern herbal medicines, homeopathic remedies and essential oils.
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Riverview Community Lends a Hand |
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Written by Tanya Doran, GRCC Executive Director
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On Tuesday, June 29, 2010, the Tampa Bay community lost two police officers in a fatal shooting. When residents of Riverview learned of this tragedy upon waking, disbelief and shock were replaced with sadness and anger. Barbara Jones, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, called the Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce and informed the chamber that over 250 volunteers had been searching all night, without food or water, for the suspect. Could the chamber help with this situation? By mid morning, after many phone calls, the Riverview Community had responded with cases of water, sandwiches, salads, and so much more.
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Fish on with Captain Tom Rinehart |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Tom Rinehart began his professional career as the owner of a trucking company in Utica, Michigan 33 years ago. During that time he would come to Florida and spend a month every year fishing around the Apollo Beach area. Five years ago, he sold the business and moved to Florida to live with his passion for fishing. Today, he spends his days taking other people on fishing tours.
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River Hills Country Club |
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Written by Dave Witt (General Manager)
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River Hills Country Club is located in the River Hills area of Valrico Florida. The Club is a private non-equity club providing many amenities to include an 18 hole Championship Golf Course, a Tour Quality Practice Facility, 8 lighted Har-Tru Clay Tennis Courts, a 24 hour Fitness Facility, PGA Professional Instruction and Fitting, Jr. Golf Program and Swim Team, a Luxurious Clubhouse, Jr. Olympic sized swimming pool, Full Service Golf and Tennis Shops, a Restaurant and Bar and Grill, John Cochrane Golf Schools and Member Privileges at 12 reciprocal Florida Golf Trail Clubs.
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Fitness Together-Brandon |
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Written by Bob Kalle
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Fitness Together opened on May 10, 2010. They provide personal one-on-one training for individuals. What sets their program apart from others is that they have private suites so there is complete privacy for the individual working out. The studio is up-scale and fully stocked with all the workout tools needed for any goal. Some of the goals of clients include weight loss, staying in shape, better health and bulking up. Goals are set for each individual on a personal basis and with the client’s goals in mind. It is important for each client to set the goals to make sure the program is a good fit for him/her. The goal is to help the individual client to meet the goals through the idea of one client-one trainer-one goal. They serve clients from about age 12 and up. They also provide nutrition counseling. |
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Alley Cat Pest Control |
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Written by Lisa Kennedy
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Alley Cat Pest Control is owned by Cliff and Lisa Kennedy and opened about 4 years ago. They are a family owned and operated small business. They provide pest control for termites(preventative and corrective treatments), ants (carpenter, fire), fleas, ticks, bed bugs and spiders. They specialize in treating for german cockroaches which are particularly tough to eradicate, and yellow jacket removal (since the nest needs to be removed or they will reinhabit).
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Coyotes Winning and Expanding! |
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Written by Andrew Cox, FishHawk Coyotes Youth Lacrosse
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Last month the FishHawk Coyotes Lacrosse Teams completed their second year of competition playing at the FishHawk Sports Complex with another stellar year. The Coyotes had 4 teams this year and each finished their season with the WFLL Lacrosse Tournament which was hosted May 8th at the FishHawk Sports Complex. Coyotes teams had an excellent showing as 2 of their teams won the tournament in their divisions, one team finished second and the other team third. |
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Learning about the Teacher Bill |
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Written by Bobby Winsler
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August 11, 2010 - Mike Prendergast, after a review of Rep. Kathy Castor's most recent vote, urged the Congresswoman to clarify how her actions have represented Florida?s 11th congressional district. He addressed last night?s education and Medicaid supplements as redundant at best and billions of dollars wasted at worst. |
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He Spent His Summer Defeating Opponents From All Over The World! |
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Written by Scott Ferry
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RIVERVIEW FL, AUGUST 13, 2010: Let the celebrating begin!! Jason Huertas, 14 from Riverview, FL, Barrington Oaks Middle School, traveled to Duluth, Georgia to fight against the best Judoka (Judo Players) in the nation on July 24 and July 25. Earning a bronze medal against other fighters with higher ranks, Jason was able to earn a place on the podium through his determination and take no prisoners attitude. |
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K Breeze Indoor Putt Putt |
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Written by Jeff Mars
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Do you think it’s too hot to play putt putt during the Tampa, FL summers? Me too, except at K Breeze Indoor Putt Putt. There you can enjoy the cool temperatures of the mid to low 70’s while you play 18 holes of miniature golf without breaking a sweat. |
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Fundraiser To Benefit AMVETS Post 44 |
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Written by Laura-Jean Goodsell
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Custom Tropical Travel and Serenity Meadows is sponsoring a fundraiser to raise money for AMVETS Post 44. A five day cruise on the Carnival Inspiration Leaving on March 21st, for Grand Cayman and Cozumel. |
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Moffitt Cancer Center to partner with Central Florida Health Alliance |
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Written by Michelle Foley, Moffitt Cancer Center
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World-Class Cancer Care Coming to Central Florida THE VILLAGES & LEESBURG, FL (July 29, 2010) – Moffitt Cancer Center and Central Florida Health Alliance jointly announce today that they are partnering to provide world-class cancer care closer to home. The partnership will deliver state-of-the-art cancer care in two new facilities to be built on the campuses of Leesburg Regional Medical Center and The Villages Health System. |
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Jessica Rose Foundation Golf Tournament |
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Written by Jeff Mars
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The Jessica Rose Foundation helps to provide financial assistance to families within the Greater Tampa Bay region when their child is in cancer treatment. This foundation is committed to providing assistance to help supplement income loss and offset medical or other care-related expenses not covered by insurance. |
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Riverview High Sharks Football Coach Receives Check |
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Written by Mike Self II
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Head Football Coach Bruce Gifford of the Riverview High School Sharks receives his check from Mike Self of S & S Tacos/Pizzas & Stuff of Riverview along with Jill Canavan owner of Apollo Beach Cherry's and Tiger Hoffman President of South Shore Anglers. The Trio put on a Black tip Shark Fishing Tournament on July 24, 2010, that netted the team enough money to stencil the football field and purchase future equipment for the team. If you'd like to get involved for next years tournament please contact Mike @ S & S Tacos/Pizzas & Stuff. |
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Representative Rachel Burgin Conveys FCAT Concerns To Governor |
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Written by Celeste Camm, Legislative Aide to Representative Rachel Burgin
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Tampa-Representative Rachel Burgin (R-Tampa/Brandon) voiced her concerns over recent FCAT results in a letter to Governor Charlie Crist.
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HI Performance Tennis Champ Shines at National Tournament |
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Written by Lori Bukaweski, Director of Marketing and Member Services
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Brandon, Florida. Thirteen year old Jessica Ho, who is training with the HI Performance Tennis Camp at The Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center this summer, came in 5th at The USTA National Junior Tennis Open in Montgomery, Alabama on July 3, 2010, winning the Girls’ 16’s Consolation Finals. For more information on HI Performance Junior Tennis, please contact The Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center at (813) 689-0908 or visit us at www.mybsac.org. |
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Bounce U of Wesley Chapel |
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Written by Debbie Kopycienski
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Bounce U of Wesley Chapel is Pasco County’s Largest Inflatable Party Zone. Former teacher Debbie Kopycienski and her husband Mark opened up their Bounce U franchise in October 2009. To the untrained eye, Bounce U may appear subtle from the outside, but upon walking inside its doors children will not believe what they are seeing. Bounce U is a jungle gym of huge inflatable bounce houses, allowing for endless hours of fun and a truly fulfilling experience for every child who enters its doors. |
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Stylists Find The Perfect Job With Willow House |
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Written by Omeria Hinson, Willow House Design Consultant
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This August, Southern Living At HOME and Entertaining at Home are joining forces to launch Willow House, a new design-savvy party plan company. Featuring a trend-forward product line, cutting-edge technology and revolutionary changes to the party plan model, Willow House will lead the industry with its fresh outlook and unique style. |
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High Seas Expedition: Exploring the Mighty Love of God |
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Written by Tanya Doran, GRCC Executive Director
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The Presbyterian Church of Bloomingdale Invites Children to High Seas Expedition: Exploring the Mighty Love of God. |
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Commercial Technology Group |
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Written by Kevin Sheridan
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Commercial Technology Group- CTG has over 25 years experience in the commercial technology field. CTG offers complete camera, digital video recording systems, intercoms, audio, security, structural wiring, system maintenance and digital signage for most commercial applications. They have designed and installed hundreds of systems statewide and nationally. |
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Promotional Products Help Fuel Profitable Sales |
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Written by Barbara Kanoza, Franchise Development Coordinator
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Promotional Products – are they “trash & trinkets” that you hand out at tradeshows and conferences? Or are they cost effective advertisements that put your name in front of potential customers every day, and keep it there for several months? |
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The Riverview High School Choir takes on Carnegie Hall and Triumphs |
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Written by Iris Derke General Director, Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY)
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On June 15, Distinguished Concerts Singers International, comprised of auditioned chorus members from across the country, including the Riverview High School Choir (Elizabeth Stewart, director), presented a concert event at legendary Carnegie Hall’s Isaac Stern Auditorium entitled Paradise Lost: Shadows and Wings, by Eric Whitacre. |
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Celebrating Home With Elice Robetor |
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Written by Elice Robetor
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Elice Robetor opened her Celebrating Home small home based business in May, 2010. Celebrating Home goal is to bring families together by creating catalog in-home shopping opportunities. Gifts and home decorating items include products such as candles, home décor items, pictures and frames, bowls and dishes and other decorating items. They also have themed items such as America themes and spiritual themes. They are a Christian based company and many of their themes are Christian based.
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The XFC 11, The Next Generation July 9 At The St. Pete Times Forum In Tampa, Fla. |
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Written by John Prisco - President Xtreme Fighting Championships
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True to the event theme, The Next Generation, the XFC 11 card on July 9 at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Fla. includes six up-and-coming fighters who earned their spots in previous XFC fighter tryouts and currently have a combined fight record of 8-1 on HD Net: Chris Barnett (4-0), Julio Gallegos (4-0), Julien Williams (1-1), Ian Stephens (pro debut), Ryan Quinn (3-1) and Marianna Kheyfets (pro debut).
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