Pasco Coutny EMS staff recognized for lifesaving response
WESLEY CHAPEL – AdventHealth Wesley Chapel recognized three Pasco County EMS team members March 19 for their quick action and teamwork that helped save a patient’s life during a cardiac emergency late last year. Ashley Puller, Brittney Giordano and Juan Romero ...
PHSC trustees approve first charter school
PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College is one of only a handful of Florida College System institutions approved thus far by the Florida Department of Education to serve as a charter school authorizer. In that capacity, the PHSC District Board Of ...
Rescue encourages neighbors not to abandon animals
PLANT CITY – Outside a local PetSmart store, an orange DoorDash bag was left next to the front door. Inside of this bag were 10 kittens, left alone and defenseless for an unknown amount of time. With temperatures in the ...
Local Wildlife (03/18/26): Injured panther finds home at zoo
TAMPA – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission coordinated emergency response last July for a young male panther struck by a vehicle in Southwest Florida. The response included surgery at BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital in Fort Myers, ...
News Briefs (3/18/26): Woman’s club is grateful for support
Woman’s club grateful for support LAND O’ LAKES – The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the community for their generous support and success of our annual flea market through the many ...
Renderings unveiled for Home Theatre Renewal project
ZEPHYRHILLS – Initial conceptual renderings for Zephyrhills Main Street's Home Theatre Renewal were unveiled March 9 during a Zephyrhills Community Redevelopment Agency meeting. Home Theatre, located at 38521 5th Ave., was built by lumber magnate and former mayor I.A. Krusen. It ...
Chalk Talk (03/18/26): Saint Leo launches Benedictine Society
Saint Leo launches Benedictine Society ST. LEO – Saint Leo University has launched the Benedictine Society, a leadership giving program aimed at expanding access to Catholic higher education. The program seeks multi-year leadership gifts to help close the tuition gap ...
Transformation is the topic of TEDxSaint Leo U
ST. LEO – TEDx is coming to Saint Leo University. TEDxSaintLeoU: Transformation 2026 will bring together thought leaders, innovators and community voices to explore how the world is being reshaped by powerful forces of change. The event will feature speakers ...
Hudson High School hosts Spring Festival
HUDSON – Hudson High School and the Hudson Community & Health Resource Center connected families with health, education and support services through their Annual Spring Festival. The festival featured dozens of vendors, free food, a car show, a petting zoo, ...
Business Digest (03/18/26): Auto insurers indicate average rate decrease
Florida auto insurers indicate average rate decrease TALLAHASSEE – Florida’s five largest auto insurance groups are indicating an average rate decrease of about 8% for 2026, according to the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation. The companies – Progressive, Berkshire Hathaway ...
Health & Wellness (03/18/26): Help shape behavioral health in Pasco
Help shape Pasco’s behavioral health future NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County’s Opioid Task Force is partnering with the University of South Florida’s Department of Behavioral Health Science and Practice to kick off a Behavioral Health System Capacity and Gap ...
Things to consider while incorporating fiber into your diet
March is Colorectal Awareness Month, but you may have heard year-round how diet plays a role in reducing the risk for several types of cancer, including colorectal. Getting enough fiber in your diet is one of the key things you ...
Hospital observes Colon Cancer Awareness Month
LUTZ – The endoscopy team at St. Joseph's Hospital-North is wearing special attire and decorating their area to show support and enthusiasm for life-saving colon and rectal cancer screenings. Dark blue and the dark blue ribbon are the universally recognized color ...
Chalk Talk (03/11/26): ZooTampa brings animals to schools
ZooTampa brings animals to schools TAMPA – ZooTampa at Lowry Park is bringing its Nature Nurtures outreach program back to four Hillsborough County elementary schools. The multi-year initiative features interactive presentations by ZooTampa’s Ambassador Animal Team. They’ll introduce students in kindergarten ...
Hillsborough County extends emergency ban on open burning
TAMPA – Hillsborough County extended an emergency burn ban March 12 on all outdoor open burning in all areas of the county for the ninth consecutive week. The overall dry conditions continue to increase the danger of wildfires in Hillsborough County with ...
PetSmart supports Rescue Pets of Florida with grants
TAMPA BAY – A new grant from PetSmart Charities will allow Rescue Pets of Florida to help more pets throughout the Tampa Bay area get healthy and adoption-ready. The grant will support National Adoption Week events at local PetSmart stores ...
Hope Services provides inclusive prom-style event
WESLEY CHAPEL – Hope Services is providing a prom-style celebration for young people with disabilities. The fifth annual Dance Your Dream will allow guests 14 and older to enjoy a night of music, dancing and fun – complete with a raffle and ...
Campaign designed to keep mosquitoes at bay
ODESSA – Pasco County Mosquito Control District is rolling out a campaign to rid neighborhoods of discarded tires, which are ideal breeding habitats for species that can transmit viruses. Rainwater collects in tires, which creates the perfect home for Aedes aegypti ...
Mom creates one-stop summer camp expo
WESLEY CHAPEL – Miriam Cook, founder of Family-Friendly Tampa Bay, is bringing camps from Tampa and Pasco County to one place at the 9th Annual Family Fun Fest & Summer Camp Expo. The free community event helps parents discover summer ...
Local Wildlife (03/11/26): Fluffy bat
This fluffy little creature is no morning person. If you find a bat like this, it’s best to watch from a safe distance to see if it moves. Do not touch it with your bare hands. Photo courtesy of Brenna ...
Pasco deputies trade fire with suspect in fatal shooting
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating a fatal shooting on March 9 that led to the suspect exchanging gunfire with Pasco Sheriff’s Office deputies. Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco said a man and woman were clearing ...
Edwards built jewelry brand that shines
LUTZ – Irine Edwards founded XMTX Collections after her battle with breast cancer with the intention to offer stylish, durable jewelry that women can confidently wear every day. With a strong local presence and a loyal customer following, XMTX Collections has ...
Health & Wellness (03/11/26): Surgeons provide 17 free replacements
Surgeons provide 17 free hip, knee replacements TAMPA – AdventHealth Tampa and AdventHealth Carrollwood partnered with Florida Orthopaedic Institute and Pioneer Medical Foundation to provide 17 free hip and knee replacement surgeries for uninsured Tampa Bay residents through Operation Walk USA ...
Business Digest (03/11/26): Chipotle Mexican Grill opens in Lutz
Chipotle Mexican Grill opens in Lutz LUTZ – Chipotle Mexican Grill opened a new location March 2 at 17995 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz, featuring the area’s first Chipotlane drive-thru pick-up lane for digital orders. The restaurant is open ...
AdventHealth Zephyrhills marks construction milestone
ZEPHYRHILLS – Progress on the AdventHealth Zephyrhills campus is leading to expanded, high-quality health care closer to home for Zephyrhills residents. AdventHealth and construction leaders signed the final beam during a topping out ceremony for a new medical office building ...
Pigz in Z’Hills celebrates top BBQ cooks
ZEPHYRHILLS – The Greater East Pasco Chamber of Commerce announced cooking competition winners from the 2026 Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Festival on Feb. 28 in downtown Zephyrhills. The festival serves as one of East Pasco County’s signature events, blending ...
Local Wildlife (03/04/26): Sandhill Crane
This sandhill crane opted to escape the wetlands for a bit to stretch its long legs on some dry land. This yard should do the trick. ...
Krav Maga Martial Arts expanding into new space
LUTZ – After 25 years of forging “Blackbelt Leaders” in the community, Krav Maga Martial Arts is moving just a few doors down but miles ahead in technology and design. Krav Maga Martial Arts announced the upcoming grand re-opening of its ...
Orange County Choppers gives nod to Grey Bull Rescue
TAMPA – The team at “Orange County Choppers Original” built a Speed of Need motorcycle in honor of Grey Bull Rescue during the Feb. 21 season premiere of a new Discovery Channel series. Founded by Paul Teutul Sr., Orange County ...
Health & Wellness (03/04/26): Glazer family supports medical education
AdventHealth Tampa names medical education center TAMPA – AdventHealth Tampa has named its graduate medical education facility the Glazer Center for Medical Education following a multimillion-dollar gift from the Glazer family to the AdventHealth Tampa Foundation. The center serves as a ...
Business Digest (03/04/26): Nonprofit receives generators
Nonprofit accepts donation of generators LAND O’ LAKES – Liberty Manor for Veterans has received 14 emergency generators to support residents during power outages and emergencies. The generators were donated by Sean Franklin, president of St. Paul’s Construction and Roofing ...
Hooters helping build townhomes for families
CLEARWATER – Employees from Tampa Bay area Hooters locations and the corporate office will be helping build two townhomes over the next several months for the Sanchez and Xhokli families. The Original Hooters sponsorship will cover two townhomes, making this ...
Chalk Talk (03/04/26): Fifth-graders become field scientists
Fifth-graders become field scientists APOLLO BEACH – Fifth-graders from Yates Elementary School spent a day as field scientists at The Florida Aquarium Conservation Campus in Apollo Beach. Through the aquarium’s Watershed Investigations program, students rotated among a mangrove trail, pond and ...
Nonprofit leader went from administrative assistant to CEO
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation of Florida announced the appointment of Ian David as its new president and CEO. David, who previously served as the foundation’s operations director, succeeds Debra Golinski, who retired in December ...
What’s Happening (02/25/26)
Feb. 26 Woodworking Land O’ Lakes Library invites adults ages 18+ (or youth 9+ with guardian) to use Makerspace tools for approved projects. Bring your own plans and materials. Closed-toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms required ...
News Briefs (02/25/26): Woman’s club supports veterans
Woman’s club supports veterans LAND O’ LAKES – GFWC Lutz–Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club presented a $2,000 check to Operation Patriots from the proceeds of its Tombola fundraiser to support entertainment and cookouts for veterans at Baldomero Lopez State Veterans’ Home ...
Business Digest (02/25/26): CEOs continue building Habitat home
CEOs continue building Habitat home LARGO – More than a dozen Tampa Bay-area CEOs volunteered Feb. 13 in the Ridgecrest community of Largo during Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside’s fifth annual CEO Build. The event marked the third of four ...
Health & Wellness (02/25/26): AdventHealth talks heart health
AdventHealth helps families take charge of heart health SEBRING – AdventHealth Sebring is expanding outreach to protect heart health in rural Highlands County, where residents face higher rates of heart disease. Dozens attended the hospital’s annual Every Beat Counts Heart Symposium ...
Chalk Talk (02/25/26)
App to highlight theology professor ST. LEO – Thomas Humphries, professor of philosophy, theology and religion at Saint Leo University, will be featured Feb. 23 on the Ascension App as part of the Lenten season. His reflection will premiere on ...
Motocross stars to descend on Dade City
DADE CITY – Thrill-seekers will be returning to Dade City next month for Red Bull Day in the Dirt Down South. Hundreds of motocross competitors across the U.S. will ride into Florida’s Sports Coast following Daytona Bike Week. Riders of all ...
Bresin: Nuts offer many health benefits
If you look at the food label (and hopefully you do), you’ll see that nuts are high in calories. For example, there are 170 calories in a one-ounce serving of mixed nuts, or 180 calories in a quarter cup of ...
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