Bank joins effort to restore hurricane survivor’s home
TAMPA – Sandra Lawless, a Tampa resident of 50 years, is facing an uphill battle to rebuild her life after Hurricanes Helene and Milton left her home severely damaged.
The storms tore off her roof and caused extensive water damage, filling her house with sludge and the smell of sewage, forcing her to discard nearly all her belongings.
On Jan. 24, Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay, with critical support from TD Bank, was scheduled to provide painting and landscaping for Lawless’ home.
“These storms left so many families displaced and overwhelmed by the extent of needed repairs,” said Jose Garcia, CEO of Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay. “We can’t thank the volunteers and our partners at TD Bank enough for helping us give this family a fresh start.”
Other work includes installing a new kitchen and adding insulation into the home.
“It’s a privilege to contribute to Sandra’s home renovation journey and support Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay’s incredible work in the community as we continue to recover from last year’s hurricanes,” said Scott Daigle, commercial market president of North Florida, TD Bank.
North Tampa Bay Chamber announces award winners
WESLEY CHAPEL – The North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce announced winners of its 2024 Celebrating Excellence Awards.
The following winners were recognized Jan. 16 at PHSC Performing Arts Center:
- Integrity: Pepin Academies.
- Collaboration: Metropolitan Ministries.
- Innovation: Furr Wegman & Banks Architects.
- Inclusivity: Hilton Garden Inn Wesley Chapel.
On the web: northtampabaychamber.com
North Tampa Bay Chamber happenings
LAND O’ LAKES – The North Tampa Bay Chamber will take part in a Business Breakfast, Final Friday networking event and ribbon cutting in the coming days.
- Members celebrate the anniversary of the TriHealth Family Wellness with a ribbon cutting from 4 to 6 p.m. Jan. 30 at 2253 Green Hedges Way, suite 101, Wesley Chapel. The ribbon cutting is at 4:30 p.m.
- Members let loose during the monthly Final Friday networking event from 4 to 6 p.m. Jan. 31 at Top Shelf Sports Lounge, 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., Wesley Chapel. The event is free with a full-service cash bar and appetizers available.
- Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera serves as keynote speaker during a Business Breakfast from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Feb. 4 at Pasco Hernando State College – Porter Campus, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., Wesley Chapel.
Visit northtampabaychamber.com for details about the chamber and events.
Greater Pasco Chamber happenings
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Greater Pasco Chamber will take part in a Young Professionals Coffee Connections event in the coming days.
- Paul Micklow, of Amerikey Locksmith, serves as the keynote speaker during Young Professionals Coffee Connections from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 31 at The Daily Vibe Coffee Co., 5738 Main St., New Port Richey. Register in advance.
Visit greaterpasco.com for details about the chamber and events.
