BUSINESS NOTES CONGRESSIONAL UPDATE: Winthrop Barn Theater, 11349 Bloomingdale Ave., Riverview. The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Congressional Update at noon today. Confirmed speakers include U.S. Reps. Adam Putnam and Gus Bilirakis, who will present an overview of current congressional discussions and how federal policies affect local businesses, education, health care and quality of life. There will be a question-and-answer session. Call the chamber at (813) 689-1221 or e-mail abraden@brandonchamber.com. ...more

August 20, 2008

BUSINESS NOTES GROCERY RETAILER HIRING: ALDI, a no-frills grocery retailer, plans to open new stores in the Brandon area in the fall and is seeking qualified candidates for manager trainee and cashier positions. Company officials said they hope to bring high-paying jobs, affordable grocery prices and quality foods to the Brandon area. The store will stock fresh fruits and meats, frozen foods, dairy and bakery items, canned goods, paper products and more. Applications can be picked up from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday at Embassy Suites, 3705 Spectrum Blvd., Tampa. For more information about ALDI, go to www.aldi. com. ...more

July 30, 2008

BRANDON – The Military Affairs Council of the Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce will host a kickoff event at 8 a.m. July 9 for the council's new program, Operation Dove. ...more

July 8, 2008