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‘Pet Detective’ on the case at PCAS

September 19, 2023 By Mike Camunas

Carey King-Agin is Pasco County’s Ace Ventura. She doesn’t have large hair, colorful shirts or act like Jim Carrey, but she can bring a smile […]

This Week

Dayspring Academy breaks ground on Angeline Campus

September 19, 2023 By Mike Camunas

Here they grow again. Dayspring Academy, with its five other locations in Port Richey, once again is expanding — this time coming to Central Pasco. The charter school broke ground on Sept. 14 on its PreK-5 Angeline Campus in northern Land O’ Lakes. The school will be operating in a partnership with Pasco County Schools […]

Health officer’s contributions praised by Pasco County Commission

September 19, 2023 By B.C. Manion

When the COVID-19 pandemic was shutting everything down, Mike Napier and his team were ramping up. The recently retired health officer for the Florida Department of Health-Pasco County led efforts during the pandemic, building on partnerships the health department had already established within the community, to help prevent the spread of COVID and to respond […]

Lutz Church of God gains approval for Land O’ Lakes location

September 19, 2023 By B.C. Manion

The Lutz Church of God has been granted a special exception from the Pasco County Planning Commission, allowing it to locate a church on 8.50 acres, on the west side of School Road, at the northernmost intersection of Land O’ Lakes Boulevard and School Road. The planning board approved the request, with conditions. Planning board […]

A rocket blast on the bay

September 19, 2023 By Mike Camunas

Be prepared to get blasted — with speed and sprays of water. That’s what you can expect on board Bay Rocket — one of the newest attractions at the Riverwalk in downtown Tampa. The 2,800-horsepower speedboat, outfitted with dozens of passenger seats, docks outside the Tampa Convention Center. It takes passengers who dare to board […]

Pasco County School Board adopts nearly $2 billion budget

September 19, 2023 By B.C. Manion

Pasco County Schools’ budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year is just slightly under $2 billion. The Pasco County School Board adopted the budget during its second public hearing, held Sept. 11. Pasco County Schools Superintendent Kurt Browning provided an overview of the budget for the board and public. The actual 2023-2024 budget amount is $1,996,021,940, […]

Pasco Schools helps in response to Hurricane Idalia

September 19, 2023 By B.C. Manion

Pasco County Schools has provided a helping hand in response to Hurricane Idalia. Locally, the district set up and operated five hurricane shelters, to enable Pasco residents who were potentially in harm’s way to leave their homes and to safely wait out the storm. “I cannot begin to thank our team, our staff, enough for […]

More actions needed for traffic safety, Watergrass residents say

September 19, 2023 By B.C. Manion

Watergrass residents are continuing to push Pasco County to make more road improvements to reduce safety concerns in their area. Some residents appeared before the Pasco County Commission, during the public comment section of the Sept. 5 board meeting, urging the board to take action. The Watergrass area has been dealing with increased traffic since […]

National bicycle route will be running through Pasco County

September 19, 2023 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

The Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization has approved a proposed bicycle route through Pasco County to be part of the U.S Bicycle Route System. The countywide transportation planning agency has agreed to a route proposed by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, which is working to expand the national bike route system. […]

Billy Brown’s positive impacts in Pasco lauded by county board

September 19, 2023 By B.C. Manion

During a career that spanned 67 years, Billy E. Brown left his mark on the Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative where he worked, and on countless lives in Pasco County. His achievements were honored on Sept. 5 by the Pasco County Commission, which passed a resolution detailing his many accomplishments. Brown is a lifelong resident of […]

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NHTSA cautions on teen drivers’ immaturity

September 19, 2023 By Mary Rathman

While summer is a popular time for teens to get driver’s licenses, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warns that teen drivers have a higher rate of fatal crashes — mainly because of their immaturity, lack of skills and lack of experience. On average, eight teens die each day from motor vehicle injuries, according […]

Pasco Utilities rates to increase

September 19, 2023 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Pasco County Utilities customers will be paying higher water, wastewater and reclaimed water bills, effective Oct. 1, according to a county news release. The average residential customer, using 6,000 gallons of water and sewer each month, will see a billing increase of $2.47 — going from the current charge of  $83.68 to a new charge […]

Pasco’s Senior Services expands programs

September 19, 2023 By Mary Rathman

Pasco County Senior Services (PCSS) has been named the new lead agency for Community Care for the Elderly in Pasco County, effective Sept. 1, according to a news release. The transition comes on the heels of a vote by the Area Agency on Aging board of directors. Currently, PCSS administers the Home Delivered Meals program […]

Meal planning for power outages when a big storm comes through

September 19, 2023 By Shari Bresin

The Tampa Bay region emerged relatively unscathed by Hurricane Idalia, as its path veered off to the north of us. Of course, some areas suffered damage — but it wasn’t the catastrophic disaster here that it could have been. Still, hundreds of thousands of people across Florida lost power. In fact, any time the electricity […]

Pasco needs to address invasive species, county board member says

September 19, 2023 By Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey wants the county board to create an ordinance aimed at reducing the spread of invasive species. She raised the issue during the county board’s Sept. 5 meeting. She suggested the ordinance she’s recommending should describe what should be done when invasive species are discovered on land that is being developed. […]

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Wildcats on course for a great season

September 19, 2023 By Mike Camunas

If there’s one thing the Wildcats are trying to avoid, it’s a sophomore slump. With four of the team’s top five golfers being sophomores, it would be beneficial to the whole team for them to all play well and reach for their lofty goals. They want to lower their scores, grab some medals and, of […]

There’s no catching these Seahawks

September 12, 2023 By Mike Camunas

The Seahawks can fly. On the course, on the track, on the road — every year they soar to the state tournament as Pasco County’s most dominant cross-country team for nearly a decade. Even as Sunlake loses arguably its greatest runner to graduation, both the boys and girls cross-country teams have circled a date with […]

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Adaptive Sports Fair coming

September 19, 2023 By Mike Camunas

Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus, 3021 Sports Coast Way, Wesley Chapel, will host an Adaptive and Inclusive Sports Fair on Oct. 8 from noon to 4 p.m., providing an exclusive look at sports programs in Pasco County available for youth and adults. There will be stations on sports including tumbling and trampoline, rhythmic gymnastics, basketball, swimming, […]

Golf tournament

September 19, 2023 By Mike Camunas

The Tampa Housing Authority will host its 15th annual golf tournament on Oct. 20 at 8 a.m., at Saddlebrook Resort, 5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel. Cost is $320 per golfer or $1,200 for a foursome.  Tampa Housing Authority (THA) offers comprehensive programs and services to educate, elevate and empower youth while engaging with parents and […]

Stomp Out Suicide

September 12, 2023 By Mike Camunas

Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Department will host its Stomp Out Suicide 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Trail Run on Oct. 7 at 8 a.m., at Withlacoochee River Park, 12449 Withlacoochee Blvd., in Dade City. Cost is $45 for the 10K; $40 for the 5K and 1 Mile combo; $30 for the 5K […]

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Reasons To Smile

Loud and proud

September 19, 2023 By Mary Rathman

Members of the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club were out in force for their annual commemoration of 9/11, to wave flags along the highway. The club was loudly acknowledged by 18-wheeler air horns, and trucks and vehicles of every sort sounding their horns and giving the ‘thumbs up’ signal. The women also delivered gift […]

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What’s Happening

09/25/2023 – American Legion Meeting

American Legion Post 108 will meet on Sept. 25 at 7 p.m., at Mulligan’s Irish Pub, Plantation Palms Golf & Country Club, 23253 Plantation Palms Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes. Social hour will begin at 6 p.m. … [Read More...] about 09/25/2023 – American Legion Meeting

09/25/2023 – Republican Club 

The Republican Club of Central Pasco will meet on Sept. 25 at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. The guest speaker will be Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson. A social will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For information, call 813-996-3011. … [Read More...] about 09/25/2023 – Republican Club 

09/26/2023 – Faculty recitals

The Saint Leo University music faculty will present a program of music written by living composers, including two faculty members, Alex Ehredt and Mauricio Rodriguez. One of the compositions also features the poetry of Dr. Anne Barngrover, associate professor of English and director of the Graduate Creative Writing Program. Concerts will be held:  5 p.m., Tuesday, September 26 Selby Auditorium, Lewis Hall, 33701 County Road 52, St. Leo, FL 33574  7 p.m., Tuesday, September 26 Holy Name Monastery Chapel 12138 Wichers Road, St Leo, FL 33574 For more information or special accommodations, contact Dr. Cynthia Selph at  or (352) 588-7294. … [Read More...] about 09/26/2023 – Faculty recitals

09/26/2023 – Make Pizza Sticks

The New River Library, 34043 State Road 54 in Wesley Chapel, will host a teen program on Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. Participants can learn to make pizza sticks with a quick and easy recipe. All materials will be provided. Registration is required online at PascoLibraries.org. … [Read More...] about 09/26/2023 – Make Pizza Sticks

09/26/2023 – Virtual eBay Open

The Greater Tampa Bay Area eBay Reseller meetup will host an eBay Open 2023 Kick Off Party on Sept. 26 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Residence Inn Northpointe, 2101 Northpointe Parkway in Lutz. Pre-registration is requested, but walk-ins can attend based on space availability the day of the event. For information, visit tinyurl.com/msanskbd. … [Read More...] about 09/26/2023 – Virtual eBay Open

09/28/2023 – Lectures on the Lawn

The Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center, 12118 Lake Blanche Drive in Odessa, will host its series “Lectures on the Lawn” starting with Craig Pittman, author of “Oh Florida” on Sept. 28. There will be food trucks and exhibits from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Pittman’s presentation at 6:30 p.m. Guests can bring their own chairs. No outside food or drinks. Admission is free. For information, call 727-815-7126, or visit PascoLibraries.org. … [Read More...] about 09/28/2023 – Lectures on the Lawn

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