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In today's newsletter:
- How a Riverview Marine Corps group is shaping young Eagle Scouts
- Riverview parents: Could FLVS clubs be your child’s social lifeline?
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Friday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 74 degrees.
🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, temps: high: 92, low: 74.
- Sunday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 90 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Riverview Marine Corps detachment salutes young Eagle Scout as family tradition grows (observernews.net) — A Riverview-based Marine Corps League detachment recently honored 15-year-old Eagle Scout Zachary Harris with a challenge coin and citizenship certificate, underscoring ties between local Scouts and veterans. The Durant High junior’s project built a tortoise habitat at a Valrico farm, while his younger brother is already planning his own Eagle journey. Riverview families can also learn about the detachment’s Young Marines youth program.

• 80 Clubs And Counting: FLVS Connects Online Learners (ospreyobserver.com) — Riverview families considering online schooling might be surprised how social Florida Virtual School can be, with more than 80 clubs and regular in-person events. At a recent Orlando awards gathering, students from Hillsborough County and across Florida showcased performances, leadership, and academic projects. Local parents can explore clubs ranging from robotics to Spanish Honor Society, all designed to keep virtual learners connected.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Friday June 12
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Friends of the Riverview Public Library Book Sale →
Riverview Public Library, 9951 Balm Riverview Rd, Riverview
1:00 pm
Saturday June 13
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Sensory Friendly Screening | AMC The Regency 20 – Brandon, FL →
AMC The Regency 20, 2496 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon
11:00 am
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J.F. Kicks Comedy Showcase →
JF Kicks Restaurant & Patio Bar, 3345 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico
10:00 pm
Sunday June 14
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Oh So Rustic’s Brandon Summer Kick-Off Market →
Oh So Rustic, 788 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon
10:00 am
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The Exotic Brunch →
Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co., 3632 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico
11:00 am
Monday June 15
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Toddler Time →
Bloomingdale Regional Public Library, 1906 E Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico
10:15 am
Tuesday June 16
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The Journey West →
Brandon Regional Library, 619 Vonderburg Dr, Brandon
3:00 pm
Wednesday June 17
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Family Story Time →
78th Street Community Library, 7625 Palm River Rd, Tampa
2:00 pm
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ABC Apollo Beach Premium Wine Tasting Experience →
ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, 6178 N U.S. Hwy 41, Apollo Beach
5:30 pm
Thursday June 18
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Alzheimer Association's In-Person Caregiver... →
Wimauma Senior Center, 16621 Lagoon Shore Blvd, Wimauma
3:00 pm
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Alzheimer Association's In-Person Caregiver Support Group. →
Wimauma Senior Center, 16621 Lagoon Shore Blvd, Wimauma
3:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I have an oversize walker that I no longer am using trying to find somebody who would like it as there is absolutely nothing wrong with it and it is in excellent shape.
Does anybody know where I could drop it off for someone who could use it. (Nextdoor River View)
- Any plumber recommendations?
I think my main sewer line is severely clogged. When I flush the toilet, water comes up from the shower and water is leaking from the base of the… (Nextdoor Summerfield-Big Bend)
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Target posted a job opening for General Merchandise, Closing, Fulfillment (T2235) in Riverview. Apply here.
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The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier in Riverview. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Riverview here.
🗞 Nearby News
Apollo Beach
- Verano Customer Care Specialist I in Apollo Beach, FL (masslive.com)
- ‘Most severe case we've ever seen': Sea turtle makes remarkable recovery from injury at Florida Aquarium (wfla.com)
- David Dwight Reynolds, 69 (news-banner.com)
Brandon
- Graze Craze Elevates Charcuterie With Artful Boards And Workshops (ospreyobserver.com)
- Eye On Business — Riverview, June 2026 (ospreyobserver.com)
- Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in Polk and Hillsborough counties Wednesday evening (tampabay.com)
Tampa
- Tallahassee Coffee Chain Eyes Move Into Tampa Bay Area: Reports (patch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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