As read here in the Dec. 5 issue of The Observer News, the Wreaths Across America held a wreath laying event on Dec. 14 at the Ruskin Cemetery and a number of other local cemeteries, laying wreaths ...

The iconic and much beloved purveyor of all things floral – Harriet’s Flowers – has closed its doors. But the family members who have worked it for more than five decades have simply decided to take ...

The 5th Annual C.A.R.E. Gift & Wine Fair, held Dec. 7 in the Grand Ballroom at the Del Webb Southshore Falls Clubhouse in Apollo Beach, raised $19,000 for the Critter Adoption and Rescue Effort ...

High praise for the Tampa Bay Festival of Lights and Santa’s Village came in the words of a man who grew up as an orphan, and who in 2025 is set to perform for his 45th and 43rd year, respectively, at ...

Expert woodworking and hand-painted designs mark the post-retirement plan for an Apollo Beach couple, who tap into their respective talents to build and decorate homes and feeders for birds. It ...

We’ve hit the time of the year where students and teachers take a holiday break to relax and refresh to get ready for the new year. This space is usually offering a hoops update for Boys Basketball, ...

As we celebrate Christmas and other end-of year holidays with love, joy and reverence, there are many among us who are suffering and at their wit’s end. They’re sad, lonely, stressed, unhoused, ...

Residents of the Swan Lake Homeowner’s Association recently learned a sad fact of life about the animal world. On Nov. 30, a pair of beautiful, 1-year-old black swans its residents had raised funds to ...

If you’re in the mood for a wonderful evening of lighthearted comedy and entertainment, make plans now to attend A Walk Down Memory Lane, Friday, Jan. 3, at Community Hall and Saturday, Jan. 4, at ...

When asked who is the boss of the family business, Darnell Lee and his two sons immediately pointed to Lolita Lee, wife and mom, who gave a hearty laugh when told of the exchange last week at the ...

Vesta Property Services is kicking off the new year with its Kings Point Business & Wellness Expo, and you’re invited to attend. Admission and parking are free. The Jan. 10 event will take place from ...

The Ninth Annual Tampa Bay Christmas Invitational (TBCI) is back, with Session 2 set to take place from December 27–30, 2024. Held at the premier Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus of Pasco County, this ...