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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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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Fifth-graders run a city as BizTown celebrates 20 years

TAMPA – Nearly 120 fifth-graders ran an entire city recently within The Florida Aquarium. Aquarium staff joined the students inside their storefront, stepping into their world of budgets, businesses and boardroom decisions. One student even served as CEO for the ...
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Letter: How am I making a difference?

While Black History Month is a time to honor the men and women who bravely and boldly paved the way for the African Americans who came after them, it’s also an opportunity to look to the future and ask yourself: ...
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SMARTstart to host GROW Pasco for entrepreneurs 

LUTZ – The Pasco Economic Development Council is hosting the sixth annual GROW Pasco event through its SMARTstart program on March 19 at the Saint Leo University Wellness Center in San Antonio.  This conference-style event, presented by Suncoast Credit Union, brings ...
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Aquarium earns kudos for sea turtle conservation 

TAMPA – The Florida Aquarium was named a Lightning Community Hero during a recent Tampa Bay Lightning home game.  The honor, presented by the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation, includes a $50,000 grant designated to support the aquarium’s sea turtle rehabilitation ...
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St. Joseph’s Hospital-North adds third surgical robot

LUTZ – St. Joseph’s Hospital-North expanded its robotic surgery services with the addition of a third surgical robot in January to keep up with demand. The three robots are guided by surgeons who are specially trained and experienced in robotic surgery ...
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News Briefs (02/18/26): Bilirakis holding senior forums

Bilirakis to hold local senior forums NEW PORT RICHEY – Congressman Gus Bilirakis will host three senior forums across Florida’s 12th Congressional District.  Older adults can hear updates on recent tax policy changes, legislative developments benefiting seniors, community resources that support ...
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Health & Wellness (02/13/26): NHL Lightning visit patients 

Lightning players, mascot brighten day for pediatric patients  TAMPA – Tampa Bay Lightning players left the ice Feb. 4 to meet young patients at AdventHealth Tampa.  Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh, goaltender Jonas Johansson and mascot ThunderBug visited the pediatric unit ...
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Business Digest (02/18/26): Lazar makes Young Guns & Legends List

Lazar included in Young Guns & Legends List DADE CITY – Pro Builder has named Crystal Lazar, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of East and Central Pasco County, to its Young Guns & Legends list.  The annual recognition highlights ...
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PHSC boosts local economy by $563.2 million annually

NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College generates an economic impact of $563.2 million annually for the region, according to a new report by Lightcast.  The Association of Florida Colleges and the Helios Education Foundation released the Lightcast report, An Engine ...
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Chalk Talk (02/18/26): Primrose School celebrates new location

Primrose School celebrates new location WESLEY CHAPEL – Primrose School of Wesley Chapel celebrated the opening of its new location Jan. 22 on County Line Road.  Deanne and Rob Fitzpatrick are the franchise owners of this location, which marks the second ...
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SunWest Crab & Shrimp Festival returns to Hudson 

HUDSON – Florida Penguin Productions presents the 11th anniversary SunWest Crab & Shrimp Festival, sponsored by Florida’s Sports Coast, Feb. 21 and 22 at SunWest Park.  The festival attracts seafood enthusiasts for a weekend of food, live entertainment and activities for ...
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Kumquat Festival rescheduled to March 8

DADE CITY – The Greater East Pasco Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled the 29th annual Kumquat Festival to March 8 in Historic Downtown Dade City. Organizers said postponing the original festival date was a difficult decision made from an abundance ...
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What’s Happening (02/11/26): Garden club sells memorial trees

Dade City Garden Club offers Memorial Tree program DADE CITY – The Dade City Garden Club is accepting orders for memorial trees to be planted in the city and dedicated at the 2026 Arbor Day Memorial Tree program scheduled for April ...
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Watering restrictions issued amid severe drought warning

CLEARWATER – Tampa Bay Water warns of worsening drought conditions as lower-than-normal rainfall and streamflow continue across the region.  The regional utility is asking residents to comply with the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s tighter watering restrictions, which went into ...
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Tampa Theatre sees progress on $30M campaign

TAMPA – Tampa Theatre announced progress on its Second Century Campaign: a $30 million capital initiative to restore, enhance and expand the landmark as it approaches its centennial on Oct. 15.  The campaign, which is focused on preservation, education and ...
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Local Wildlife (02/11/26): Monarch butterly

Brenna Hicks spotted this monarch butterfly making a pit stop in her garden. Perhaps this butterfly needed a few sips of nectar before bringing delight to others. Photo courtesy of Brenna Hicks ...
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Pasco County recognizes Star Employees of the Year 

NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County Government recognized exceptional employees who exemplify its mission of “Serving Our Community to Create a Better Future.”  Winners of the 2025 Star Team, Star Performer and Star Leader of the Year were formally recognized Feb ...
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Business Digest (02/11/26): Chamber events

U.S. Postal Service to observe Presidents Day TAMPA – The U.S. Postal Service will observe Presidents Day on Feb. 16. All Post Office locations will be closed. Regular mail delivery and retail services will resume on Feb. 17. Customers are ...
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Emergency physician opens BODYBAR studio

WESLEY CHAPEL – Emergency physician Jen Waxler has dedicated her career to wellness. She is now bringing that passion into the fitness space. She and Scott Waxler will open the new BODYBAR Wesley Chapel on Feb. 9 at 27216 State Road ...
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Hope Services connects people to construction careers

LAND O’ LAKES – Hope Services is celebrating the graduation of its first Construction Training Class of 2026 at the organization’s Life Skills and Vocational Training Center. The nonprofit offers vocational training and job readiness for people with disabilities and others ...
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Chalk Talk (02/11/26): Saint Leo University hosts open house

001: Saint Leo University’s Spring Open House will begin with a welcome session and keynote address, followed by a resource fair to explore academic programs, career pathways and campus resources.  002: Guided campus and specialty tours will showcase academic spaces, ...
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Bank OZK donates to microloan program 

PASCO COUNTY – The Pasco Economic Development Council announced that Bank OZK has donated $4,000 to the SMARTstart Microloan Program and became a Partner Investor in the organization.  The microloan program gives entrepreneurs the funds they need to start or grow ...
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Art Fair Tampa organizers are thinking big

TAMPA – Organizers are touting the inaugural Art Fair Tampa as a global event.  The four-day celebration of contemporary art, cultural exchange and immersive creative experiences will feature 300 artists from around the world from Oct. 15 to 18 at the ...
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Health & Wellness (02/11/26): Hospital wins big award

St. Joseph's Hospital-North wins award LUTZ – St. Joseph’s Hospital-North was one of eight hospitals nationally to receive a 2025 Press Ganey Human Experience Award titled “Pinnacle of Excellence – Physician Experience Award.”  Press Ganey surveys patients from more than 41,000 ...
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LILLY supports learners beyond traditional classrooms 

ZEPHYRHILLS – Lexa Duno has supported nearly 200 families and educators in the Tampa Bay area since opening LILLY Education Foundation in July 2024.  LILLY's Village in the Valley initiative transforms how Pasco County families access resources for students who benefit ...
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Local Wildlife (02/04/26): Great blue heron poses for photos

Great blue herons don’t get nervous when they see someone with a phone or camera approaching. Some may even pose stoically on a park railing as they scout for fish and frogs. Photo courtesy of Niriksha Patel ...
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What’s Happening (02/04/26)

Feb. 4 Friends of the Library The Friends of the Library meet at New River Library. Call 813-788-6375 for details. 2-3 p.m.; 34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel Ingenuity Lab Children in grades K-5 create crowns and shields during Ingenuity ...
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News Briefs (02/04/26): Woman’s clubs give back

Pasco Fire Rescue launches new shift PASCO COUNTY – Pasco County Fire Rescue officially launching its new D‑Shift. This new shift allows crews to move from the long-standing 24‑hours‑on, 48‑hours‑off rotation to a 24‑hours‑on, 72‑hours‑off schedule. That extra day off ...
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Business Digest (02/04/26): Jimmy John’s supports nonprofit

Jimmy John’s supports veteran nonprofit TAMPA – Jimmy John’s has become a valued partner of Liberty Manor for Veterans, providing meals that are enjoyed by the veterans it serves. Liberty Manor for Veterans supports disabled and honorably discharged veterans experiencing homelessness ...
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