PGA TOUR players meet future Habitat homeowner CLEARWATER – PGA TOUR players Patrick Fishburn and Hank Lebioda joined Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside […]
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Chalk Talk (03/25/26): Students dive into marine science
Students dive into marine science TAMPA – Middle and high school students from historically underserved Tampa neighborhoods will trade their backpacks for dive helmets to experience the ocean in a whole new way at The Florida Aquarium. As part of the Teen Achievers AQUA Experience, select students will take part in the aquarium’s SeaTREK […]
Book helps military families navigate autism
FORT LAUDERDALE – Military life can be both stabilizing and challenging for families raising a child with autism. While the structure and predictability of service routines can offer comfort, frequent relocations, deployments and changing support systems can disrupt the consistency many children with autism rely on to feel safe and regulated. For parents, it becomes a […]
Pasco County 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 were honored during a special ceremony on campus for their role in responding to […]
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 Trustees approved the application of Dayspring Early College Academy as a proposed public charter school […]
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 40s that night, this could have ended in tragedy. “We are committed to providing 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, where veterinarians repaired fractures to his radius and ulna using orthopedic plates. Due to […]
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 donations received. While members have been busy collecting items for the upcoming event, the funds […]
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 opened in 1948 and was billed as one of the most modern movie theaters in […]
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 for Catholic students. “Across the country, there are thousands of remarkable students graduating from […]
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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 from a wide range of disciplines, including health care, business and criminal justice, who will […]
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, games and live entertainment March 14 at Hudson High School’s track. The Hudson Community & […]
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 (GEICO), State Farm, Allstate and USAA – represent about 78% of the state’s auto insurance […]
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 Analysis Study. The study takes a closer look at how well local behavioral health services […]
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Adopt a Pet (3/26/25): English Muffin is quite the treat
English Muffin is an incredibly loving 2-year-old who lives to spread happiness. The moment she sees you, she will joyfully roll onto her back, eagerly awaiting belly rubs. Her tail never stops wagging, showcasing her happy and affectionate nature. Although English Muffin was previously adopted, she was returned because she prefers to be the only […]
USF Women’s Basketball volunteers with Habitat for Humanity
The University of South Florida Women’s Basketball team volunteered with Habitat for Humanity on Aug. 24 in Safety Harbor. The players and coaches painted the exteriors of two Habitat Homes alongside the future homeowners, the Baker and Glazman families, according to a news release. This continues USF’s tradition of community service, as various USF sports […]
PHSC golf tournament
The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation will host its annual golf tournament on Oct. 18, at the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club in Dade City. Registration will be at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. For more information, contact Jen Ferguson at 727-816-3431 or . For sponsorship opportunities, visit Giving.PHSC.edu/golf.
Reasons To Smile
Celebrate with your canine friend!
National Dog Day is Aug. 26 — an opportunity to celebrate man and woman’s best friend, and to help find loving homes for dogs in the community. Here are five ways to make a difference: Adopt a new best friend Spay and neuter. Foster first. Not ready to adopt? Fostering is a great option to […]
