Lutz entrepreneur watches product in Beijing
Steve Toll, of Lutz and www.ismseat.com, shows how his bike seat design supports the weight of a bicyclist on the “sit” bones. Toll’s product is now being used and sold around the world. One of its users just won a silver medal in Beijing. Staff photo by Keith Carson. See complete story HERE.
We have added a special topic on our Nature page just for News in Agriculture. We know that as much as everyone talks about us being a ‘destination station’ farming and all things agriculture are just as important. Check it out HERE.
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Northdale man, 24, arrested for cell phone fraud to get bonuses
A Northdale/Carrollwood man was arrested, accused of swiping people’s Social Security numbers to open 10 cell phone accounts to collect the commissions while he worked for a camera and cell phone provider at University Mall ...
T&C condos’ nude pool: clothing optional, adults only
A rental community that is beginning to convert to condominiums in Town ‘N Country is finalizing plans for a nude pool that will bring a piece of Las Vegas resorts to its residents.
Family and fans alike congratulated their Citrus Park Little League during their homecoming celebration from Williamsport, Pa., Tuesday, Aug. 26, at Wild Wing Cafe. The local group of 11- and 12-year-old ballplayers came within one game of becoming the fourth Tampa Bay area team to play for the Little League World Series championship. A 6-1 loss to Louisiana, however, ended their season in Thursday’s semifinals at Williamsport, Pa. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff multimedia package by Keith Carson.
Westgate wins 45-14 Check back for multimedia and outtakes
Westgate Christian Patriot Andrew Reyes returns a kickoff for one of four touchdowns he made Monday, Aug. 25 at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex. Westgate won 45-14. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
Raising money for needy pets
Humane Society’s Rose Sullivan sits with Brutus, a rescued Chocolate Labrador, and Russ Crawford, both of Lutz, with Sophie, a Labrador, during a carwash fund-raiser at the L.A. Fitness location at 17631 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. in Lutz. For more information visit www.nationalhumane.com or contact Rose Sullivan at (813) 766-1246. Staff photo by Keith Carson. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
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PETS
Flower of Lutz
Flower is a female Pembroke Welsh Corgi who lives in Lutz. She likes anyone who will give her food. She also likes stuffed animals. But Flower dislikes motorcycles. Her funniest moment: “When she was first visiting my best friend's house she ran straight into her mirrored closet thinking it was another room,” says Sarah Moyer. “Flower only 1 1/2 and is probably the most outgoing dog you will ever meet. She is also the most wonderful best friend and the most caring dog. She loves life, and every time you see her you cannot resist smiling. She has a cat named Chewbacca as a best friend, and will make friends with any animal that she meets.”
Walk to Run now open
Owner Lynn Gray, of Carrollwood and RRCA Certified Coach, holds her book “FIT and FASTER” 100 workouts for Walkers and Runners, during the grand opening of her business Walk to Run. Walk to Run is located at 7620 Gunn Highway. Visit www.TheFirstStepPrograms.com for more information, or call (813) 481-9310. Check out more photos and buy prints
HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
Betsy Dillon gets ready
Sixth-grade math teacher, Betsy Dillon, of Citrus Park, prepares her board Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Martinez Middle School before Camp Mustang, a two and a half hour orientation. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
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Yes you can says Vicki
Sickles’ sophomore Vicki Quinero, of Odessa and vice president of the Active Civic Engagement Service Club, holds up material Thursday, Aug. 14, during a voter registration drive amongst the crowds of Sickles’ students attending the orientation. “If you’re 17 you can register to vote,” yelled Quinero over the crowd noise. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
Elisabeth donates hair to Locks
Girl Scout Troop 239 member Elisabeth Derby, 10, of Lutz, is shown her 10-inch lock that Beth Gomez, of Carrollwood and Great Clips at Fletcher Avenue and Dale Mabry Highway, just cut Saturday during Locks of Love Day at Bucs and Bulls Heaven. Prizes were given for the longest ponytail. We’re looking for more scout news, if you are in scouting, boy or girl, send us your event at news@cnewspubs.com. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
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Frannie the manatee released
Members of Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission gather around Frannie, a young female manatee, before they release her into the Alafia River Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the Williams Park boat ramp. According to the zoo, the manatee is nicknamed Frannie after being found near the Howard Frankland Bridge in Pinellas County. The young female was rescued by FWC and brought to the zoo in June after she became entangled in a channel marker and four crab traps. After removal of the lines, she recovered well and is now healthy and conditioned for release. Frannie weighed 525 pounds at the time of her rescue and has grown to 640 pounds at her recent pre-release physical. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
Rain or shine the groundbreaking went on
In hard hats, Pat Bean, Hillsborough County Administrator, (left to right) County Commissioner Chairman Ken Hagan, commissioner Kevin White, Library Services Department Director Joe Stines, and James Martin Jr., library services board chair break ground on the new North Tampa Branch Library at 8916 North Blvd Thursday, Aug. 14, during the groundbreaking ceremony. The skies opened and rain hurried the ceremony. Check out more photos and buy prints HERE. Staff photo by Keith Carson.
