Matthew 14:17 is more than a fishing charter – it’s a Christ-centered enterprise anchored in faith and community service. In addition to in-shore, near-shore and off-shore fishing adventures, the ...

A recently opened retail store called Paws & You in Apollo Beach lives up to its tagline “cool stuff for pets and their people.” Its name and branding suggest a playful, people-and-pet-friendly vibe, ...

William E. Wieland Jr. (Bill), 92, of Apollo Beach, FL, passed away July 22, 2025. He was born on July 27, 1932, in Buffalo, NY. He graduated from Bryant and Stratton Business School in 1953 with ...

If so, take a look at Discover Sarasota Tours (DST) and its air-conditioned Dolly Trolley. Owner Tammy Hauser moved from Minneapolis to Sarasota a decade ago and was surprised that this “tourist town ...

“The whole point is to ensure all families are ready for the start of the new school year, and that means more than giving out food and school supplies,” Thompson said. Covered as well is information ...

Family Animal Hospital in Gibsonton has expanded its team of veterinarians with the addition of Lorena Bertolo, DVM. She joins Drs. Anna Bannon and Kelsey Sparta in providing expert, compassionate ...

Melissa Langlois remembers the build-up, anticipation and eventual unveiling of time capsule contents for display at the Riverview Public Library this month, where one item in particular caught her ...

As housing costs and inflationary pressures rise, the Hillsborough County school district is doubling down on its commitment to student nutrition, providing free breakfast for all students and free ...

Camp Bayou’s 17th annual Back to School – Back to Nature event is from 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 9, at 4140 24th St. SE, Ruskin. It’s a great opportunity for kids to be outdoors, learn about nature and get ...

by theObserver July 24, 2025 July 24, 2025 Frank J. Fogel July 1, 1937 – June 20, 2025 Frank J. Fogel, of Sun City Center (SCC), FL, and formerly of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on June 20 ...

A diamond has replaced what previously was an orange grove and a plant nursery in the middle of nowhere, about 10 miles east of Wimauma and about four miles east of the sprawling, rural community of ...

The proud tradition of the Greater Brandon Fourth of July Parade overcame a last-minute hiccup as its organizers ready the field for a march that includes units and floats from the Greater Riverview ...