DADE CITY – UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County and Pasco Economic Development Council present the fifth annual SMARTstart Food Vendor Fair on Jan. 16. The event […]
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Pasco County leaders, volunteers tout the benefits of trees
DADE CITY – When asked why trees are so important, Pasco County arborist Mike Woodard points to how they protected his property from Hurricane Milton’s powerful winds. Woodard lives on a one acre lot that’s mostly forested. The hurricane’s winds brought down a few broken branches from the tree groupings but toward the front of the […]
A Night to Reignite reinforces Better Together’s mission
TAMPA – Better Together recently hosted A Night to Reignite to share the nonprofit’s mission and programs with community members. Supporters gathered for the private event Dec. 3 at Oxford Exchange, enjoying a night of presentations, food and fellowship to help keep families together and flourishing. Event sponsors included Humana Healthy Horizons, Kohn Law, ReliaQuest […]
Renew your vows on Valentine’s Day at Tampa Theatre
TAMPA – Over its 98-year history, Tampa Theatre has served as a setting for love stories of many Bay-area romantics, including first dates under the starry sky, stolen kisses in the balcony, “meet cutes” under the historic marquee and dream proposals on the stage. If Tampa’s movie palace is part of your love story – […]
What’s Happening (01/15/25): Podcast to come alive on stage
TAMPA – The McElroy Family will perform two shows Feb. 20 and 21 at Tampa Theatre. Their popular “My Brother, My Brother and Me” Is an advicecast for the modern era featuring three real-life brothers: Justin, Travis and Griffin McElroy. They will hold a live version of the podcast on stage at 7 p.m. Feb. […]
Feds giving Pasco County $585M for hurricane recovery
WASHINGTON, DC – Pasco County will receive $585,704,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development as part of the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery program stemming from Hurricanes Idalia, Helene and Milton. These federal dollars were passed as part of the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2025, which was enacted on Dec. 21, […]
Stage show blends fairy tales with Pasco County culture
NEW PORT RICHEY – The magic of local storytelling comes alive as Richey Suncoast Theatre presents “Fairy Tales Gone Local: Out of the Woods in Pasco County.” This one-of-a-kind theatrical event celebrates the charm of local culture while empowering audiences to co-create the story through interactive performances. Blending classic fairy tale tropes with Pasco County’s rich […]
News Briefs (01/15/25): Pasco County celebrates Arbor Day
Pasco County celebrates Arbor Day PASCO COUNTY – In partnership with Keep Pasco Beautiful and the Florida Forest Service, Urban & Community Forestry Grant Pasco County is hosting an Arbor Day Tree Giveaway. The giveaway will be held Jan. 17 at UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County (36702 County Road 52, Dade City) and Frances Avenue Park […]
Richey Suncoast Theatre announces January schedule
NEW PORT RICHEY – Richey Suncoast Theatre offers a lineup of live theater productions, music, comedy, film, education and other performances for the community. Here’s what’s on tap for the next few weeks: Jan. 10, 7 p.m., Jack Willhite’s Rock & Roll Comedy Show Jan. 11, 7 p.m., Adel & Tina Turner Tribute Jan. 17, […]
What’s Happening (01/08/25): Distefano returning to Tampa Theatre
TAMPA – Chris Distefano is coming back to Tampa Theatre, this time as part of his Chrissy Floridas tour. The performance starts at 8 p.m. March 14. Tickets range from $38.50 to $78.50 plus taxes and fees. Buy them at the Franklin Street Box Office and at tampatheatre.org. Distefano rose to success after performances on […]
This Week (cont)
Heritage Arts Center Association receives a $4,000 boost
DADE CITY – The Heritage Arts Center Association has received a $4,000 gift from the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation. The money will be used to reward four Pasco County high school seniors with $1,000 scholarships. Two students will receive the Nereim Fine Arts Award. Two others will receive the Pasco Heritage Scholarship Award. The Heritage […]
AdventHealth provides fresh produce to families in time for the holidays
PASCO COUNTY – Hospitals across AdventHealth’s West Florida division helped make the holidays a little brighter for families in need across Pasco County. Team members from AdventHealth Wesley Chapel, AdventHealth North Pinellas, AdventHealth Dade City and AdventHealth Connerton recently came together to provide fresh produce to children and families just in time for the holiday […]
AdventHealth Tampa celebrates grant for pediatric patients
TAMPA – AdventHealth Tampa celebrated during the holidays the impact of The Toy Foundation Children’s Hospital Play Grants Program, which has helped create more personalized care for pediatric patients through its S.T.A.R. Program. Over the past year, the $8,000 grant from The Toy Foundation has funded innovative play and distraction tools, reenforcing a calming and […]
U.S. Rep. Castor recaps 2024 in Congress
TAMPA – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) said her team worked to deliver over $10.1 million in aid, benefits and refunds to veterans, seniors, small businesses and families in 2024. In addition, $1,469,469,742 in federal grants were secured for the community for investments in education, infrastructure, good-paying jobs, safer neighborhoods and cleaner, cheaper energy. Castor […]
Local Sports & Rec
Partnership will track cognitive performance in sports
LUTZ – Athletes’ Cloud has launched a pilot program that will integrate cognitive training into the Tampa Bay Juniors Hockey Club’s athletic development program. The initiative highlights the role of brain health in sports performance, injury prevention and recovery. Athletes’ Cloud will oversee the initiative using the NeuroCatch platform. “We’re thrilled to partner with NeuroCatch […]
Ace Golf Riverview closing after 21 years
RIVERVIEW – Ace Golf Range in Riverview plans to cease operations May 4 at the close of business. A developer has obtained zoning for a 24-hour emergency medical center, medical offices and single-family homes on the golf range site. If all goes as planned, the developer will own the property as of May 22. Construction will […]
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 […]
