WESLEY CHAPEL – AdventHealth Wesley Chapel showed Dec. 11 how music can comfort patients and their families, connect the community, and inspire gratitude during its […]
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Injured SWAT officer receives mortgage-free home
LAND O’ LAKES – Days before Christmas, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation welcomed home the newest residents of the Let Us Do Good Village, Cleveland Police SWAT Officer Jonathan Rodriguez and his family. The home dedication is part of the Tunnel to Towers’ Season of Hope, which celebrates the holiday season by delivering over 40 mortgage-free […]
What’s Happening (12/20/24): Whitney Cummings takes on motherhood on tour
Whitney Cummings has roasted the likes of Donald Trump, David Hasselhoff and the late Joan Rivers on Comedy Central. Photo courtesy of Tampa Theatre TAMPA – Whitney Cummings will soon bring her sharp wit and fearless perspective to the Tampa Theatre stage. Fans can expect her laugh-out-loud takes on the chaos of personal growth, owning her […]
News Briefs (12/20/24): Pasco County commissioners appoint leaders
Pasco County commissioners appoints leaders NEW PORT RICHEY – The Pasco Board of County Commissioners reorganized at its Dec. 10 meeting. The board elected Kathryn Starkey as chair, Jack Mariano as vice chair and Seth Weightman as second vice chair. “It’s a privilege to serve as the chair of this commission,” Starkey said. “Pasco County has […]
The Social to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants
NEW PORT RICHEY – The Social has caught the attention of America’s Best Restaurants, a national media and marketing company that showcases local, independently owned restaurants. The company will bring its “ABR Roadshow” to the restaurant on Dec. 20. The episode will be aired extensively on ABR’s social media channels at a later date. Popular […]
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 welcome 2025 would be with food that represents good things for the new year. Whether […]
East Pasco Senior Center could open in July
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County commissioners agreed at their Nov. 10 meeting to spend up to $1,070,111.36 to have construction completed on what will be the East Pasco Senior Center. Ryman Construction of Florida Inc.began constructing the 7,334-square-foot building located at 13906 Fourth St. in Dade City while Community Aging & Retirement Services Inc. (CARES) […]
PHSC helps grads get closer to their dreams
NEW PORT RICHEY – Alexis Frattini describes her journey at Pasco-Hernando State College as one of growth, resilience and achievement. Frattini graduated from PHSC with an associate degree in marketing despite having a lot on her plate. “Returning to school later than planned – 12 years after graduating high school – was a significant adjustment, but balancing owning […]
Zephyhills celebrates Raymond B Stewart Middle principal
ZEPHYRHILLS – Mayor Melonie Barh Monson recognized Joshua Borders on Dec. 9 for earning Principal of the Year honors from Pasco County Schools. Borders and his family attended the Zephyrhills City Council meeting, where he was honored for his work at Raymond B. Stewart Middle School. “We are beyond blessed in our community to have a […]
Faith group picking up where Healing Hearts Cafe left off
ZEPHYRHILLS – Healing Hearts Cafe announced Dec. 3 on social media that it was going to be moving next month to the Yankeetown Community Church in Levy County. The faith-based organization provides meals, showers and other services for people in need. “This move has come after much prayer and consideration of health concerns,” the nonprofit wrote […]
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What’s Happening (12/11/24): Poppy to share ‘Negative Spaces’ on tour
TAMPA – Grammy-nominated Poppy is following up on the release of her fifth album, “Negative Spaces,” with a North American tour in 2025. The 28-city tour includes a stop April 7 at The Ritz Ybor in Tampa. Tickets went on sale Nov 22 at LiveNation.com. “Negative Spaces” offers several singles that s Hwalk the line of […]
School district recognizes Excellence in Education finalists
TAMPA – Hillsborough County Public Schools, Hillsborough Education Foundation and others surprised 13 employees Dec. 2 with news that they were finalists for the 2025 Excellence in Education Awards. Surprise visits to schools help put a spotlight on staff considered for the Teacher of the Year, Instructional Support Employee of the Year, and Ida S. Baker […]
Deputy shoots man with gun on Thanksgiving
SHADY HILLS – Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco said a deputy-involved shooting on Thanksgiving was the result of a person of interest coming out of his home with a shotgun. Nocco said the sheriff’s office had received multiple reports of the man swinging a sword Nov. 28 on Boland Avenue. “There was an individual who was […]
Pasco sheriff outlines need for more deputies
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco told members of the Pasco County Planning Commission at their Nov. 21 meeting that he needs more deputies. Figures provided by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement show that Pasco County is the seventh most populated county in Florida but it is ranked 63rd among the state’s […]
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Ace Golf Riverview closing after 21 years
RIVERVIEW – Ace Golf Range in Riverview plans to cease operations May 4 at the close of business. A developer has obtained zoning for a 24-hour emergency medical center, medical offices and single-family homes on the golf range site. If all goes as planned, the developer will own the property as of May 22. Construction will […]
Tampa Bay Sun FC players assist with hunger relief
TAMPA – Tampa Bay Sun FC players and coaches, along with dozens of community volunteers, sorted and packaged over 16,000 pounds of food, which will provide nearly 14,000 meals through Feeding Tampa Bay. This initiative is part of the Sun’s ongoing Season of Giving campaign. The team wants to ensure families in need have access to […]
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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 […]
