Pasco school leaders hold breath during legislative crunch time
LAND O’ LAKES – Pasco County Schools Superintendent John Legg told members of the school board April 1 that the budget forecast for the district is “not looking favorable.” “We’re heading into the peak legislative time of year,” Legg told the ...
Pianist, vocalist win Spotlight on Talent scholarships
WESLEY CHAPEL – The Heritage Arts Center Association awarded $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors Conway Theel and Larkin Mainwaring during the Spotlight on Talent Performing Arts Competition on March 15 at Wesley Chapel High School. Theel’s performance on the piano ...
Pups party with their owners in Zephyrhills
ZEPHYRHILLS – Forest Lake Estates had a festive day March 23 with a dog party in honor of National Puppy Day. The event was well attended with dogs and their owners enjoying a doggie parade, stories, music and snacks. Photographer ...
Pasco County expects a ‘very lean budget’
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County is approaching budget season conservatively as staff projects modest revenue gains while dealing with must-pay expenses that put increased pressure on the general fund, according to Budget Director Amielee Farrell. She led a discussion March ...
Townhome project approved near schools in Holiday
HOLIDAY – Lennar Homes has received approval from Pasco County commissioners to develop 190 townhomes by Anclote High School and Paul R. Smith Middle School. The company had to get the county to rezone the 46-acre site from agricultural uses to ...
Butterflies, bees & garden enthusiasts to explore Dade City
DADE CITY – Putting aside the disappointment and losses suffered from Hurricane Milton, the Dade City Garden Club is gearing up for a day of celebration with butterflies, bees and free family fun taking centerstage. The Dade City Garden Club is ...
Bauducco Foods expansion is a treat for Pasco County
ZEPHYRHILLS – Bauducco Foods broke ground on a production and distribution facility March 21 at Zephyrhills Airport Industrial Park. The company, which produces more than 400,000 tons of baked goods annually, analyzed over 160 potential sites across seven states for its ...
Colors offer clues to the health benefits of foods
While we see a lot of green this month, make note of the colors on your plate year-round. Hopefully it’s not just green (or any one color) because the more colorful your produce, the more nutrition you are getting. It’s ...
Expo designed to get older adults thriving
The give and take of daily life can be so distracting that you look into the mirror one day and suddenly realize that you kind of look like your parents … when they were old. Or you may get caught off ...
Pasco County salutes retiring police chief, utility leader
DADE CITY – Pasco’s County commissioners honored two men who each recently retired after decades of service to Pasco County and Dade City on March 11. They were Ronnie Deese, who retired Jan. 17 from Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, and Chief ...
Applicant wants to make room for day care, vet clinic
DADE CITY – The Pasco County Planning Commission was favorable to a request March 6 from BDI Properties US LLC/TLE to develop a day-care center and veterinarian’s clinic. BDI sought an exception so it could move forward with plans to construct ...
Pasco County leaders explore funding strategies for parks
DADE CITY – Pasco County commissioners are considering setting parks and recreation funding aside from the general fund to better support park operations and maintenance. As the county prepares its annual budget, the needs of parks and recreation compete with the ...
News Briefs (3/19/25): Pasco to enforce permitting
Pasco to enforce permitting for hurricane damage in flood zones NEW PORT RICHEY – A final notice is being mailed to Pasco property owners in special flood hazard areas who sustained damage from Hurricanes Helene or Milton and have not applied ...
New postmaster excited to get to work
As the new postmaster for Land O Lakes, I am delighted to join this vibrant community and lead our local USPS team in delivering the trusted service you deserve. The U.S. Postal Service has been at the heart of American ...
BayCare offers new resource to combat mental health crisis
NEW PORT RICHEY – BayCare has opened a behavioral health urgent care center, the first of its kind in Florida. The new outpatient facility offers walk-in and same-day appointments for Pasco-area adults in urgent need of mental health and substance ...
Water awareness poster contest accepting entries
LAND ‘O LAKES – The 16th annual Water Awareness Poster Contest encourages elementary school students to showcase their knowledge of water conservation using their artistic skills and creativity. The STEAM program educates students about s12ience, water and the environment using curriculum ...
Church celebrating reopening of fellowship hall
NEW PORT RICHEY – Community Congregational Church New Port Richey will mark the reopening of its fellowship hall after extensive repairs with the Open Doors, Open Hearts celebration. The event will take place from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. March ...
Accessory dwelling units are possible in Pasco County
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners approved an ordinance Feb. 25 to amend the comprehensive plan to allow accessory dwelling units in future land use categories that allow single-family residential development. Accessory dwelling units are a ...
Pasco County Schools recognizes safety officer
LAND O’ LAKES – The Pasco County School Board honored Michael Baumaister, chief of safety and emergency operations, during its March 4 meeting. Baumaister was recently recognized as the FIRST School Safety Specialist of the Year by Florida’s National Summit on ...
Large expansion planned for Bayonet Point Hospital
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Pasco County Planning Commission held public hearings Feb. 20 regarding zoning requests related to a large expansion to HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital in Hudson. HCA Florida proposes to develop 600,000 square feet of hospital, 200,000 ...
Saint Leo University begins Lent with Ash Wednesday observances
ST. LEO – Saint Leo University students say they are committing to nurturing their relationship with God this Lenten season as they joined with faculty, staff and the public on Ash Wednesday, March 5. Lent is a time when Catholics ...
NFL QB Baker Mayfield gifts luxury watches to offensive line
TAMPA – The Tampa Bay Buccaneers did not win Super Bowl rings this past season but quarterback Baker Mayfield made sure his lineman felt appreciated with the next best thing. Mayfield stopped by the TAG Heuer boutique at Tampa International ...
Congresswoman Lee talks about judge shortage
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) questioned witnesses Feb. 25 at the House Judiciary Committee hearing, “Crisis of Undermanned Federal Courts.” District courts nationwide are facing more than 700,000 pending cases due to a shortage of judgeship. The U.S ...
Classroom walls to decrease distractions, increase safety in Pasco schools
LAND O’ LAKES – Pasco Schools Superintendent John Legg informed school board members on Feb. 18 that work is underway to install walls to enclose up to 700 classrooms in schools in the district. The reason for this, Legg told board ...
Tampa Bay Lightning meet pediatric patients
TAMPA – Tampa Bay Lightning players took a break from their on-ice duties Feb. 24 to spread cheer to young patients at AdventHealth Tampa. Players Nick Perbix and Jonas Johansson visited the pediatric unit and the pediatric emergency department, bringing smiles ...
Zephyrhills to celebrate Founders Day
ZEPHYRHILLS – Main Street Zephyrhills will celebrate Founders Day, a 114-year tradition, with a parade, festival and opportunities to support community organizations and local artists. The theme of this year’s event is “Celebrating Zephyrhills Then & Now” and what better way ...
Burgess pursues phone-free schools pilot program
TALLAHASSEE – State Sen. Danny Burgess (R-Zephyrhills) has filed legislation to examine the impact of phone-free school campuses on student achievement and behavior. Senate Bill 1296 establishes a pilot program in six Florida school districts that currently have or will ...
Know the differences between DASH and Mediterranean diets
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., with high blood pressure being one of the main factors of poor cardiovascular health. Two popular heart-healthy diets that you probably hear of often are ...
Science museum to enhance exhibits with smoky barbecue
TAMPA – Station House BBQ is bringing barbecued meats, classic sides with a twist and baked desserts to MOSI, Tampa's Museum of Science & Industry. MOSI guests can dig into pulled pork and chicken, smoked gouda mac and cheese, brisket ...
Former college RB grateful after heart scare
SEBRING – As a former high school and college football star, Tom Bowman has been conscious of how important a person’s health is. After his football career ended, he became a college instructor where he taught topics such as nutrition, ...
Pasco County to experiment with traffic technology
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County will explore new technology that will allow transportation engineers and planners to gauge traffic volumes as well as hone in on near-misses on specific roads. Eric Katz, of Marlin Engineering, provided an update Feb. 13 ...
St. Joseph’s Hospital-North celebrates 15th birthday
LUTZ – St. Joseph’s Hospital-North celebrated its 15th birthday on Feb. 15, marking 15 years of service to the north Tampa community. The hospital provides medical and surgical services in more than 20 specialties including breast health, cancer, gastroenterology, heart ...
Barbara’s Kitchen Jams keeps business fresh
LARGO – Barbara's Kitchen Jams is more than a store. Chef Sharon Young’s products are available at events such as Shopapalooza and local stores including ones at the Tampa Bay International Airport. The company hosts classes, including jam sessions, that ...
Pasco County sees decrease in traffic fatalities, serious injuries
NEW PORT RICHEY – The number and rate of deaths and serious injuries on Pasco County roads are trending downward despite the area’s rapid growth. The Pasco County Metropolitan Transportation Organization was one of just six MPOs in the state ...
Zephyrhills celebrates opening of Hercules Park
ZEPHYRHILLS – The City of Zephyrhills held a grand opening Feb. 13 for its first new community park in 40 years. Hercules Park is adjacent to Zephyrhills High and Woodland Elementary schools at 38100 County Road 54. Entrances to the park ...
Foods carry extra significance on New Year’s Day
As with most holidays, New Year’s celebrations are centered around food. While ordering a pizza on New Year’s Eve or Day is a popular option (those are two of the top five days for pizza delivery), a fun way to ...
News Briefs (02/19/25): Bilirakis wins Congressional Champion Award
Bilirakis receives Congressional Champion Award WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Community Development Association recognized U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) recently with the Congressional Champion Award for championing community development programs, such as the Community Development Block Grant program. Bilirakis received ...
Saint Leo University celebrates opening of nursing floor
ST. LEO – Saint Leo University celebrated the grand opening of its new nursing space Feb. 6 on the second floor of Benedictine Hall. The grand opening featured a ribbon-cutting, prayer, blessing, opening remarks and tours. “Our repurposed, state-of-the-art simulation ...
President retires from Saint Leo University
ST. LEO – Saint Leo University President Ed Dadez has retired after 25 years of service and two and a half years as president. Dadez retired for personal reasons. He announced Feb. 10 that his last day was Feb. 14 ...
GROW Pasco offers entrepreneurs helpful topics, networking
PASCO COUNTY - SMARTstart is hosting the GROW Pasco event to help educate business owners throughout Pasco County and provide an environment to network with like-minded entrepreneurs as we explore healthy mindsets to build and thrive. The event, sponsored by ...
Farmland may yield condos, commercial space
DADE CITY – The Pasco County Planning Commission recently delayed a decision until March 6 on a rezoning request made by Evans Properties Inc., on 80 acres within the Northeast Pasco Rural Protection Area. The planning commission held a lengthy public ...
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