Hollywood Trading Post Grand Opening
By Tony Heard
HOLLYWOOD — The vision came alive on Oct. 18 for the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc. It’s always good to see hard work pay off, and for lots of people in many departments, that became a reality as The Seminole Tribe of Florida Inc. opened up the Hollywood Trading Post. (continue...)
Brighton Celebrates Red Ribbon Week
By Emma Brown
BRIGHTON — Red Ribbon Week is the most far-reaching and well-known drug prevention event in America. Schools, clubs and organizations, communities, and citizens nationwide participate in this weeklong celebration each year in hopes of reaching and impacting the lives of many and educating them on the effects of drug addiction. (continue...)
Okeechobee High’s Rodeo Team Competes in Two Day Event
By Emma Brown
BRANFORD, FL — The Okeechobee High School’s rodeo team traveled to Branford, Fla., Near the Georgia state line, to compete in a two day rodeo. This event took place the weekend of Oct. 7 and 8. (continue...)
Florida’s First Lady Visits BC
By Janice Billie
BIG CYPRESS — On Oct. 4 First Lady Columba Bush was an honored guest at the Big Cypress Seminole reservation. The visit was a result of an invitation extended by Director of Museums Tina M. Osceola. After a visit to the Florida House in Washington D.C., Osceola noted that contributions from the Seminole Tribe would add to the presentation of Florida’s “embassy” in the nation’s capitol. (continue...)
Preschool Gets Fired Up About Safety
By Jessica Young
HOLLYWOOD — Everyone knows how important it is to educate preschoolers on safety. Learning basic safety rules at a young age ensures their knowledge and ability to respond appropriately in an emergency situation. (continue...)
Elder Affairs Dept. Celebrates Senior’s October Birthdays
Submitted by Lola Juarez
YBOR CITY, FL — The department of Elder Affairs hosted a small birthday bash for the Tampa seniors whose birthdays fall in the month of October. The four celebrating birthdays were: Jane Osceola, Annie Henry, Maggie Garcia and Peggy Cubis. (continue...)