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Adopt a Furry Friend This Halloween — Costumes, Candy & New Beginnings Await!
Ralph AcevedoCostumes, candy, and forever homes await—could a furry friend be your best Halloween treat?
Read moreItaly Just Landed on Oakfield Drive — And It's Absolutely Irresistible
Ralph AcevedoStep inside Allegria Italiana — where every dish tells a story worth savoring.
Read moreNeighbors Who Transformed Their Streets Just Got the Ultimate County Shoutout!
Ralph AcevedoMeet the residents turning neglected spaces into neighborhood gems—and getting honored for it.
Read moreDon't Miss Your Shot! The Ultimate Last-Minute Early Voting Secrets Revealed
Ralph AcevedoDon't miss your chance — here's everything you need to vote before Election Day.
Read moreDengue Crisis Isn't Over: Is Your Brandon Neighborhood Still at Risk?
Ralph AcevedoCases are rising, risks are real — here's how to protect yourself and your family now.
Read moreHow One Family's Private Mansion Became a Town's Most Treasured Secret
Ralph AcevedoHow one family's private estate became the heart of a community's living history.
Read moreBrandon's Wild Week: Sun, Wind & Rain — Will Your Weekend Plans Survive?
Ralph AcevedoSun, wind, and rain ahead — here's what Brandon residents need to know before the weekend.
Read more☀️ Brandon's Sunshine Won't Last — Brace for a Wet Weekend Surprise!
Ralph AcevedoClear days won't last — find out when the rain moves in and how to plan your weekend ahead.
Read moreLost and Found: The Secret From Brandon's Past That Changes Everything
Ralph AcevedoA long-lost treasure resurfaces, bringing memories, mystery, and meaning back where they belong.
Read moreFrom Struggling Student to Star Teacher: One Woman's Stunning Full-Circle Triumph!
Ralph AcevedoOnce a struggling student, Sidney O'Sullivan now inspires the classroom that shaped her.
Read moreBrandon's Halloween Madness: Spooky Costumes, Wild Events & Family Thrills Await!
Ralph AcevedoTricks, treats, and local traditions — here's how Brandon is celebrating the spookiest night of the year!
Read moreBrandon Blvd. Chaos: Is the End Finally Near — or Just Getting Started?
Ralph AcevedoLanes are open, but the work isn't over — here's what's still coming your way.
Read moreBrandon's Old Middle School Is Getting a Wild Makeover — And It's Not What You'd Expect
Ralph AcevedoEmpty Hallways, New Beginnings: How McLane's Walls Are Being Reimagined for Families
Read moreElection Day Is Approaching: What Brandon Voters Need to Know
Ralph AcevedoFrom early voting locations to mail-ballot deadlines, here's how to prepare for the November 3 general election.
Read moreSmall Voice, Big Impact: Brandon Fourth-Grader Honored for Standing Up Against Bullying
Ralph AcevedoLimona Elementary student Nariah Rivera receives county recognition for helping children build friendships and promoting kindness through creative activities.
Read moreThree Generations of Vietnamese Cooking Find a Home in Brandon
Ralph AcevedoAt Tada's Kitchen on Causeway Boulevard, family recipes and culinary traditions are at the heart of the menu.
Read moreA Shelter Under Pressure: Hundreds of Dogs Need Homes in Hillsborough County
Ralph AcevedoWith dog populations reaching a five-year high, the county's Pet Resource Center is asking residents to consider adoption or fostering.
Read moreWhen Orange Groves Gave Way to Neighborhoods: Brandon's Changing Landscape
Ralph AcevedoBefore subdivisions and shopping centers transformed the area, citrus groves, farms, and packing houses helped shape everyday life in Brandon.
Read moreSunshine to Start the Week, Rain Chances Increase by Friday
Ralph AcevedoBrandon residents can expect a warm, mostly sunny start to the week, with afternoon temperatures reaching the upper 80s and around 90 degrees before rain chances increase heading into the weekend. Tuesday through Thursday should offer generally favorable conditions for outdoor activities. Friday brings the greatest concern for thunderstorms, while scattered showers remain possible Sunday and Monday. Weather Watch Friday presents the highest thunderstorm potential in this forecast, with locally heavy rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds possible. Residents should monitor changing conditions before outdoor activities. Planning Ahead The first half of the week offers the best opportunity for outdoor plans. Temperatures will remain warm, so staying hydrated is important. Residents planning weekend activities should keep an umbrella handy and consider an indoor alternative.
Read more7 Days with Brandon: What the Forecast Didn't Predict Will Leave You Speechless
Ralph AcevedoWhat's ahead for Brandon? Sun, storms, or surprises — your full week of weather, revealed.
Read moreYour Perfect Pup Is Waiting in Brandon — Will You Be the One to Rescue Them?
Ralph AcevedoMeet your perfect match — loving dogs in need of forever homes are just one visit away.
Read moreThe House That Watched Brandon Grow
Ralph AcevedoNearly 150 years ago, a member of the Brandon family built his home beside what would become Brandon Boulevard. The road changed. The community changed. Remarkably, the house survived.
Read moreMaking Bloomingdale Safer: County Targets a High-Injury Corridor
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Read moreMedicare Open Enrollment: Brandon Seniors Unlock Free Help Before It's Too Late!
Ralph AcevedoDon't Miss Out: Free Local Experts Are Ready to Help You Find the Best Medicare Plan
Read moreFrom Dreams to Doorsteps: Brandon Moms Defy the Odds and Claim Their Keys!
Ralph AcevedoFrom struggle to stability — how two determined moms turned their dream of ownership into reality.
Read moreBrace Yourself: A Week of Wild Weather Is About to Shake Things Up!
Ralph AcevedoWet weather is making a comeback — here's what to expect and when to brace for storms.
Read moreThe Tiny Girl Who Ruled the Streets: How One Child Brought a City to a Halt
Ralph AcevedoOne child's presence halted a bustling street — but her story was just beginning.
Read moreHalf a Century of Selfless Tuesdays: The Unstoppable Volunteers Brandon Can't Live Without
Ralph AcevedoHalf a century of selfless Tuesdays — meet the dedicated few who never stopped giving back.
Read moreVeterans: The Hidden Benefits You Fought For — Are You Being Denied?
Ralph AcevedoMillions of veterans leave benefits unclaimed — discover what's yours before it's too late.
Read moreDrones Over Hillsborough: Could the Sky Become Your Lifeline in 3 Minutes?
Ralph AcevedoRacing against death, these drones could redefine emergency medicine—one drop at a time.
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