Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Sinkholes in Seffner have made national news this year following the tragic death of a man swallowed up by a sinkhole in his bedroom at 240 Faithway Drive.
Sinkholes in Seffner have made national news this year following the tragic death of Jeffrey Bush, who was swallowed up by a sinkhole in his bedroom at 240 Faithway Drive on Feb. 28. At its May 9 luncheon meeting at the First Baptist Church of Mango, the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce is set to provide information about sinkholes in a presentation offered by Helicon Foundation Repair. Attendees will "learn about the types of sinkholes," how "to recognize the signs of sinkholes" and "to understand the methods for repairing sinkholes." For information about the Seffner chamber and Seffner chamber membership, call: 813-627-8686.
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Support was strong and swift from the Facebook and Greater Brandon area small-business communities for The Simple Life Outfitters of Valrico, in its logo battle with Bass Pro Shops. That legal challenge reportedly has come to an end.
Reaction to the legal challenge from Bass Pro Shops over the use of a logo by The Simple Life Outfitters, a small mom-and-pop storefront in Valrico, was swift and harsh from the Greater Brandon small business community. “I’m just infuriated that a big corporation would come in and bully a small business owner,” said Tammy Morningstar of Morningstar Electric, who with her husband, Ken, in 2012 received major small business awards from both the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce. “A little mom-and-pop shop is not competition to a big corporation like that." Apparently, Johnny Morris, the founder and owner of Bass Pro Shops, agrees. According to a TBO. com report, Morris visited Simple …
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Lori Libhart serves as board president for both the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce and the Emergency Care Help Organization (ECHO) in Brandon. That’s in addition to her day job, as CEO of LossBusters.
How does one volunteer end up wearing two hats as the board president of two nonprofit organizations in the Greater Brandon area? "It kind of slides up on you," said Lori Libhart, who is doing just that, as president of both the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce and the Emergency Care Help Organization (ECHO) in Brandon. For Libhart, helping small businesses grow and helping people in emergency situations are part and parcel of what drives her to be active in the community, across many platforms. For years, too, she has worked with the Greater Seffner Area Relay For Life, for which she most recently chaired the team development team. For next year's relay, she is assisting with the survivors' dinner. With her husband, Libby, the …
Sunday, November 11, 2012
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce recognized eight member anniversaries and welcomed new members at the group's November luncheon meeting.
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed and recognized new and old members at the group's November luncheon Nov. 8 at the First Baptist Church of Mango. Chamber members in October celebrated Thanksgiving Day so in November, at its regular monthly meeting, it could commemorate Veterans Day, hearing from a MacDill Air Force Base representative about life in the military and ways to support a soldier and the family he or she leaves behind. Also at the November meeting, chamber president Lori Libhart recognized the following member anniversaries: Recognized also at the November meeting were the chamber's newest members: ______________ Don't miss out on Brandon Patch news, with posts like this delivered to your inbox or …
Friday, November 9, 2012
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce met Nov. 8 at the First Baptist Church of Mango for its regular monthly meeting and heard from a major at MacDill Air Force Base in commemoration of Veterans Day.
The Greater Seffner Chamber of Commerce in October celebrated Thanksgiving Day so in November, at its regular monthly meeting, it could commemorate Veterans Day. At the First Bapist Church of Brandon on Nov. 8, Jorge "Chris" Rodriguez, a major at the MacDill Air Force Base Chief, Wing Intelligence, 6th Air Mobility Wing, spoke to members about life in the military. "I've very thankful for the things the military allows you to do," he said. "I'm very thankful for what the military allows you to be. I'm very thankful for what the military allow you to provide for your family and your community." In his talk, Rodriguez spoke as well about the sacrifices it takes to live the life of a soldier, as well as the life of a military spouse and …
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
A fundraiser banquet on behalf of the 2013 Seffner Relay For Life will feature "A History of Broadway," presented by actors from Stagedoor Performing Arts. A yard sale in October also will benefit the American Cancer Society's cause to fight cancer.
A dinner theater performance and buffet dinner is on tap for The Regent in Riverview, at the Oct. 3 fundraiser banquet for the 2013 Seffner Relay For Life at Armwood High School. "All proceeds go to the Seffner Relay for Life teams to help the American Cancer Society put an end to cancer," notes the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce in an announcement for the event. "Bring the whole family for an enjoyable evening." Last year's Seffner/Dover Relay For Life broke its record, raising more than $35,000 for the American Cancer Society, for its first-ever Relay at Armwood High School. In years past, the event was held at Burnett, the only Tampa Bay area Relay held at a middle school. Entertainment will be provided by the community …
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce at its annual banquet Sept. 11 announced the recipients of four Chamber Choice Awards. See who won for best business, non-profit and chamber member. Also, for community service.
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet on Sept. 11, a chance to celebrate as well Patriot Day, "by remembering those who died or were injured during the attacks of 9/11." Billed as "an evening of elegance, appreciation and memories," the night also afforded an opportunity to announce and recognize the recipients of four Chamber Choice Awards. The awards are given at the annual banquet to Business of the Year, Non-Profit Organization of the Year and Chamber Member of the Year. Also announced is the Sharon Carter Community Service Award. The Sharon Carter Community Service Awardgiven to "an individual who has provided outstanding service to the areas served by" the chamber. The award recipient does not have …
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
The 2012 annual banquet of the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce is set for Sept. 11, at which time the winners of four Chamber Choice Awards will be announced.
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce is set to hold its annual banquet on Sept. 11, a chance to celebrate as well Patriot Day, "by remembering those who died or were injured during the attacks of 9/11." Billed as "an evening of elegance, appreciation and memories," the night also is a chance to announce and recognize the recipients of four Chamber Choice Awards. The awards are given at the annual banquet to Business of the Year, Non-Profit Organization of the Year and Member of the Year. Also given is the Sharon Carter Community Service Award, given to "an individual who has provided outstanding service to the areas served by" the chamber. The award recipient does not have to be a chamber member. The award for non-profit …
Friday, August 3, 2012
Elections for the board of directors for the Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce are set for Aug. 9. Also due that day are nominations for the 2012 Chamber Choice Awards. The Sept. 11 banquet will pay tribute as well to Patriot Day.
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce is set to hold its annual banquet on Sept. 11, a chance to celebrate as well Patriot Day, "by remembering those who died or were injured during the attacks of 9/11." So reads the announcement from Lori Libhart, chamber president, who notes as well the Aug. 9 deadline for nominations for the four Chamber Choice Awards. The awards are given at the annual banquet to Business of the Year, Non-Profit Organization of the Year and Member of the Year. Also given is the Sharon Carter Community Service Award, given to "an individual who has provided outstanding service to the areas served by" the chamber. The award recipient does not have to be a chamber member. The award for non-profit organization is …
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce meets July 25 in Brandon for a breakfast meeting on business networking. The Purdy Law firm hosts an open house July 24 in the historic building it renovated and moved into.
The Greater Seffner Area Chamber of Commerce's focus on networking continues in July with a meeting preceded by an open house and ribbon-cutting for the Purdy Law firm, which has renovated and moved into one of Seffner's historic buildings. The 1 p.m. ribbon-cutting is scheduled for July 24 at 1401 Lenna Ave. in Seffner. The open house runs from noon to 7 p.m. On July 25, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., the "Get Down to Business" breakfast at 320 South Lakewood Drive in Brandon will be facilitated by Libby Libhart, president of the LossBusters division of the LL Training and Consultant Group. Chef Phil, of Delaney Creek Lodge, will cook up a breakfast. The cost for the breakfast is $5. The meeting is to include "business education, brainstorming …
Elizabeth Belcher
3:34 pm on Monday, January 14, 2013
Bass Pro Shop Johnny Morris was probably not aware of the lawsuit because he is too busy fighting an EEO lawsuit. more ›