PASCO COUNTY – The Florida Economic Development Council has awarded Bill Cronin the Eunice Sullivan Economic Development Professional of the Year award for his work over […]
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PulteGroup opens dog park to honor Wesley Chapel family
WESLEY CHAPEL – PulteGroup’s Vida’s Way community held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 1 to celebrate the grand opening of Fudge & Rusty’s Dog Park. The park is named for beloved pets of the DePue family, whose ranch once occupied the land. The community itself honors Vida Barnes DePue, who ran the ranch solo for over 50 […]
What’s Happening (Aug. 12-18)
Aug. 12 Handwork Circle People bring in sewing and crocheting projects to work on during Handwork Circle at Land O’ Lakes Library. All Makerspace programs require closed-toe shoes and a completed waiver. 813-929-1214 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes Baby Storytime Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Baby Storytime, a lap-sit […]
Starkey appointed to national committees
PASCO COUNTY – Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey has been selected to serve on three committees at the National Association of Counties. The appointments include: Chair of the Community, Economic and Workforce Development Policy Steering Committee Vice chair of the Large Urban County Caucus Member of the International Economic Development Innovation Council “I’m thrilled to […]
PHSC’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society earns Hallmark Awards
NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society chapter has earned not one, but two Hallmark Awards at the international level. Hallmark Awards are among the most prestigious honors in Phi Theta Kappa. Pasco-Hernando State College stood out among chapters from across the globe. The Distinguished Chapter Hallmark Award recognizes the Pasco-Hernando […]
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay earns accreditation
TAMPA – The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay announced Aug. 11 that it has been reaccredited by Inform USA for a period of five years. The organization underwent a process that took 12 months and involved five phases: A consultant’s report that assessed the agency’s compliance with national standards; A detailed review of the resource database; […]
ZooTampa integrates acupuncture into veterinary care
TAMPA – ZooTampa at Lowry Park has incorporated veterinary acupuncture into treatment plans for animals with complex medical conditions, including a manatee, a black-bellied whistling duck and a roseate spoonbill chick. The initiative is led by Dr. Alex Mason, a staff veterinarian certified in veterinary acupuncture. Traditionally associated with human and domestic animal medicine, acupuncture […]
News Briefs: Shoes & socks Drive continues through Oct. 16
Shoes & socks Drive continues through Oct. 16 PASCO COUNTY – The Two Good Soles Shoes & Socks Drive is underway with Pasco County Government and Constitutional offices collecting footwear for kids in Pasco County Schools through Oct. 16. Donate new shoes and socks in collection boxes at Pasco County Government locations and the Pasco County […]
Hillsborough Briefs: Dougherty named State Fire Chief of the Year
Dougherty named State Fire Chief of the Year TAMPA – The Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association named Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Chief Jason Dougherty as Fire Chief of the Year during its annual conference in Punta Gorda, Florida. The Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association honor states: “This distinction was established to recognize a truly outstanding fire chief […]
Hillsborough library activities range from Rumpelstiltskin to résumés
TAMPA – The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative released a listing of free programs for August. These events are only a sampling of the many scheduled. Find more listings under the “Events & Classes” tab at HCPLC.org. Matchmaking a Family Tree Wednesday, Aug. 5, 3-4 p.m. New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd., […]
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What’s Happening (Aug. 5-11, 2026)
Aug. 5 Baby Storytime Land O’ Lakes Library offers a Baby Storytime, a lap-sit program suitable for babies up to age 1 and their caregivers. 813-929-1214 10:15-10:35 or 11:15-11:35 a.m.; 2818 Collier Pkwy., Land O’ Lakes Baby Storytime Wesley Chapel Library hosts Baby Storytime, a lap-sit program for babies up to age 1 and […]
Pasco rolls out new services to boost small businesses
PASCO COUNTY – Pasco County Government’s new Work Local Small Business Support Program is designed to help small businesses get started or expand with confidence. The first initiative of this new program is the Small Business Concierge Service. “By connecting early in the process to determine the most efficient path forward, we can help Pasco’s small […]
Partnership prepares Pasco County kids for school
WESLEY CHAPEL – AdventHealth partnered with Life Church on Aug. 1 to help local students head back to class with confidence through the church’s annual Back-to-School Outreach event. Throughout the morning, families received shoes, backpacks and school supplies while volunteers worked alongside community members to help students prepare for the first day of school. […]
SciLinx Cretaceous Course tees up MOSI for T. rex visit
TAMPA – Dinosaurs now roam the Museum of Science & Innovation with the debut of the SciLinx Cretaceous Course, a prehistoric twist on MOSI’s outdoor mini golf experience. Five massive dinosaurs have been added to the course. The Cretaceous Course marks the first step in a larger dinosaur transformation across the museum as MOSI prepares […]
Sports & Rec – Check This Out
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 […]
