WESLEY CHAPEL – The Heritage Arts Center Association awarded $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors Conway Theel and Larkin Mainwaring during the Spotlight on Talent […]
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Pasco school leaders hold breath during legislative crunch time
LAND O’ LAKES – Pasco County Schools Superintendent John Legg told members of the school board April 1 that the budget forecast for the district is “not looking favorable.” “We’re heading into the peak legislative time of year,” Legg told the school board. “I want to say this delicately. I want to say for 48 out […]
Pups party with their owners in Zephyrhills
ZEPHYRHILLS – Forest Lake Estates had a festive day March 23 with a dog party in honor of National Puppy Day. The event was well attended with dogs and their owners enjoying a doggie parade, stories, music and snacks. Photographer Denise Cooperwhite was on hand to take pictures for display on clubhouse walls.
Pasco County expects a ‘very lean budget’
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County is approaching budget season conservatively as staff projects modest revenue gains while dealing with must-pay expenses that put increased pressure on the general fund, according to Budget Director Amielee Farrell. She led a discussion March 25 with county commissioners on revenue projections for the 2026 fiscal year. “We’re looking at […]
Townhome project approved near schools in Holiday
HOLIDAY – Lennar Homes has received approval from Pasco County commissioners to develop 190 townhomes by Anclote High School and Paul R. Smith Middle School. The company had to get the county to rezone the 46-acre site from agricultural uses to a master planned unit development district to move forward. The future land use plan calls […]
Butterflies, bees & garden enthusiasts to explore Dade City
DADE CITY – Putting aside the disappointment and losses suffered from Hurricane Milton, the Dade City Garden Club is gearing up for a day of celebration with butterflies, bees and free family fun taking centerstage. The Dade City Garden Club is partnering with the city to present the Monarch Butterfly Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 […]
Bauducco Foods expansion is a treat for Pasco County
ZEPHYRHILLS – Bauducco Foods broke ground on a production and distribution facility March 21 at Zephyrhills Airport Industrial Park. The company, which produces more than 400,000 tons of baked goods annually, analyzed over 160 potential sites across seven states for its expansion, according to Bauducco USA CEO Stefano Mozzi. “Zephyrhills stood out as the ideal location,” […]
Colors offer clues to the health benefits of foods
While we see a lot of green this month, make note of the colors on your plate year-round. Hopefully it’s not just green (or any one color) because the more colorful your produce, the more nutrition you are getting. It’s recommended to “eat the rainbow” of fruits and vegetables. That’s because of the health benefits […]
Expo designed to get older adults thriving
The give and take of daily life can be so distracting that you look into the mirror one day and suddenly realize that you kind of look like your parents … when they were old. Or you may get caught off guard as the social media algorithm starts bringing to your attention videos with catchy titles […]
Pasco County salutes retiring police chief, utility leader
DADE CITY – Pasco’s County commissioners honored two men who each recently retired after decades of service to Pasco County and Dade City on March 11. They were Ronnie Deese, who retired Jan. 17 from Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, and Chief James Walters, who retired Feb. 28 from the Dade City Police Department. The resolution […]
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Applicant wants to make room for day care, vet clinic
DADE CITY – The Pasco County Planning Commission was favorable to a request March 6 from BDI Properties US LLC/TLE to develop a day-care center and veterinarian’s clinic. BDI sought an exception so it could move forward with plans to construct two buildings on 2.08 acres at 31210 Wells Road. The site is vacant. BDI wants […]
Pasco County leaders explore funding strategies for parks
DADE CITY – Pasco County commissioners are considering setting parks and recreation funding aside from the general fund to better support park operations and maintenance. As the county prepares its annual budget, the needs of parks and recreation compete with the needs of other departments. This has caused parks and recreation to fall behind. Amielee Farrell, […]
News Briefs (3/19/25): Pasco to enforce permitting
Pasco to enforce permitting for hurricane damage in flood zones NEW PORT RICHEY – A final notice is being mailed to Pasco property owners in special flood hazard areas who sustained damage from Hurricanes Helene or Milton and have not applied for permits. Federal, state and local regulations require building permits for hurricane damage in floodplains. […]
New postmaster excited to get to work
As the new postmaster for Land O Lakes, I am delighted to join this vibrant community and lead our local USPS team in delivering the trusted service you deserve. The U.S. Postal Service has been at the heart of American commerce for nearly 250 years, and I am committed to ensuring our local Post Office […]
Local Sports & Rec
Mouratoglou brings a new era for tennis in Zephyrhills
ZEPHYRHILLS – The Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Center has rebranded as Mouratoglou Academy Zephyrhills, integrating the Mouratoglou training methodology while preserving the authenticity and family spirit that have long defined its courts. To celebrate the transition, Mouratoglou Academy Zephyrhills will host a grand opening on April 18, bringing together tennis elites, local personalities and key partners […]
PHSC baseball head coach named athletic director
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College named assistant athletic director and head baseball coach Lyndon Coleman as its new athletic director, effective March 3. Coleman will remain the head baseball coach and become the fourth athletic director in school history, succeeding longtime leader Steve Winterling. Coleman played two seasons (2009 and 2010) under Winterling, earning […]
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Adopt a Pet (3/26/25): English Muffin is quite the treat
English Muffin is an incredibly loving 2-year-old who lives to spread happiness. The moment she sees you, she will joyfully roll onto her back, eagerly awaiting belly rubs. Her tail never stops wagging, showcasing her happy and affectionate nature. Although English Muffin was previously adopted, she was returned because she prefers to be the only […]
USF Women’s Basketball volunteers with Habitat for Humanity
The University of South Florida Women’s Basketball team volunteered with Habitat for Humanity on Aug. 24 in Safety Harbor. The players and coaches painted the exteriors of two Habitat Homes alongside the future homeowners, the Baker and Glazman families, according to a news release. This continues USF’s tradition of community service, as various USF sports […]
PHSC golf tournament
The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation will host its annual golf tournament on Oct. 18, at the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club in Dade City. Registration will be at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. For more information, contact Jen Ferguson at 727-816-3431 or fergusj@phsc.edu. For sponsorship opportunities, visit Giving.PHSC.edu/golf.
Reasons To Smile
Celebrate with your canine friend!
National Dog Day is Aug. 26 — an opportunity to celebrate man and woman’s best friend, and to help find loving homes for dogs in the community. Here are five ways to make a difference: Adopt a new best friend Spay and neuter. Foster first. Not ready to adopt? Fostering is a great option to […]
