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Veterans Day

Friday, November 9, 2012

Seffner Chamber Commemorates Veterans Day at November Meeting

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 …

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Most Brandon Schools Close for Veterans Day

The national holiday is Monday, Nov. 12 this year.

  As people across America recognize men and women who have served in the armed forces, students in Brandon schools will get a day off. All Hillsborough County Public Schools are closed Monday, Nov. 12, in observance of the holiday. Most Hillsborough County government offices will also shut down for the day. Lutz students return to class on Tuesday, Nov. 13, but they won’t have to hit the books for too long. The Thanksgiving/Fall Break runs Nov. 19-22, according to the school district’s calendar. Do you do anything special on Veterans Day with your kids? Share your ideas, upcoming events and photos on Brandon Patch!

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