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Franke loves his treats

May 24, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Franke (pronounced Frank-ee) is a 10-year-old Boston Terrier and the companion dog of his owner, Jeff Fruth, of Zephyrhills. He was named by his grandma after Frank Sinatra (‘ole blue eyes’). Franke truly loves people, children and other dogs. He a natural runner, even in his advancing age. Franke has slowed down a bit and enjoys his naps. Franke craves Milk-Bones and can’t seem to get enough of them.

A protected species

May 24, 2022 By Mary Rathman

This gopher tortoise lives underneath the front ramp at Karen Cole’s house in Zephyrhills. Every time Cole mulches, the tortoise burrows under, again. Since gopher tortoises are protected, Cole feels privileged to have this one stick around.

Mocha is a sweet fur baby

May 17, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Mocha is 1 year old and the sweetest beagle you will ever meet. She loves to play with a soccer ball, likes to find and carry sticks, and to walk around the neighborhood to say hello to anyone that passes by. She can be shy at times, but once she sniffs you out, her little personality shines. Mocha lives in Wesley Chapel with Fabiola Reyes.

Meet Mr. and Mrs.

May 17, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Lonna Vizzari has named these cranes, Mr. and Mrs., as they have been coming to her home for many years. She thought the female might be too old to have babies, but this year they were blessed. Vizzari enjoys watching them at her home on Lake Stemper, in Lutz.

Loki lives up to his name

May 10, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Loki is a 2-year-old Boston Terrier. He is obsessed with playing fetch and running in the waves on the beach. Loki puts up with his mom dressing him up in silly costumes, for his own Instagram account. Loki lives with Christa Boyle and family in Land O’ Lakes.

Out for a family swim

May 10, 2022 By Mary Rathman

A maintenance crew recently mowed a drainage pond in a neighborhood village in Zephyrhills. But after 2 inches of rain, resident Barbara Tabor woke up to find a mother duck with her brood in the pond. She wondered if the ducks had been there before the rain, and how did they all get there? She is still trying to figure out the mystery. Tabor said it was hard to count the ducks, as they kept moving, but she counted 16!

Abby is a fashionista

May 3, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Abby is an unsighted, smart, loving rescue dog. She came in second place, in the cutest costume category, at this year’s Dogs Day in Dade City. Abby has won that same category for the past two years: Last year, she wore a Brownie Girl Scout costume, and recently she portrayed ‘The Little Mermaid.’ She reads The Laker Lutz News with her family every Tuesday. Abby lives with the Mountain family in San Antonio.

A majestic sighting

May 3, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Michele Wyatt quickly grabbed her camera when she spotted this eagle in her backyard, in Stagecoach Village in Land O’ Lakes. Wyatt said it was pure luck that the eagle had not yet flown off.

Gracee is her own Instagram model

April 26, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Gracee is a 3-year-old Blue Merle Rough collie that is very energetic and loves to play with her brother, Jax. She loves to play ball and frisbee, loves walks, attention and lots of treats. Gracee lives with three cats and her owner, Kathy Smith, in Wesley Chapel.

Spring is here!

April 26, 2022 By Mary Rathman

Steve Vinik, a regular contributor to our Local Wildlife section, grabbed his camera once again to capture this beautiful portrait of sandhill crane and its babies. Vinik lives in Lexington Oaks, in Wesley Chapel.

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05/26/2022 – Food distribution

Farm Share, the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, Pasco Sheriff Charities, the Pasco County NAACP, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay will partner for a free food distribution on May 26 starting at 9 a.m., at the Boys & Girls Club of Lacoochee, 38724 Mudcat Grant Blvd., in Dade City. Food will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. The event is a drive-thru, rain or shine. … [Read More...] about 05/26/2022 – Food distribution

05/26/2022 – Lawn fertilization

Keep Pasco Beautiful will host a workshop for HOAs, homeowners and anyone who wants to learn how to properly maintain their lawn, on May 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Patel College of Global Sustainability, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Room 136, in Tampa. Panelists will include members from the Tampa Bay Estuary Program and the University of Florida Pasco Extension Office, who will explore a range of fertilization topics. For information and to register, visit EventBrite.com. … [Read More...] about 05/26/2022 – Lawn fertilization

05/28/2022 – Memorial Day Concert

The “Let’s Do Good Memorial Day Concert” is scheduled for May 28 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., to benefit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Tunnel to Towers provides mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children, and builds custom-designed smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. The foundation is committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and aiding the victims of major U.S. disasters. The event will include vendors, gifts, a Forget-Me-Not Garden, and more. Entertainment will be provided by Fred Chandler, Charles Goodwin, Cruz Er Mac, Mike Henderson, and Travis White. Special guests include Congressman Gus Bilirakis and State Sen. Danny Burgess. Rain date is Sept. 10. … [Read More...] about 05/28/2022 – Memorial Day Concert

05/28/2022 – Pet supply drive

Munchies Natural Pet Foods, 1722 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host a Pet Supply Drive on May 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., to benefit the Pet Peace of Mind Program at Gulfside Hospice. Gulfside team members will be on site to offer information about the program and to collect donated supplies, such as pet food, cat litter, treats, basic supplies and other items. The donations will be distributed to hospice patients, to help provide care for their pets. For information about the Peace of Mind program, visit Gulfside.org, or call 727-845-5707. … [Read More...] about 05/28/2022 – Pet supply drive

05/28/2022 – Seafood Festival-CANCELLED

The North Tampa Bay Chamber’s Summer Seafood Festival is scheduled for May 28 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at the Tampa Premium Outlets, 2300 Grand Cypress Drive in Lutz, between the outlets and At Home. There will be seafood, crab races, a kids zone, live bands, craft beer, a local market, a Nautical Art Show, and a crab claw-eating contest. For information, call 727-674-1464. … [Read More...] about 05/28/2022 – Seafood Festival-CANCELLED

05/30/2022 – Memorial Day Ceremony

Lexington Oaks Community Center, 26304 Lexington Oaks Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, will host a Memorial Day Ceremony on May 30 from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., in front of the big flag. There will be patriotic songs and readings, and the playing of "Taps."  The event is weather permitting. … [Read More...] about 05/30/2022 – Memorial Day Ceremony

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