The Latest Breaking News from Brandon

"Let's Go Brandon" T-Shirts Can Be Barred from Middle School on Grounds of Vulgarity

Before we get to Brandon, let's detour to Bethel School Dist. No. 403 v. Fraser (1986). Matthew Fraser gave this nomination speech for a friend who was running for high school vice-president: I know a man who is firm—he's firm in his pants, he's firm in his shirt, his character…

Reason · Aug 23, 2024

Florida concealed carry goes permitless, and gun instructors hope for the best

BRANDON, Fla. — Firearms instructor Brent Adair entered the windowless room behind the modest gun shop and greeted all three students waiting for his 11:30 a.m. concealed carry class.

Tribune News Service · Apr 6, 2023

On Gardening: Superbells Prism Pink Lemonade garners Classic City Award

One of my favorite green business operations I follow on Facebook is Rivers Greenhouse and Garden in Brandon, Mississippi. They have a wholesale greenhouse operation and a retail garden center a couple of miles away. They are the most picturesque destination out in the country if you ever find yourself…

Tribune News Service · Mar 30, 2023

John Romano: Say goodbye to Ondrej Palat, and hello to a different Lightning future

BRANDON, Fla. — Eventually has arrived. Inevitable is finally here.

Tribune News Service · Jul 14, 2022

Brandon fire: Fire crews battle massive factory fire at recycling centre

A number of residents say their cars have been covered in ash from the fire at a commercial building, with a number of local businesses evacuated as a precaution

Daily Mirror · Jul 13, 2022

On a sunny day in a Tampa park, LGBTQ couples got married. It was nice

TAMPA, Fla. — Shiine and Angel Thompson met at a sorority event and had their first date at a Brandon, Florida, bowling alley.

Tribune News Service · Jun 7, 2022

Lightning’s second line tasked with tough matchup vs. Maple Leafs

BRANDON, Fla. — The Lightning had one distinct advantage playing on home ice for the first time this postseason: the last line change, allowing them to create favorable matchups with Toronto.

Tribune News Service · May 7, 2022

Caught Fish: Mississippi Angler Nets Biggest Catfish In States History

Eugene Cronley, from the city of Brandon, caught the 131-lb whopper in the Mississippi River on April 7th.

Zenger · Apr 15, 2022

VIDEO: Shooting Outside Florida Mall After Gun Suspects Rob Undercover Cop

No injuries reported as one person arrested, search for accomplice ongoing. 

Zenger · Jan 25, 2022