Optimists hear from state legislator

SEMINOLE — Following in the footsteps of millions of pilgrims, a group of Seminole Rotarians tackled the ancient trek to Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in an effort to raise funds for Ukrainian refugees in Tampa Bay.

A three-game sweep of longtime rival Seminole, including a pair of 3-2 victories, factored into Osceola’s deep playoff run.

SEMINOLE — Seminole resident Sandy Holloway's 2-acre garden, dubbed Holloway Haven, will be open to the public Sunday, May 19 from noon to 4 p.m. at 11500 74th Ave. N.

Seminole CERT preps for hurricanes

SEMINOLE — Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, but if you are looking to start celebrating a little early this year, the Seminole Recreation Department has you covered.

SEMINOLE — As plans move forward with the development and updating of Seminole’s recreation facilities, one family is concerned that its patriarch is being cast aside.

Raising money for Roses

SEMINOLE — With blue skies and mild temperatures expected for the next few days, the city of Seminole's Recreation Department hopes the community will take part in two family-friendly events planned for this weekend.

Florida skies may not have darkened at the peak of Monday's solar eclipse, but that didn't stop residents from watching in wonder as the moon briefly overtook the sun.

Optimists hear from school officer

As Seminole High’s baseball team strode into TD Ballpark, spring home of the Toronto Blue Jays in Dunedin, it was hard not to consider the possibility of a future appearance at another such stadium, one yielding a far greater prize than a regular-season victory.

SEMINOLE — As the moon begins its slow dance across the sun, one local library is turning the cosmic event into a celebration. 

SEMINOLE — The city’s new recreation master plan, featuring the proposed new construction of a rec center, was well-received at a City Council meeting on March 12.

SEMINOLE — For half a century Joto’s Pizza has been more than just a place to grab a slice — it's been a cornerstone of the community, a cherished gathering spot for families, friends, and newcomers alike.

SEMINOLE — The Seminole business community, decked out for a night at the Oscars, gathered Feb. 24 to celebrate the 59th Greater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce’s awards banquet.

Optimists hold inaugural meeting

SEMINOLE — According to the U.S. Census Bureau, couples who have been married for 70 years represent just one-tenth of 1% off all marriages. Those couples who manage to make it to 75 years of marriage are so rare that there aren’t statistics to represent the milestone.

SEMINOLE — A need for fellowship borne from the isolation brought on by COVID-19 has propelled a Seminole sewing group into international mission work. 

SEMINOLE — Prepare your tastebuds for a winter culinary experience: The Food Truck Rally returns to a new time with more food, drinks and live entertainment.

Seminole Fire Rescue will host an open house at Fire Station 29, 11195 70th Ave., from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4.

SEMINOLE — City Council began its Jan. 23 regular meeting by doling out $5,000 to three local charities.

SEMINOLE — Linda Smock has a bee in her bonnet about pollinators, and she hopes you get one, too.

SEMINOLE — It’s a new year at the Greater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce, which means it’s a time for the annual changing of the guard. New and returning members of the chamber’s board of directors were welcomed and installed during a luncheon in their honor Jan. 11.