Florida Sentinel Bulletin

HISTORIC YBOR CITY CORVETTE CAR SHOW

               More than 100 vehicles were entered in the Historic Ybor City Corvette Car Show held on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Proceeds from the first-time event were to benefit the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, and St. Peter Claver Catholic School. Mayor Jane Castor and State Representative Dianne Hart are shown with organizer, Marvin Knight and members of the Positive Images Committee, who hosted the event. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

HART DRIVERS HONORED AT MILLION MILE AWARDS LUNCHEON

               Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) held its Million Mile Safe Driver Awards Luncheon last week. The luncheon recognized the 2018 One Million Mile Award recipients, the Streetcar One Million Mile Awardee, and the Two Million Mile Awardees. Those honored were: One Million Miles of Safe Driving – Robert Baker, Sabrina Brown Mills, Fernando Burga, Rafael Collazo, Crystal Edwards, Debra Eskridge, George Freeman, Bernier Lalime, Gregory Lester, Carlos Martinez, Dwight Phillips, Gabriel Siragusa and Manuel Tejada. Streetcar awardee: Rafael Rosado; and two million mile awardees, Philip Burgos, Rafael Camacho and Ronald Watkins. (Photograph courtesy of HART)

RETIRING FROM HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY AFTER 33 YEARS

               Mrs. Marilyn Dupree celebrated her retirement from Hillsborough County with more than 100 family members and friends. The celebration of 33 years was held at the Chic Venue. In addition to her husband, Larry Dupree, daughters and son-in-law, Mrs. Dupree is joined by her sisters and brother. From left are: Daisy Akiboh, Betty Jones, Mrs. Dupree, Lorraine Wiley and Julia Love. (Photograph by Julia Jackson)

MIDDLETON HIGH CLASS OF 1959 HAS 60^th REUNION

         Members of the Middleton High School Class of 1959 gathered Aug. 2 through 5 at the Hampton Inn Airport/Westshore for their 60^thReunion.   The reunion theme was “Painting Beautiful Pictures As We Move Forward.” There were several activities. Among those who attended this all-white event were: front row, left to right: Olivia Carmichael Brown, Florence Reeves, Eloise Smith, Novelar Cherry, Gloria Austin, Dr. Ernestine Anderson Glenn, Gloridine McNair, and Joyce Stokes. Second row, left to right: Brenda Thompson, Virginia Arnao, Bettye Gatlin, Carolyn Miller, Nathleen Nix, Lavern Latson, Mary Staples, Dr. Deloris Essou, Dora Dixon, Alberta Ellison and Dorothy Paige. On the third row, from left are: Henry Brown, Leroy Twiggs, Michael Gilbert and Ernest Collins. (Photograph by Frederick Harris)

CITY OF TAMPA BLACK HISTORY COMMITTEE SERVES COMMUNITY

         The City of Tampa Black History Committee recently presented scholarships to several graduating seniors. Throughout the year, the committee hosts several events as fundraisers to support the scholarships. In February, the committee hosts a themed Black History Month program, and in May the golf tournament. The group  at the recent presentation of scholarships includes, from left to right: Cheryl Bright, City Of Tampa Black History Committee (COTBHC) Member; Sonya Little, COTBHC Advisor; Genette Keely, Volunteer; Wanda Thompson, COTBHC Parliamentarian; LaChone Dock, COTBHC Asst. Treasurer; Arthur Parker, Member; Vyone Clendinen, Member; Katrina House, COTBHC Vice President; Debbie Mercer, Treasurer; Mayor Jane Castor, Celeste Gibbons-Peoples,  COTBHC President; Regina Lock-DePass, Member; Shawn-Ta Wilson, Member; Frank Woodard, Member; and Mark Wilfalk, COTBHC Member. (PHOTOGRAPH BY BRUNSON)

DISCIPLES OF CHRIST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, INC. RIBBON CUTTING SERVICE

                  The Disciples of Christ Christian Fellowship, Inc., held a ribbon cutting service to the doors of its new facility. The church building is Phase 1 of its planned 11,000 square feet campus. They will be having dedication services each weekend through September 7^th, 1 p. m. on Saturdays, and 11 a. m. on Sundays. Rev. Kenneth and First Lady Mary Jo McKay are joined by several families for the ribbon cutting: Glenis Young, Deacon Michael Levy, and members of the Holder, Bowen, Parker and Odom families. (Photograph by Julia Jackson)

CLASSMATE AND FAMILY MEET WITH LIONEL RICHIE AFTER CONCERT

                  Grammy-award winner Lionel Richie, center, was in town in concert at Amalie Arena recently. Richie has been touring several cities around the country. When he stopped in Tampa, he spent time with his Tuskegee, AL high school and college classmate, retired commercial pilot Wesley Collins, and his family. The two were also classmates of radio voice, Tom Joyner. From left, are: Andrew and Lisa Boone (Collins’ niece), Collins, his wife, Jean Collins; and another niece, Sheila Wayne. (Photograph by Julia Jackson)

MAYOR’S AFRICAN-AMERICAN ADVISORY COUNCIL PRESENTS CARLA LEWIS SCHOLARSHIP

                  A recent graduate, who plans to study at Florida A&M University, recently received the Carla Lewis Scholarship from the Mayor’s African- American Advisory Council. The presentation was made this past Monday (August 5^th) in the Mayor’s Conference Room. The honoree, Kierra Jenkins (holding $1,000 check) is shown with Mayor Jane Castor, left, and members of the Lewis family: Ariel Fields, Allison Lewis, Sr., Allison Lewis, Jr., Betty Lewis, Allan Lewis, Ja’Keyla Ross, Sharnice Cox, and George Lewis. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT TO KICK OFF NEW SCHOOL YEAR

                  Staff and members of Heaven To Earth Worship Center hosted their 3^rdAnnual Back To School Give-A-Way for the community. The event was held at the Worship Center on Saturday. In addition to school supplies, they also gave away food and clothing. Those who assisted with the community event are from left to right: Daniel Powell, Jr., Esther Powell, Daniel Powell, Sr., Pastor, Kamillia Jefferies-Dunn, Steve Marshall and Stephanie Tucker. (Photograph by BRUNSON)