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National ADHD Awareness Month
The many faces and TECO'S power trip
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Awareness Month
If you’ve ever drifted off mid-conversation, forgotten your keys for the third time this week, or sat in a room of people thinking, “Am I the only one…”, you’ve probably brushed past ADHD. But October is ADHD Awareness Month, and it’s the time we pull it out from whispers and headlines into full view.
ADHD is usually seen as a kid thing, jumping, not listening, and daydreaming. But it doesn’t always vanish once school’s over. In fact, many adults live with it silently, managing the chaos with spreadsheets, sticky notes, and an internal monologue that never stops.
This Year’s Theme: “The Many Faces of ADHD”
Because there’s no single “ADHD look.” It doesn’t care about gender, age, or background. This theme pushes back against the tired stereotype that ADHD is only about hyper kids bouncing off walls. It’s about focus, impulse, motivation, and everything in between.
You know, plumbing and ADHD have a lot in common — both can be running full speed one minute and completely backed up the next!
Sometimes the pressure builds, the flow gets redirected, and we’re left wondering where did that water… or thought… even go?
At Kuma Plumbing, we specialize in restoring focus and flow — no chaos, no clogs, just clean, clear results.
October is ADHD Awareness Month, so let’s remember to show patience, support, and understanding — every mind, like every plumbing system, works a little differently. 💛
Things to do
What’s Washing Up on The Shore This Week
The Southern Creek BandDate: Sunday, October 19, 2025 Time: 2 PM Live Music! | Somatic Reset BreathworkDate: Sunday, October 19, 2025 Time: 4 PM The breath is a powerful tool to help release stored energy in our bodies. | Paint a Lighted Wine BottleDate: Sunday, October 19, 2025 Time: 5 PM Transform a simple wine bottle into a glowing piece of art. |
VFW Spaghetti Dinner FundraiserDate: Monday, October 20, 2025 Time: 4 PM Proceeds raised go to the South Shore Chamber of Commerce for the Veteran’s Day Parade in Ruskin on November 8, 2025. | Gym Bus Fit Camp: ECHO RiverviewDate: Monday, October 20, 2025 Time: 6 PM Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just starting your journey, our experienced trainers will guide you. | Wet-up Soca AerobicsDate: Monday, October 20, 2025 Time: 7 PM Thrilling dance fitness experience combining the rhythms of Soca with interval style workouts. |
Cool it Now…TECO That Means You
Popular Opinion
With the current cold front, the AC isn’t running quite as often as usual. As a matter of fact, as I sit here and write this, my AC is off and my windows are open. I know, crazy. But what are the chances my electric bill cools down?
It’s been a minute since we’ve complained about TECO. They don’t deserve the reprieve. It’s a monopoly, a racket, a gang worthy of the old Rudy Giuliani and the RICO Act. I’ve seen my bill double, then double again, in a year and a half. And no, while I am a writer, that is not hyperbole. You know who else raises prices on their captive “customers” like that? The mob.
You can try to get out, but they pull you back in. I’ve decided that what we need in this newsletter is a solid solar partner. If you know one, put us in contact, because I’ve seen The Godfather, Goodfellas, and Scarface. I know how this story ends.
Why are our bills so high? Because TECO is a state-regulated monopoly, customers don’t have another power company to choose from. Rates are set by the Florida Public Service Commission, which lets TECO recover the cost of fuel, storm protection, and grid upgrades, plus a guaranteed profit. Let me say that again. A guaranteed profit.
In short, TECO says, “We need this much,” and the FPSC says, “Okay.” I‘m not sure that’s how it’s supposed to work. Stay tuned. We may make it our mission to turn Southshore into the solar mecca.
Tax Questions? Call a pro.
Southshore Spotlight
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We Know a Guy…or Girl
Need a painter? A plumber? Someone brave enough to tackle that lightbulb orbiting 30 feet above your living room? We’ve got you. And the best part, they’re all right here in our community.
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Foodies Only
New menu items, promos, specials, events- feature them here. This is the place to tell 30,000 readers in Southshore what you've got. Only 20 spots for the year. Claim yours today.
If you’ve got a restaurant, food truck, or even a lemonade stand, it could be featured here. Email us at [email protected]
Local Sports
Battle of the Quarterbacks: Who Rules Southshore?
It’s time to settle the score. You have until Friday to decide who’s the true throwing king of Southshore. Cast your vote, rally your team, and let’s see who takes the crown. The winner gets a full feature in The Southshore Circle and a gift card to one of our favorite local spots.
Football
Lennard vs Palmetto, Friday 10/24 @7:30 PM - Home
East Bay vs Spoto, Friday 10/24 @ 7:30 PM - Home
Sumner vs Alonso, Friday 10/24 @7:30 PM - Home
Riverview vs Bloomingdale, Friday 10/24, @ 7:30 PM - Away
Spoto vs East Bay, Friday 10/24, @7:30 PM - Away
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Until next time,
Keep It Local.
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