Allison’s Service Lead To Her Meeting Her Husband

Our first responder this week is Allison and her military service lead her to meeting her husband. Now, Allison is an officer for the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Allison's friend, Jessica, nominated her and Jessica told us how Allison has received an award recently. The award was for putting her life on the line to save another in a shooting incident.

Not only is Jessica an officer, but she is also a retired Army vet. That is where Allison's military service lead her to meeting her husband. They both grew up in the Tampa Bay area, but didn't know each other. They went into the Army and ended up both being stationed in Colorado and that is where they met.

Allison and her husband have been married for about a year. We asked Jessica how she knows Allison and she told us that she is Allison's sister-in-law as Allison's husband is Jessica's brother.

Jessica also told us that Allison is mom to a 1-year-old and it takes up most of her time when she is not being a police officer. Every time the two of them get together to hang out it is always something baby friendly.

We love hearing stories about our first responders. To show our gratitude we give a $100 Visa gift card from our friends at Crown Buick GMC to pass on to Allison.

Every Friday we honor a first responder in Tampa Bay. Do you have someone in your life that is a first responder? Someone that you admire, a relative, a friend, a child? Whoever it is that you want to spotlight. We want to hear from you, and you can nominate someone right now by doing so HERE. The nomination process takes about five minutes. Once you nominate someone we will be in touch with you to schedule a call with you.

I can't think of anything more American than a hot dog eating contest. Armature Works in Tampa is hosting a limited competition starting at 6:30 p.m.. Spots are first come first serve, so if you want to show off your glizzy eating skills, be sure to get there early! The winner will take home the championship title which includes a $500 gift card, the championship belt, as well as bragging rights. Second and third place winners will each take home $100 Gift Cards and all competitors receive a branded T-shirt.

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It's not like a championship boat parade but it's the next best thing! The parade route will be similar to our holiday light boat parade but will include a Water Ski Show to kick off the celebration and a blessing station. Boats will be decorated in red, white and blue and compete for the most patriotic boat!

Water Ski Show – 6 PM (lasts 45 minutes)
Boat Parade Arrival at Sparkman Wharf – 7:30 PM
Blessing of the Fleet will occur when boats cross finish line at Sparkman Wharf

Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with fantastic food, exciting activities, engaging contests and live entertainment, culminating in a breathtaking patriotic drone show after sunset. Fun events include kids’ zone, pet parade, beer tents, food & craft vendors, antique car show & more.
Admission is free; Parking is $10/car.

Happening at Craig Park, (100 Library Ln, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689) from 10a-1p. Enjoy food, activities, games, music, water slides and food.

Bluey is joining Skate World for a special 4th of July celebration skate! There will be games, a special (indoor safe) 4th of July celebration, and special meet and greets with Bluey! Admission is $11 and skate rentals are $5.

Kick of your July 4th morning with a one-mile fun run followed by a Flag Ceremony with Boy Scout Troop 12 and Civil Air Patrol. The parade begins at 10:00 with a cake auction fundraiser at the Lutz Civic Center just after the parade ends.  (101 W. Lutz Lake Fern Rd., Lutz)