GoPasco launches new bus route
LAND O’ LAKES – Pasco County Public Transportation (GoPasco) will introduce a new bus route serving the Land O’ Lakes area beginning Jan. 5.
Route 41 will provide weekday service with access to Route 54, which connects New Port Richey and Zephyrhills and offers regional connections with HART and PSTA. The route includes 16 northbound stops and 15 southbound stops.
Key stops include Heritage Park, Land O’ Lakes High School, Pasco County Utilities Building, Tax Collector’s Office, USPS, Walmart (U.S. 41 and Dale Mabry), and the Pasco County Corrections Visitation & Resource Center.
Schedules and route details are available at mypas.co/BusRoutes. Riders can track buses in real time using the myStop app.
Pasco County commissioners reorganizes
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Pasco Board of County Commissioners reorganized at its Dec. 9 meeting.
The board elected Jack Mariano as chair, Seth Weightman as vice chair and Lisa Yeager as second vice chair.
“I’m honored to begin serving as chair of this commission,” Mariano said. “Pasco County has made tremendous progress in becoming a place where people want to live, work and build their future. I look forward to continuing that momentum and ensuring Pasco remains a county of opportunity, innovation and quality of life for all.”
The board consists of the following members: Ron Oakley (District 1), Seth Weightman (District 2), Kathryn Starkey (District 3), Lisa Yeager (District 4) and Jack Mariano (District 5).
Pasco County Commission meetings are usually held every other Tuesday, alternating between the West Pasco Government Center in New Port Richey and the Historic Pasco County Courthouse in Dade City.
Zephyrhills announces 2026 Photography Contest
ZEPHYRHILLS – The City of Zephyrhills and the Zephyrhills Community Redevelopment Agency are inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to enter the 2026 City of Zephyrhills Photo Contest.
Participants are encouraged to submit one original digital photo showcasing a local landmark or meaningful place in Zephyrhills, from historic sites and parks to public art, iconic signs and community gathering spots.
Prizes include $300 for first place, $200 for second and $100 for third. The first-place entry will also be submitted to the FCCMA Statewide Photo Contest.
Entries are due Jan. 5 by 11:59 p.m. Email submissions to and include your name and phone number. Rules are available at zephyrhills.gov or .
Pasco County offices to close for Christmas holiday
PASCO COUNTY – Pasco County Board of Commissioners offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 25, and Friday, Dec. 26, in observance of Christmas. Offices will reopen Monday, Dec. 29.
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources offices, recreation complexes and community centers will be closed through Saturday, Dec. 27, though parks and beaches will remain open from dawn to dusk.
GoPasco will not operate on Dec. 25 and will resume regular service on Dec. 26; administrative offices will remain closed.
Libraries will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, through Saturday, Dec. 27.
Animal Services facilities will be closed with emergency response only; adoption services reopen Dec. 27.
Solid waste facilities will be closed Dec. 25. They will also be closed to the public Dec. 26; however, they will be open to Pasco County licensed commercial haulers.
Pasco County offices to close for New Year’s holiday
PASCO COUNTY – Pasco County Board of Commissioners offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, and Friday, Jan. 2, in observance of New Year’s. Government offices will reopen Monday, Jan. 5.
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources offices, recreation complexes and community centers will be closed through Saturday, Jan. 3, though parks and beaches remain open dawn to dusk.
GoPasco will not operate Jan. 1 and will resume regular service Jan. 2, with administrative offices closed.
Libraries will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, through Jan. 2.
Animal Services facilities will be closed, with emergency response only; adoption services reopen Jan. 3.
Solid waste facilities will be closed Jan. 1. They will be closed to the public Jan. 2; however, they will be open to Pasco County licensed commercial haulers.
