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Good morning Brandon! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
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In today's newsletter:
- See what deputies say happened on Victoria Street in Brandon
- What led to 16 arrests at a Brandon industrial complex?
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 90, low: 78.
- Thursday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 94 and low of 76 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Convicted felon arrested after prowler call in Brandon leads to chase: deputies (wfla.com) — Deputies arrested a convicted felon after a prowler call and foot chase through a Brandon neighborhood on Sunday, near the 700 block of Victoria Street. Hillsborough County deputies say they found the man hiding in nearby woods with burglary tools and over 100 rounds of ammunition, and he now faces ammunition and burglary-tool charges. 
• 'This isn't a video game': Skid marks, burnt rubber cover parking lot after street takeover (wfla.com) — State troopers broke up a late-night street takeover at an industrial complex on East Columbus Drive in Brandon, arresting 16 people and towing multiple cars. Drivers face felony street racing charges and passengers were cited for joining the takeover. Officials warn these gatherings endanger spectators and nearby workers, urging parents and teens to take the risks seriously.
📸 Around Brandon
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Brandon
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- Early Release Day (Students released 1 hour early)
Brooker Brandon, FL 33511
Monday August 24
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Psychometry & Mediumship Group
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
7:00 pm - A Course in Miracles 7:15 pm Zoom only →
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
7:00 pm - Wednesday Wisdom with Jan Coan & Mary Bright
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
11:30 am - Sunnyside Road Traffic Safety Improvement Project Public Meeting →
Temple Terrace, FL Calendar, 202 Bullard Parkway, Temple Terrace
5:30 pm - Wednesday Gathering Meditation & Discussion
Unity of Tampa , 2610 Silver Lake Ave, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
6:30 pm - Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee →
Temple Terrace, FL Calendar Temple Terrace, FL 33617
5:30 pm - ACA Meeting 10:45-11:45 AM →
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
10:30 am - Parent's Night Out - Gibsonton, FL 2026 →
Spurlino Family YMCA at Big Bend Road, 9650 Old Big Bend Rd, Riverview
6:00 pm - R&B Ink & Sip Night | Beginner Tattoo Experience + Wine Tasting (Tampa)8/21 →
Vino Ghvino 21, 1717 S 50th St, Tampa
6:30 pm - the freakin' hooligans →
The Talking Pint Bar & Bistro, 13418 Boyette Rd, Riverview
8:00 pm - Music Bingo - Beat the Heat!
Unity of Tampa Tampa, FL 33609
2:00 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I make Bird Art from different items.
Would anyone be interested in one? DM me if interested. More in comments. Thanks. (Nextdoor Bloomingdale West) - Looking for a dog walker for this coming week starting Wednesday through Friday!!
Our two golden doodles need two short walks morning and afternoons! Please only serious inquiries! We need someone flexible and that loves dogs!… (Nextdoor Providence Lakes)
- Planet Fitness, Inc. posted a job opening for Overnight Closer in Brandon. Apply here.
- Utilities Service, LLC posted a job opening for Production Manager in Brandon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brandon here.
🗞 Nearby News
South Tampa
- South Tampa started to pray for Laine last year. She's still fighting (tampabay.com)
- BayFirst Financial Corp (BAFN) (Q2 2026) Earnings Call Highlight (gurufocus.com)
Valrico
- Black Cat 5K Fun Run, Homeschool Day & More (ospreyobserver.com)
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Seffner
- Restoration 1 Of Tampa Bay Celebrates 10 Years In Community (ospreyobserver.com)
Ok Brandon! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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