Local News for Fishhawk, Lithia, Valrico, Riverview, Brandon, Plant City, Ruskin, Wimauma & Apollo Beach
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The Week Ahead
Events, new business openings, real estate moves and what's actually happening east of I-75 this week. Plus the Local Board classifieds, now included in every issue.
The Weekend Edition
Where to eat, what to do and the best local picks for the weekend across Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk and Apollo Beach. Also includes the Local Board classifieds in every issue.
The local news the big papers miss.
East of Tampa is written by people who actually live here. We cover the events, restaurants and stories that matter to your neighborhood — not the next county over.
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Truly From Here
Every story is from FishHawk, Lithia, Valrico, Riverview, Brandon, Plant City, Ruskin, Wimauma or Apollo Beach. No filler from Pinellas, Pasco or downtown Tampa.
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Quick & Curated
We read everything so you don't have to. Tight, scannable issues with only the stuff worth your morning coffee.
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