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Results are in for Florida’s primary

September 5, 2018 By B.C. Manion

Florida’s voters went to the polls last week in a primary that captured national attention when Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum stunned political prognosticators by defeating the predicted winner Gwen Graham. If he wins in November, Gillum would become Florida’s first black governor. On the Republican side of the ledger, Congressman Ron DeSantis — endorsed by President … [Read more...]

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Compton, Proctor seek re-election in Zephyrhills

December 19, 2014 By Michael Hinman

One election season has ended, but it seems another already is getting underway. Kent Compton and Charles Proctor were the first candidates to file for the April elections, both looking to retain their seats on the Zephyrhills City Council. Both won re-election the last time their seats were up in 2013. Compton defeated Rose Hale while Proctor was unopposed. The two pre-filed their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Updates Tagged With: Cathi Compton, Charles Proctor, Eighth Street, Florida, Kent Compton, Rose Hale, Zephyrhills, Zephyrhills City Council

Zephyrhills council takes aim at fire chief

June 6, 2014 By Michael Hinman

Update: Published reports state that Verne Riggall resigned as the Zephyrhills fire chief on Friday, leaving the city council with the job of appointing an interim chief Monday night. Zephyrhills Fire Chief Verne Riggall followed his former city manager, Jim Drumm, from High Springs. But he might soon be following him out as well. Steve Spina, who replaced Drumm on an interim basis as … [Read more...]

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10/16/2019 – Democratic Club

The Central Pasco Democratic Club will meet Oct. 16 from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Meadow Pointe I Community Center, Building A, 28245 County Line Road in Wesley Chapel. Mix and mingle from 6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., followed by monthly business meeting. Meetings feature briefings on the Pasco County Democratic Party. Club services residents of Wesley Chapel and surrounding areas. Free and open to the public. Visit Facebook.com/centralpascodems, or call Cindy Beres at (813) 702-4387. … [Read More...]

10/16/2019 – Genealogy seminar

The West Pasco County Genealogical Society will host a genealogy seminar Oct. 16 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the CARES Rao Musunuru M.D. Enrichment Center, 12417 Clock Tower Parkway in Hudson. Participants can learn how to research church records of various religious denominations, and how to locate family Bible records. The cost is $5 for members and $7 for non-members. To register, text (727) 271-0770, or email *protected email*. … [Read More...]

10/16/2019 – Sukkot evening

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host a Sukkot Evening Program on Oct. 16. There will be arts and crafts activities for prekindergarten through seventh grade at 5:30 p.m., a music program at 6:30 p.m., and Pizza in the Sukkah at 7 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 4 to 12, and free for kids age 3 and younger. There is a $25 maximum family price. RSVP by email to *protected email*. … [Read More...]

10/16/2019 – The Little Mermaid

The Lutz Branch Library will host a live performance of The Little Mermaid, at 101 Lutz-Lake Fern Road. The event is Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and all the roles of the classic tale will be performed by two actors. This free performance is for ages 5 and up. For information, call (813) 273-3652. … [Read More...]

10/18/2019 – Auto show

The MidFlorida Auto Show & Lake Mirror Concours will take place Oct. 18 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Oct. 20 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Lake Mirror Promenade, and the streets of downtown Lakeland. There will be more than 600 show vehicles on display, music and more. For information, visit MidFloridaAutoShow.com. … [Read More...]

10/18/2019 – Pizza & PJ Shabbat

Congregation Kol Ami, 3919 Moran Road in Tampa, will host a Pizza & PJ Shabbat on Oct. 18 at 6 p.m., for ages 15 months to 8 years. There will be a child-friendly musical service, pizza dinner and ice cream for dessert. Wear pajamas or dress comfortably. The cost is $18 per family. RSVP by Oct. 15 by emailing *protected email*. … [Read More...]

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