Lennar Opens NexGen Model Home
Lennar has opened the Independence model home at Concord Station, located on SR 54, two miles east of the Suncoast Parkway in Land O’ Lakes.
Independence is the first example in Lennar’s new NexGen floor plan series designed for a new generation of multi-generational American families.
The homes have separate, private living quarters with an eat-in kitchenette, bedroom, bathroom, laundry room and living room.
The two-story Independence model home at Concord Station offers 3,357 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, three and a half baths and a three-car garage.
Lennar’s NexGen homes range from 3,300 square feet of living space to 3,600 square feet, with prices ranging from the $200,000s to the $300,000s. Visit www.LennarTampa.com for more information.
Tampa North Flight Center open house
Tampa North Flight Center had an open house on Dec. 15 to show off its facilities and explain its offerings. The center, 4741 Birdsong Blvd. in Lutz, offers flight instruction for sport pilot, private pilot, instrument pilot and commercial pilot ratings. For more information about the flight center, call (813) 973-3703 or visit www.TampaNorth.com.
United Way of Pasco joins PEDC board
The United Way of Pasco has joined the Pasco Economic Development Council’s (PEDC) board of directors.
“We’re very excited that United Way has joined our board at the corporate level,” said John Hagen, PEDC president and CEO, in a release. “We share in a common mission to improve life in Pasco County by meeting the needs of those in the community. Right now people need jobs, and together we can help make this happen.”
The United Way of Pasco has been a longtime investor in PEDC, and its increased investment to the Corporate Council level of $10,000 annually will further advance the council’s mission to lead Pasco in the creation of a sustainable and diversified economy. Representing United Way of Pasco on the PEDC board of directors will be president and CEO Duggan Cooley.
“I am honored to serve on the Board of Directors for Pasco EDC, and I look forward to being a part of Pasco County’s future growth and the creation of jobs that are very much needed in our county,” Cooley said.
Finance director named
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills has named Dan Crunk as the facility’s finance director.
In his new role, Crunk will analyze financial statement trends, work with hospital department leadership in the areas of payment methodologies and reimbursement, utilize cost/managerial accounting techniques to review and explain productivity and lead revenue cycle improvements for the hospital and employed physicians.
Crunk recently worked as the controller at Emory-Adventist Hospital in Smyrna, Ga.
ENPG announces upcoming speakers
The East Pasco Networking Group has announced these upcoming speakers:
—Jan. 8: Brian P. Battaglia, Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator
—Jan. 22: Carol Hendrix, certified business analyst, Pasco County representative
—Feb. 12: Al Berry, Strawberry Festival
The group meets at 8 a.m. for networking, with the meeting starting at 8:30 a.m., at the Village Inn, 5214 US 301 in Zephyrhills.
Helping seniors become tech savvy
Wesley Chapel businesswoman Kristin Pelletier is opening a series of technology classes aimed at helping local seniors learn the basics of the computer as well as how to use technology to connect with others, whether through social media, email and chat rooms. It is also designed to broaden their entertainment through browsing, shopping, reading and games.
Pelletier’s classes begin with a focus on the basics, such as Introduction to Computers, Personalizing your PC and Mastering Email, and slowly progress to Internet, Skype, Facebook and more.
Classes are currently being offered at Rose’s Café in downtown Zephyrhills every other Monday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information, call (855) 953-2764 or visit www.tampacomputerbasictraining.com. You can also email Tampa Computer Basic Training at .
Raising dough to fight cancer
Hungry Howie’s restaurants joined together in support of Love, Hope & Pizza to raise more than $275,600 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF).
“We appreciate the kindness and support shown by so many Hungry Howie’s customers and employees in the incredible accomplishment of exceeding their fundraising goal for NBCF,” said Janelle Hail, NBCF CEO and founder, in a release. “These monies will aid our efforts in 2013 to expand the National Mammography Program to more hospitals, support the Beyond The Shock program and invest in research.”
Watch out for identity theft
It’s always important to safeguard your identity, particularly during the busy holiday shopping season.
Here are some tips from Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi’s office:
—Empty wallets of extra credit cards and identification cards, and close unused credit card or bank accounts.
—Shred pre-approved credit applications, credit card receipts, bills and other financial information before discarding them.
—Use a credit card or a secured online payment system, such as PayPal, when making a purchase online.
—Update antivirus software on computers to avoid downloading malware from poorly protected sites.
—Ask when your order will be shipped and when it will arrive.
—Know the return and refund policies.
—Save copies of receipts, warranties and service agreements.
Florida’s largest home show coming
Homeowners can find out about the latest trends in home improvement at Florida’s Largest Home Show Jan. 4 through Jan. 6 at the Tampa Convention Center.
The event is from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 4, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 5 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 6.
Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and children younger than 12 are admitted free.
For more information, visit www.bighomeshow.com. Become a fan of the home show on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FLHomeShow or follow it on Twitter at www.twitter.com/FLHomeShow.
