ZEPHYRHILLS – Competitive barbecue is returning to the 16th annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Festival with the introduction of an FBA-sanctioned Backyard BBQ Competition […]
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SMARTstart showcases entrepreneurs at Food Vendor Fair
PASCO COUNTY – The UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County and Pasco Economic Development Council will present the sixth annual SMARTstart Food Vendor Fair on Jan. 29. The family-friendly food event shares incubator business opportunities and supports food entrepreneurs’ businesses. The community can buy food and arrange event catering or gifts. “Events like the SMARTstart Food Vendor Fair […]
Ways to strengthen your immune system
There are things about respiratory viruses that we can’t control, such as this season’s flu strain, the effectiveness of the flu vaccine or if the person sitting behind you at a restaurant is covering their cough. And with cold and flu season well underway, it’s important to take action to prevent these illnesses in ways […]
Health & Wellness (01/21/26): AdventHealth breaks ground on ER
AdventHealth breaks ground on new ER AUBURNDALE – AdventHealth has broken ground on a new emergency room in Auburndale, expanding access to lifesaving care for residents in Polk County. The AdventHealth Auburndale ER, located at 1052 U.S. 92 W., will feature 12 private exam rooms, advanced imaging (X-ray, CT and ultrasound), a full-service lab, pediatric emergency […]
Bilirakis secures federal grant funding for Pasco projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Gus Bilirakis announced Jan. 8 that with the passage of three appropriations bills in the U.S. House, he has secured $14,625,000 in federal grant funding for multiple critical infrastructure, public safety, education and research projects across Florida’s 12th Congressional District. The funding is included in the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations; […]
Business Digest (01/21/26): Youth and Family Advocates getting new leader
Youth and Family Advocates getting new leader NEW PORT RICHEY – Mark Wickham will retire as president and CEO of Youth and Family Advocates on June 30 after 13 years of service. “For over a decade, Mark has led YFA with a passion for service, building community partnerships, and creating resources to support children and families […]
Chalk Talk (01/21/26): PHSC welcomes board members
PHSC welcomes board members NEW PORT RICHEY – Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Toni Zetzsche and the reappointment of Gino Collura and Marilyn Pearson-Adams to the Pasco-Hernando State College District Board of Trustees. Zetzsche will serve as a Pasco County representative. She is the chief communications and community engagement officer for Pasco County Schools. […]
Lee works to combat online predators
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 6719, the Combating Online Predators Act, legislation introduced by Congresswoman Laurel Lee to strengthen protections for children targeted by online sextortion. The bill explicitly criminalizes intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material, a coercive tactic increasingly used by online predators to exploit and […]
EggBred hatching a Land O’ Lakes location
LAND O’LAKES – EggBred will celebrate the grand opening of its newest location in the Hub at Bexley. The weekend-long celebration on Jan. 24 and 25 will feature free food, free coffee and giveaways. Located at 16916 Focus Loop in Land O’Lakes, the new EggBred location will deliver a fresh breakfast experience centered around high-quality […]
Pasco County fights human trafficking
DADE CITY – The Pasco County Commission on Human Trafficking is not only working to combat the crime locally, but it is also helping other communities across the country mobilize against exploitation. The commission has worked to ensure every current and future Pasco County employee is trained on human trafficking issues. Members are preparing to expand […]
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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 […]
