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Dual enrollment gives grads a head start on college
LAND O’ LAKES – Samuel Wu is not only earning a high school diploma at Sunlake High School this spring but he’s also receiving his Associate in Arts degree through dual enrollment at Pasco-Hernando State College. Wu, who is graduating as valedictorian at Sunlake, said earning a degree in high school has helped jumpstart his college […]
Saint Leo nursing students ready to graduate
ST. LEO – They are the first. They made it through their general classes, passed CPR and additional tests and achieved the minimum 3.3 GPA to become nursing students their junior year. Then they studied, worked in health care, learned to draw blood and give injections, practiced their skills, and studied some more. Now, they […]
Pasco County Fire Rescue donates fire engine to school
HUDSON – Pasco County Fire Rescue made a large donation to the Fivay High School Fire Science Academy – a fire engine. Emily Lamb, program coordinator of career and technical education at Pasco County Schools, thanked Fire Chief Ryan Guynn and his team for supporting education. “This incredible gift will significantly enhance our students’ learning experience, providing […]
Take these steps to help keep Earth healthy
Environmental sustainability has been a hot topic lately. You’ve likely heard of one’s carbon footprint, where our everyday activities, such as commuting, buying clothes and products and energy usage, contribute to greenhouse gas emissions entering the environment. Relatedly, we should also be cognizant of our foodprint. This is all the behind the scenes food production […]
News Briefs (4/23/25): Shape Grand Boulevard plan
Pasco hosts events to shape Grand Boulevard plan NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County’s Planning, Development and Economic Growth team invites residents to share their vision for the redevelopment of Grand Boulevard in New Port Richey. The team has started hosting visioning workshops designed to collect feedback from our community to help shape the area’s redevelopment […]
St. Joseph’s Hospital-North adding Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
LUTZ – St. Joseph’s Hospital-North in Lutz is building an eight-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit scheduled to open in summer 2025. The NICU will provide specialized 24/7 care for babies born prematurely, underweight or with special health needs and requirements such as IVs, respiratory therapy or other therapies. The Level II NICU will be staffed […]
After losing son to cancer, mom starts nonprofit to help other families
TAMPA – Words no parent ever wants to hear: “Your child has cancer.” It’s a life-changing moment, and one that too many families face every year as pediatric cancers remain the leading cause of death from disease in children between the ages of 1 and 14 years. For Christen Gray, that moment came when her […]
Ashley’s Eggsploration to feature thousands of eggs
TAMPA – Ashley’s Eggsploration, presented by the Tampa Downtown Partnership, takes over Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on April 19. This family-friendly event is billed as Downtown Tampa’s largest Easter egg hunt, complete with thousands of hidden eggs, special prizes, delicious food and plenty of activities for all ages. Visitors can explore the park from […]
Homebuilder donates furniture, fixtures to Habitat
WESLEY CHAPEL – Habitat for Humanity of East and Central Pasco County recently received $90,000 in furniture and fixtures from a single donor. GL Homes donated cabinets, countertops, curtains, kitchen sinks, lighting fixtures, appliances and office furniture from its Winding Ridge community in Wesley Chapel. Over the past five years, GL Homes has donated $200,000 […]
This Week (cont)
Richey Suncoast Theatre introduces Theatre Kids Club
NEW PORT RICHEY – Richey Suncoast Theatre has launched the Theatre Kids Club, an after-school program tailored for children, ages 6 to 12, who want to explore the magic of theater. The program invites children to dive into a new theme each week, including acting, singing, set and costume design, and musical theater. The Theatre Kids […]
Pregnancy Care Center of Zephyrhills celebrates 25 years
ZEPHYRHILLS – The Pregnancy Care Center of Zephyrhills celebrated its 25th anniversary April 7 with an open house and an East Pasco Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting. The event allowed the nonprofit to unveil a mobile ultrasound bus made in collaboration with the Pregnancy Care Center of Plant City and Image Clear Ultrasound of Central Florida. […]
Pasco County to receive $585M for disaster recovery
PASCO COUNTY – Pasco County will receive $585.7 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development through the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery program. Pasco County’s Office of Disaster Recovery and Resources is seeking input on how the money will help the community recover from the impacts of Hurricanes Idalia, Helene […]
News Briefs (04/09/25): Club donates to the arts
Club donates to the arts LAND O’ LAKES – The March General meeting for GFWC Lutz Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club included a fundraiser luncheon presented by the Arts and Crafts CSP. CSP members provided Irish food and various “green” desserts. Proceeds will be donated to Arts for All. Visit gfwclutzlandolakeswomansclub.org for information about membership. […]
Local Sports & Rec
Foundation works to promote girls’ soccer
TAMPA – With shots on goal, smiles on faces and surprises from professional female athletes, students at East Tampa’s Ferrell Girls Preparatory Academy enjoyed an inspiring Soccer Celebration on April 4. Positive role models and examples of dreams being realized surrounded the 400-plus students at the all-girls public middle school. The event marked the launch […]
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 […]
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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 . 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 […]
