Pasco mourns loss of commissioner
The Pasco Board of County Commissioners has announced the passing of Pasco County Commissioner Vice Chair Gary Bradford. Bradford passed away on April 21 with his wife, family and friends by his side. Bradford served the county with dedication and ...
Expo aims to help residents prepare for year-round disasters
Pasco County Emergency Management will host the 2024 Disaster Expo on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Pasco Safety Town, 15362 Alric Pottberg Road in Shady Hills. The expo’s goal is to help prepare residents not only ...
DeSantis signs education reform bill into law
(The Center Square) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an education reform bill into law that will have long-reaching implications for the state's education system. House Bill 1285 does several things, including addressing school districts with "Turn-Around" status, repeals the ...
Rezoning clears way for development of large subdivision
A zoning amendment approved by Pasco County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on April 10 makes it possible for a large subdivision to be developed within the Villages of Pasadena Hills (VOPH) after other requirements are met. Plans call for ...
Enjoy summer camp at a local YMCA
As the weather turns warm, and the end of the school year gets that much closer, so does the thought of keeping children busy and off their devices. The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is here to help with your family’s ...
Tunnel to Towers breaks ground on amenity center
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which has been providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children since 9/11, broke ground on April 15 for the Let Us Do Good Village Amenity Center in Land ...
Two changes you may notice at your next dentist appointment
Practices in oral and overall health care continually advance to keep you well. Here are two changes affecting dental care you might notice at your next visit. 1. Updated recommendations for dental X-rays. In the past, when your dentist took ...
Dade City’s ‘crown jewel’ shines brightly
With hundreds of people involved and hundreds of thousands of dollars spent, a renovated Touchton Park in Dade City officially opened on April 4 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The conclusion of the two-year project was celebrated with remarks from dignitaries ...
Public input session seeks feedback
Pasco County’s Department of Public Works is launching a major project to update its Stormwater Master Plan, which will identify stormwater areas of concern, as well as strategies and projects to help reduce flooding and improve drainage across unincorporated areas ...
State to penalize those who expose law enforcement officers to fentanyl
(The Center Square) — Penalties are set to increase in the Sunshine State for those who expose law enforcement officers to fentanyl, after new legislation was signed Monday. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate bills 718 and 66. The first creates ...
Practice Earth Day, every day
Since the first observance of Earth Day in 1970, the designation has grown into the largest civic observance in the world, according to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) website. The day is an opportunity to think about how ...
Large employment project gains initial approval
A rezoning request for property within Pasco County’s I-75 Interstate Employment Area gained initial approval from the Pasco County Planning Commission during its April 4 meeting. The approximately 745-acre site is located north of State Road 52 and west of ...
Juvenile Choice Program opens to ages 11 to 17
The Pasco Sheriff’s Office (PSO) has announced its Juvenile Choice Program is now open to anyone ages 11 to 17, according to a news release. The program is geared toward mentoring youth by highlighting the real consequences of bad decisions ...
Closing the STEM skills gap to create new possibilities for kids
Over the next decade, it’s projected that nearly 3.5 million manufacturing and STEM-related jobs will be available, yet 2 million are expected to go unfilled due to a skills gap, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Advocates ...
New Florida law increases penalties for organized retail theft, porch piracy
(The Center Square) — Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law on Tuesday a measure designed to combat organized retail theft and porch piracy. DeSantis signed House Bill 549, which lowers the threshold value for third-degree felony theft. The governor added ...
What every mom and soon-to-be-mom needs to know about their heart
Over the last three decades, the United States has seen pregnancy-related deaths rise nearly 140%, and heart disease continues to be the leading cause. Furthermore, women who have prenatal complications, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes, have a ...
State board approves premium reimbursement formula to help insurers
(The Center Square) — The Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund (FHCF) Advisory Council has approved a new premium reimbursement formula that will help alleviate the burden on insurance companies operating in Florida. The FHCF operates under the State Board of Administration ...
State plans to accelerate critical road projects
(The Center Square) — Florida will be accelerating its road projects, which are poised to finish 10 to 20 years ahead of schedule. Gov. Ron DeSantis approved House Bill 1301, which will include a 14.7-mile road widening project on Interstate ...
State to provide more toll relief for commuters
(The Center Square) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that Floridians will receive additional funding for toll relief. Toll relief began April 1 and will save some commuters who frequently drive through toll plazas hundreds of dollars over the ...
Young local talent shines bright at 41st ‘Spotlight on Talent’
“Spotlight on Talent” held its 41st annual talent competition on March 16 showcasing some of Central Florida’s best young performing artists. The prestigious competition featured over 120 students aged 6 to 18 giving performances as singers, dancers and instrumentalists, and ...
State data shows electricity rates remain constant for most Floridians
(The Center Square) — Florida’s electricity rates are set to decrease slightly over the coming months for some customers, while others will likely remain the same. According to data from the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC), electricity rates remain steady ...
Public Works department recognized for innovation
Pasco County works to maintain more than 600 guardrails across the county — each one different from the other — knowing the rails help keep the traveling public safe. Monitoring, repairing and upgrading guardrails is a major job, and Pasco’s ...
Housing organization recognized as a top workplace
Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas & West Pasco Counties has been named a 2024 Tampa Bay Times Top Workplaces winner. Habitat Pinellas & West Pasco is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International and is part of a ...
DeSantis signs bill to help property owners more easily eject squatters
(The Center Square) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Wednesday that he says will end the problem of squatters taking over homes in the Sunshine State. DeSantis stated that squatters have taken over homes in states like New York ...
Promote happiness with this Mother’s Day gift guide
Sometimes, it’s the little things in life that can make one’s day. Use this Mother’s Day gift guide to promote happiness in your mom’s life: Better Mornings Coffee and tea have been scientifically proven to boost happiness. But if your ...
Governor signs bill allowing larger bottles for Florida wineries
(The Center Square) — Florida residents will be able to upsize their wine purchases after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law on Thursday. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 583, which will allow Florida winemakers and distributors to ...
State utility to refund $5M to customers over nuclear plant outages
(The Center Square) — The Florida Public Service Commission approved a settlement Tuesday that will allow Florida Power & Light to provide its customers with a reimbursement. FPL will reimburse its customers $5 million after they were charged "replacement" power ...
Pasco’s conservation area expands
More than 300 acres of property in southwest Pasco County have been designated as a conservation area. The zoning of the nearly 318-acre parcel near Lutz was changed from RES-1 (Residential-1 Du/Ga) and AG-R (Agricultural/Rural) to CON (Conservation Lands) by ...
DeSantis signs ban on social media for children under age 14
(The Center Square) — Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a controversial new bill into law on Monday that will prohibit the use of social media platforms by children. House Bill 3 requires that social media platforms be regulated to prohibit minors ...
County offers ‘Safe Place’ locations for youth in need
National Safe Place Week helps to raise awareness about the vital program, Safe Place, that provides kids ages 10 to 17 who are in crisis access to immediate support services. Whether there was a fight with their parents or they ...
Traffic from proposed Hudson subdivision won’t have access to Hazel Avenue
After more than two hours of discussion, the Pasco County Planning Commission decided at its March 21 meeting to not permit vehicular access onto Hazel Avenue from a proposed subdivision in Hudson. The commissioners agreed by a vote of 4-2 ...
New members sought for historic board
The City of Zephyrhills is actively seeking three additional members to join its Historic Preservation Board, according to a news release. The Board administers various programs aimed at preserving the city’s heritage, including Historic Façade Grants and the review of ...
Support the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters
The five Pasco County Tax Collector’s offices will feature Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) as its April Charity of the Month. All donations made in person to the tax collector offices, through the mail or online will benefit BBBS. “Children ...
Report: New technology could assist growth in Florida’s manufacturing sector
(The Center Square) — A recently released report has shown huge growth in Florida's manufacturing sector, which is responsible for almost half a million jobs in the Sunshine State. Florida TaxWatch has released the Unleashing Digital Transformation: 2023 MakeMore Manufacturing ...
Report: State officials closed more than 1,300 Medicaid fraud cases in 2022
(The Center Square) — According to a recent report, the Florida Legislature’s research arm found that state officials closed more than 1,300 Medicaid fraud cases in 2022. The Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA) released its biennial ...
State unemployment rate continues to trend below national average
(The Center Square) — Recently released statistics show that Florida’s unemployment rate remains below the national average. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of February 2024, the Sunshine State has an unemployment rate of 3.1%, an increase ...
What families with college-bound students need to know this spring
Perhaps even more nerve-wracking than waiting for your child’s college acceptance letters is learning whether they’ve been awarded financial aid. Recent changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) designed to simplify the process have led to unforeseen ...
Pediatricians can help teens quit vaping and using tobacco
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the United States and it almost always begins during adolescence. According to leading medical advocates, pediatricians have a role to play in getting kids to quit vaping electronic ...
Major Land O’ Lakes intersection to close for paving
The intersection of U.S. 41 and S.R. 54 will be closed for milling and paving work from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through Thursday (April 1 - April 4) nights, weather permitting. All traffic will be directed to turn ...
Father and Son Love Free Food Pantry in dire straits: ‘do or die’ time has arrived
A food pantry that has provided for thousands of desperate people for nearly six years, itself is now in desperate need of financial assistance. The monthly rent at the Father and Son Love Free Food Pantry doubled nine months ago, ...
Call it puppy love – Dade City Dogs’ Day packs ‘em in for 14th year
Every dog has its day, as the saying goes, and organizers of Dogs’ Day in Dade City made sure of that on March 16 with an event that drew plenty of pooches eager to claim their spotlight. Staged in downtown ...
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