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Tampa Electric Is Committed To Reliable And Affordable Power For West Central Florida
TAMPA ELECTRIC IS COMMITTED TO RELIABLE AND AFFORDABLE POWER FOR WEST CENTRAL FLORIDABy Archie Collins, President & CEO, Tampa Electric Tampa Electric has served West Central Florida since 1899. Our team of more than 2,500 employees live here, raise families here, volunteer here and serve the communities we share with our customers. We know what customers expect from us: reliable power, affordable bills, responsible planning and honest answers. Recent commentary in the Tampa Bay Times has raised
Help Preserve Pasco’s Natural Beauty ~~Volunteers Needed for Countywide Cleanup~~
Help Preserve Pasco’s Natural Beauty~~Volunteers Needed for Countywide Cleanup~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Get your volunteer hands ready! Keep Pasco Beautiful is partnering with Pasco County for the annual Keep Pasco Beautiful Cleanup. Volunteers will pick up litter along roadways and in public spaces to help keep our community clean and safe. About 80 percent of the trash in our waterways starts on land. By removing litter before it enters the stormwater system, volunteers help prevent debris from
Pasco Animal Services Waives Fees for Clear the Shelters™
Pasco Animal Services Waives Fees for Clear the Shelters™~~Adoption campaign has helped more than 1.3M pets find homes nationwide~~ LAND O’ LAKES, FL ---- Your next furry family member is waiting! Pasco County Animal Services (PCAS) is waiving adoption fees for all available dogs and cats as part of NBCUniversal Local’s annual Clear the Shelters™ event Wednesday, August 26 through Sunday, August 30. Adoptions include spaying or neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. If you live in Pasco, you’re
Saint Leo University Enters 2026-27 Academic Year Focused on Preparing Students for the Future of Wo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Saint Leo University Enters 2026-27 Academic Year Focused on Preparing Students for the Future of WorkSaint Leo University 2026-27 by the Numbers:Nearly 850 new students at University Campus10+ new academic programs$4.8 million in recent state and donor investments100% of students to receive AI trainingST. LEO, Fla. (August 19, 2026) – Saint Leo University is entering the 2026-27 academic year with expanded academic programs, new student resources, and a continued focus on becoming the
Modern Fire Service Arrives in Wesley Chapel
Modern Fire Service Arrives in Wesley Chapel~~Station 2 expands Fire Rescue’s ability to support a rapidly growing community~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Wesley Chapel has a brand-new fire station — and it’s built for the future. Pasco County Fire Rescue(PCFR) celebrates the grand opening of Station 2, officially launching a brand‑new service area in Wesley Chapel. As the community continues to grow, this station expands PCFR’s ability to respond quickly, effectively and with the full strength of a modern
Free Rides to the Polls on Primary & General Election Days
Free Rides to the Polls on Primary & General Election Days~~Make your voice heard with a free ride from GoPasco~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Ride for free as you make your vote count on both Primary Election and General Election Days! Pasco County Public Transportation (GoPasco) is offering free bus rides to the polls Tuesday, August 18, and Tuesday, November 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Just show your valid Voter Information Card to take advantage of this free service! These free rides are made possible for
WATSON CLINIC ANNOUNCES UPCOMING CPR CLASS SCHEDULE
WATSON CLINIC ANNOUNCES UPCOMING CPR CLASS SCHEDULE Lakeland, FL – Watson Clinic is pleased to offer a series of resuscitation classes that are open to the public. Led by Watson Clinic ACLS Instructor Claire Jaworsky, RN, BSN, each class provides participants with the training and certification they need to become proficient in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association. In addition, we now offer
2026 ‘Two Good Soles Shoes & Socks Drive’ Underway
2026 ‘Two Good Soles Shoes & Socks Drive’ Underway~~Pasco Government and Constitutional Offices’ annual drive helps local students~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Support student success by stepping forward! The 11th annual Two Good Soles Shoes and Socks Drive is underway with Pasco County Government and Constitutional offices working together to collect footwear for kids in Pasco County Schools through October 16, 2026.You can donate new shoes and socks in collection boxes at Pasco County Government locations
News: Tampa Electric Storm Recovery Charge Ends One Month Ahead of Schedule, Starting in August
Tampa Electric Storm Recovery Charge Ends One Month Ahead of Schedule The storm recovery charge is ending one month sooner than expectedBills will be 11% to 12% less than what customers would have otherwise paidThe reductions will become more noticeable as temperatures drop this fall Starting in August, Tampa Electric customers will no longer see the storm recovery charge on their bills, a full month ahead of schedule. As a result, bills will be 11% to 12% less than what customers would have otherwise
WATSON CLINIC RECRUITS ADDITIONAL PHYSICIAN & PROVIDERS
Lakeland, FL – Watson Clinic recently welcomed the following new additions to their team of expert physicians and providers. Ruby E. Martinez, OD is an Optometry specialist who treats patients from Watson Clinic Main at 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland. Her areas of expertise include comprehensive eye exams for patients of all ages, and the management and treatment of complex eye diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye and glaucoma. Dr. Martinez earned her Bachelor of
Pasco Rolls Out New Services to Boost Small Businesses
Pasco Rolls Out New Services to Boost Small Businesses~~One-on-one concierge service to help navigate development & permitting processes~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Pasco County Government is boosting small businesses – in a big way! Our new Work Local Small Business Support Program is designed to help locally owned small businesses get started – or expand – with confidence. The first initiative of this new program is our Small Business Concierge Service. “This new service is part of Pasco’s ongoing
Be Storm-Ready: Hurricane Season is Here!
Be Storm-Ready: Hurricane Season is Here!~~Download your 2026 disaster guide today at MyPasco.net~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Hurricane season is officially underway, and Pasco County Emergency Management encourages you to take steps now to protect your family, pets and property. Preparing early ensures you’re ready long before a storm is on the horizon. Our 2026 Disaster Preparedness Guide is now available — redesigned, expanded and fully interactive. It includes evacuation zone maps, shelter
Pasco Students: Ride All Summer Long for $20
Pasco Students: Ride All Summer Long for $20~~ Summer Haul Pass provides unlimited bus rides ~~PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- It’s back! Students can spend the summer hanging out with friends – and avoid spending a lot of money getting there! If you have a valid student ID and your Summer Haul Pass, you can ride Pasco County Public Transportation (GoPasco) buses all summer for just $20! This special student rate runs through June, July and August 2026! WHAT: Summer Haul Pass WHEN: June 1 –
