WESLEY CHAPEL – Habitat for Humanity of East and Central Pasco County announced that Wesley Chapel Toyota, Wesley Chapel Mazda and Wesley Chapel Chevrolet have […]
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Monin to invest $100M+ in Zephyrhills
ZEPHYRHILLS – Monin plans to purchase 70 acres of the Zephyrhills Airport Industrial Park Ready Site in the City of Zephyrhills. The company, which provides flavoring products for creating specialty beverages and elevated culinary solutions, is expecting to invest over $100 million in a new facility where it will produce and distribute its product across the […]
What’s Happening (July 22-28)
July 22 Handwork Circle Land O’ Lakes Library offers Handwork Circle, a program intended for adults and teens who have previous handwork experience. Bring a project and meet with others who enjoy crocheting, knitting, counted cross stitch or hand sewing. All Makerspace programs require closed-toe shoes and a completed waiver. 813-929-1214 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 2818 […]
Art Briefs: Museum opens Ancient Egyptian exhibit
TAMPA – The Tampa Museum of Art recently opened “Mysteries of the Nile: Ancient Egypt” in partnership with the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Canada. The exhibition brings together a selection of artifacts drawn from the Royal Ontario Museum’s world-renowned Egyptian holdings alongside select pieces from the Tampa Museum of Art’s own permanent collection and […]
AdventHealth, United Way distribute food, supplies
LAKE PLACID – AdventHealth is partnering with United Way of Central Florida through the United Way End Hunger Initiative to provide access to nutritious food and essential supplies for people living in the Highlands County area. AdventHealth employees, United Way representatives and community leaders came together recently at South Oak Church in Lake Placid to […]
Procedure helped veteran recover from enlarged prostate
SEBRING – Millions of men are living with an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. For some, like Edward Daughtry, the condition can lead to serious complications. “I got to the point where I couldn’t urinate at all, and my bladder was full and it was painful,” Daughtry said. The Marine Corps veteran said […]
Health & Wellness (April 15): BayCare to use drones
BayCare to use drones CLEARWATER – BayCare announced it will build a health care drone delivery network. The optional service will enable faster and more reliable delivery of lab samples, medications and critical supplies between facilities and directly to patients’ homes. In partnership with Zipline, the network will offer on-demand, contactless delivery with safety, privacy […]
Business Digest (July 15): Joy Bar celebrates Christmas in July
Joy Bar celebrates Christmas in July TAMPA – Joy Bar, a year-round holiday-themed bar, is celebrating Christmas in July. Put on your holiday sweater and indulge your holiday spirit with free samplings and swag throughout the month. The naughty elf will pour shots and spread Christmas cheer every weekend. It’s happy hour all the time at […]
BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel expands emergency heart care
CLEARWATER – BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel is now licensed to provide advanced cardiac care services, improving access to lifesaving, emergency care. Effective July 1, the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration designated the hospital as a Level 1 adult cardiovascular services provider. This designation reflects the timely, specialized treatment that patients experiencing chest pain or […]
Saint Leo supports students recovering from drugs, alcohol
ST. LEO – A family’s effort to transform the loss of their son into hope for students in recovery is helping Saint Leo University establish a residential collegiate recovery program. With a $1 million founding gift from Pasco County businessman and philanthropist Dewey Mitchell and his wife Becky, Saint Leo University announced plans to […]
This Week (cont)
Village welcomes former police officer, Navy fireman
LAND O’LAKES – The Tunnel to Towers Let Us Do Good Village has welcomed two new heroes to its growing community. Navy Fireman Brenda Arnaud and Industry Borough Police Officer Scott Morrison are among the 11 heroes who have moved into the village this year. Nearly 30 families call the village home. The village […]
Local Wildlife: Skunk sisters enjoy frozen treat
TAMPA – The Florida Aquarium recently welcomed striped skunk sisters Ginger and Juniper from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Independence Day weekend marked their first appearances as part of the aquarium’s animal ambassador program, helping guests learn about one of North America’s most misunderstood native species. Ginger and Juniper sampled patriotic American flag-shaped frozen treats made […]
Chalk Talk (07/01/26): Art wins best of show
Florida student’s art wins Best of Show in Fish Art Contest TAMPA – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, in collaboration with Wildlife Forever, recognized Sebastian Romo for his submission in the 2026 Fish Art Contest. Sebastian was named the Florida freshwater winner for grades 7-9 in April and advanced to the national competition, where […]
Cronin: Development isn’t the same as growth and it’s certainly not sprawl
In recent years, Pasco County has been exporting its greatest natural resource. Not phosphate. Not citrus. Not timber. Our people. For decades, communities like Pasco County carried the label of a “bedroom community.” People live here because housing was affordable but every morning thousands of talented residents leave the county to build the economy of […]
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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 […]
