FOCUSTV

Get Connected – July 26, 2012
FOCUS Magazine and Brandon Chamber of Commerce Business Networking Mixer. More...

CASH Mob – Simple Life Outfitters
FOCUS Magazine and the Brandon Chamber Cash Mob at Simple Life Outfitters. More...
Interview

May 2013 Spotlight
When Bland Eng, the new CEO of Brandon Regional Hospital, assumed the administrative reins in January 2012, he made several personal commitments. One of them was that the community would see a substantial difference in the delivery of a variety of hospital services – in particular the ER. More...
Feature

April 2013 Feature
Throughout the late 80s and early 90s, Dottie Berger MacKinnon hesitated to pick up a newspaper or tune into local news programs, afraid she might discover yet another case of child cruelty. In fact, during that time, MacKinnon learned about six cases of abuse from a mother, father, or other caregiver that resulted in a child’s death. She could no longer sit back and let these tragic events destroy such young lives. More...
Dining

Square 1 Burgers and Bar
It’s easy to get hooked on the burgers at Square 1 Burgers and Bar in Brandon. My first bite told me I was eating real beef, the kind we used to take for granted. The reason is that Joanie Corneil, President and Executive Chef of the boldly decorated restaurant, uses only Meyer’s 100% Natural Red Angus Beef from Montana. More...
Business

Big Frog Custom T-Shirts
Getting paid to have fun is something most people only dream of. However, this is exactly what Big Frog Custom T-Shirts franchise owners Karen and Gerald Ayers seem to have accomplished. After working in the telecommunications business for 30 years, the Ayers decided to leave the corporate world and start a franchise. More...
News
Arts Task Force Meeting
The Brandon Community Advantage Center announces an invitation to the citizens of Hillsborough County for the organization of a task force in support of the arts for the community center. More...
LOCAL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL OFFERS SWEET TREATS FREE TO THE PUBLIC TO SUPPORT CAMP ABLE
Christian camp for children with special needs is presented with $947, raised by giving away Tootsie Rolls! More...
Toast the Decades
On October 21, 2011 3pm-11pm in support of our friend. Entry fee is $10 includes free drink 10% off your meal @ O’Brien’s between now and event night, advance purchase allows entry to win 45” flat screen TV. The evening will provide a great family fun experience as we celebrate the favorite music hits of the 1900’s, plus much activity for children. More...
Calendar
Brandon: May 1, 2013 – June 1, 2013
2 Can’t Miss Events
Crawfish Festival
The Rotary Club of Fishhawk Riverview will be sponsoring one of their largest fundraisers of the year—the third annual Crawfish Festival at Fishhawk Ranch on Saturday, May 18 from 11 to 4 p.m. The event will take place at the Fishhawk Ranch Park Square at 16132 Churchview Dr. in Lithia. The Rotary Club is requesting a $15 donation per ticket, which must be purchased by May 10 online at fishhawkriverviewrotary.org. Apart from fresh crawfish straight from Louisiana, other food items will be available for purchase, and children can receive free hotdogs with non-perishable food donations. Families can also enjoy a live performance by a Cajun band, various vendors, and children’s activities. All proceeds collected from the festival will benefit a countless number of local charities and scholarships associated with the Rotary Club.
Taste of Brandon
The 25th annual Brandon Business Expo sponsored by the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce will be held on Thursday, May 16 from 3:30 to 8 p.m. at the Florida State Fairgrounds Special Events Center. Over 200 area exhibitors will be in attendance to showcase what their business has to offer the community. In addition, the “Taste of Brandon” competition will take place during the Expo as businesses vie for the coveted “Best Taste” and “Best Dessert” awards. A $10 advance ticket ($15 at the door) covers the cost for a beverage and all food samples. Purchase your tickets by contacting Suzanne Dowdy at 813-689-1221, ext. 8836 or sdowdy@brandonchamber.com.




