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🌱 Patch AM: Why Bloomingdale is now a dengue emergency zone—and what you must do
Make time for Free Dog Training Class on the Bloomingdale Patch calendar
What's up Bloomingdale! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Bloomingdale is now a dengue emergency zone—and what you must do
- Which Bloomingdale High students just became National Merit semifinalists?
Also on today's calendar: Free Dog Training Class and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Sunshine and some clouds, with a high of 87 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 87, low: 63.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties declare states of emergency to battle dengue fever (wusf.org) — Bloomingdale is one of several Hillsborough neighborhoods getting intensified mosquito spraying as the county declares a state of emergency over dengue fever. Local officials urge residents to dump standing water, use EPA-approved repellents, and wear long sleeves, stressing that government spraying alone can't stop the disease's spread and that every Bloomingdale household must help reduce mosquito breeding sites. 
• Area Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists (ospreyobserver.com) — Bloomingdale High School students Jacob Abraham, Lawrence Derosier, and Emerson Spencer have been named 2027 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, placing them among the nation's top high school scholars. They'll now complete applications, secure recommendations, and meet test score requirements to compete for scholarships, showcasing the strong academic opportunities available to Bloomingdale-area students.
📸 Around Bloomingdale
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bloomingdale
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★ Featured events ★
- Free Dog Training Class →
Elite K9 Service, 2502 Leaning Pine Ln, Plant City
9:30 am
Saturday September 26
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Other local events
- Community Town Hall Meeting on Half-Penny Promise Referendum @ Gait
Kingswood, 16200 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa
6:00 pm - Community Town Hall Meeting on Half-Penny Promise Referendum @ Hill
Kingswood, 5000 N Central Ave, Tampa
6:00 pm - Breast Cancer Awareness Month Event →
BayCare Medical Group at St. Joseph's Hospital-South, 6901 Simmons Loop, Suite 202, Riverview
5:00 pm - Financial Aid Night @ Spoto High School
Brooker, 8538 Eagle Palm Dr, Riverview
6:00 pm
Tuesday September 29
Thursday October 1
Wednesday October 7
📣 Bloomingdale Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Parents Night Out →
Creative Junk Therapy, 772 West Lumsden Road, Brandon
6:00 pm - Grand Opening: Warby Parker Lithia Crossing →
- Music BINGO 4th SATURDAY 7p | Beef 'O' Brady's - Summerfield Riverview FL →
13326 Lincoln Road, Riverview - Green House Pilates - A Fallen Oak Farms & Club Sweat Experience →
3031 Pearson Road, Valrico
9:30 am - Bowl Turning With Carbide Tools →
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware - Brandon, Brandon
1:00 pm - PETALS AND POURS - Fall Floral Workshop →
Gemma Floral + Wine, 210 South Kings Avenue, Brandon
2:00 pm - Curated by 24C: 2-Year Anniversary Block Party + Night Market →
MAMAS SOUL FOOD, 1013 W Brandon Blvd, BRANDON
4:00 pm - Release & Receive →
Mindfull RooTs at OHHW, 220 West Brandon Blvd, Brandon
4:00 pm
Friday September 25
Saturday September 26
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Bloomingdale PatchAM possible:
- Santini Personal Injury & Car Accident Law — (813) 576-3209
- Refresh - Aesthetics & Wellness — (813) 723-6117
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🗞 Nearby News
Valrico
- Brandon Dental Care Celebrates 60 Years Of Caring For The Community (ospreyobserver.com)
- More than $75K unpaid and a 'sour' ending for Voodoo Brewing Co. (jaxdailyrecord.com)
- Obituaries 09.24.26 (plantcityobserver.com)
Riverview
- Hillsborough County seniors hit the dance floor for prom revival (fox13news.com)
- Runway For A Reason, 'Menopause The Musical' & More (ospreyobserver.com)
- Chamber Hosts Trick Or Treat Street Presented By Hess Orthodontics (ospreyobserver.com)
Tampa
- 11-Time Convicted Felon Fled Traffic Stop, Crashed Into Bus In Tampa, HCSO Says (patch.com)
Ok Bloomingdale! 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: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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