HomeWatch keeps an eye out
TAMPA – HomeWatch Tampa has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association.
The company provides peace of mind by offering reliable, personalized Home Watch services.
Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home or property, keeping an eye on things at a vacation or primary home while you are not there.
Living in the Tampa Bay area for more than 20 years, founder Bill Iwanicki has been in the inspection industry for over five years, combining his passion for property care and client service.
The decision to start his Home Watch business came from recognizing a need for trustworthy, detailed care for seasonal and absentee homeowners in his community.
After becoming a licensed home inspector, Iwanicki gained experience working in real estate and home inspection.
When not working, Iwanicki volunteers with Feeding Tampa Bay and the Boy Scouts.
All principals of NHWA Accredited Member companies are background-checked, insured and bonded. HomeWatch Tampa serves Tampa, Lutz, Zephyrhills, Lakeland, Wesley Chapel, and Odessa.
On the web: https://homewatchtampa.com.
Habitat board members win Heroes Among Us awards
SPRING HILL – Four board members from the Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside received Heroes Among Us Congressional Awards from U.S. Congressman Gus Bilirakis.
Charles Rogers, Mika Rotunda, Frank Starkey, Heidi Tuttle-Beisner and others were honored April 24 at Elks Lodge 2582 for devoting their time and efforts by volunteering with nonprofits and organizations throughout Citrus, Hernando and Pasco counties.
A couple of the honorees have strong ties to Pasco County:
- Frank Starkey, president of People Places LLC, is helping Habitat take on the challenge of improving and revitalizing neighborhoods throughout West Pasco County.
- Heidi Tuttle-Beisner, broker/owner of Commercial Asset Partners Realty in New Port Richey. Serves on multiple boards between real estate, affordable housing and cancer research.
“Our board members are committed to the Habitat mission and taking our message into their communities to find future homeowners, sponsors, and build our donor base,” said Mike Sutton, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside.
Eatery offers $4 meal deal
TAMPA – Checkers & Rally’s has rolled out a new campaign, “This Eats Different,” to demonstrate that fast food should satisfy your hunger, fuel your energy and never drain your wallet.
The Tampa-based brand has a new $4 Unbeatable Meal Deal that includes a Cheese Double or Spicy Chicken sandwich, value-sized Famous Seasoned Fries, a 12-ounce drink, and a cinnamon apple pie.
“People are tired of paying more and getting less,” said Scott Johnson, CMO of Checkers & Rally’s. “This deal is proof that value doesn’t have to be boring and flavor doesn’t have to break the bank.”
On the web: CheckersandRallys.com
Ticket act cuts sticker shock
WASHINGTON – The TICKET Act, sponsored by Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL-12), has passed the House.
The bill is designed to improve transparency in the entertainment industry by requiring all event ticket sellers to display the total ticket price, including all required fees, upfront, provide refunds for cancelled or postponed events, and protect consumers from deceptive ticketing websites. The act mirrors advertising guidelines for airline tickets, requiring consumers to see the full price before buying.
“There is nothing more disappointing for an avid fan than being lured into the prospect of an affordable ticket to see his or her favorite sports team or band only to learn later in the check-out process that the final price tag is significantly higher,” Bilirakis said.
North Tampa Bay events
LAND O’ LAKES – North Tampa Bay Chamber will celebrate a pair of grand openings.
- Members celebrate the grand opening of BayCare Medical Group from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 8 at 4501 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Suite 205, Wesley Chapel. The ribbon cutting starts at 11:30 a.m. Register in advance.
- Members celebrate the grand opening of Andy’s Frozen Custard with a ribbon cutting from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 9 at 19081 Wingshooter Way, Lutz. The ribbon cutting starts at 11:30 a.m.
Visit northtampabaychamber.com for details about the chamber and events.
Greater Pasco events
NEW PORT RICHEY – Greater Pasco Chamber members will host a Land O’ Lakes Brochure Exchange, Monthly Membership Breakfast and Young Professionals Group After Hours Social.
- Members network and trade company literature during the Land O’ Lakes Brochure Exchange from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 8 at SpringHill Suites, 16615 Crosspointe Run, Land O’ Lakes. Register in advance.
- Alexis Muellner, editor of Tampa Bay Business Journal, speaks during the Monthly Membership Breakfast from 8:45 to 10 a.m. at Heritage Springs Country Club, 10047 Robert Trent Jones Pkwy., Trinity. Register in advance. The cost is $25 for members and $30 for others.
- Members of the Young Professionals Group network during After Hours Social from 5 to 7 p.m. May 9 at Whiskey Joe’s, 7835 Bayview St., Port Richey. Register in advance.
Visit greaterpasco.com for details about the chamber and events.
East Pasco events
DADE CITY – East Pasco Chamber members will host a Business Breakfast, ribbon cutting and Coffee & Networking events.
- The chamber celebrates the grand opening of AdventHealth Sports Med & Rehab from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 7 at 38233 Daughtery Road, Zephyrhills. The ribbon cutting starts at 11:15 a.m.
- Members network during the Business Breakfast, sponsored by Lowman Law Firm, from 7 to 8:30 am. May 8 at Golden Corral, 6855 Gall Blvd., Zephyrhills. Register in advance. Registration costs $15.
- Members meet for Coffee & Networking from 8 to 9 a.m. May 9 at East Pasco Chamber of Commerce’s Zephyrhills Office, 38550 5th Ave., Zephyrhills.
- Members meet for Coffee & Networking from 8 to 9 a.m. May 13 at East Pasco Chamber of Commerce’s Dade City Office, 14112 8th St., Dade City.
Visit eastpascochamber.org for details about the chamber and events.
