Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 89 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 75.
Sunday: Cloudy, a thunderstorm; humid, with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Obituaries 10.08.26 (plantcityobserver.com) — Brandon residents are being notified of the passing of 80-year-old Carol Simmons Adcock of Brandon, who died peacefully surrounded by family. The obituary list also includes several longtime residents from nearby communities such as Duette, Lithia, and Lakeland. Friends and neighbors are invited to share condolences online through the funeral home's website.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Has anyone ever had a run in with Kennel cough with their pup ? What does it sound like and look like and what helped ? (Nextdoor Villa Place)
Does anyone know of any construction safety jobs hiring in the Tampa area that don't require traveling and overnight stays? I have my OSHA 510. I'm trying to get an entry-level position as a safety tech or safety admin. It's been hard, but I'm looking so if anyone knows of… (Nextdoor Villa Place)
Sam's Club posted a job opening for Freezer, Cooler and Deli Stocker Associate in Brandon. Apply here.
LongHorn Steakhouse posted a job opening for Bartender in Brandon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brandon here.
🗞 Nearby News
South Tampa
V Modern Italian is the second restaurant to open in Tampa's new Rome Collective (tampabay.com)
7 Florida Seafood Shacks Where The Grouper Comes Blackened And Stacked On A Bun (travelmag.com)
Hillsborough, Pinellas add to dengue tally as mosquito fight continues (wusf.org)
Valrico
Christian Brothers Automotive Hosts Free Service Day For Local Families (ospreyobserver.com)
A Publix sold Wednesday's only six-figure Florida Lottery draw ticket (miamiherald.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: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!