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Pasco County Extension Hosts 4-H Open House
Pasco County Extension Hosts 4-H Open House~~Explore opportunities and meet the youth and leaders who bring 4-H to life~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Discover leadership, citizenship and life skills – all while having fun! UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension Service invites you and your family to our community 4-H Open House Thursday, August 27. WHAT: 4-H Open House WHEN: Thursday, August 27 5:30 to 7 p.m.(Drop in anytime during event
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
Tech Entrepreneur Arnie Bellini Commits $2 Million to Saint Leo University Cybersecurity Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Tech Entrepreneur Arnie Bellini Commits $2 Million to Saint Leo University Cybersecurity ProgramGift establishes Master of Science in Cybersecurity Executive Track focused on leadership, strategy, and innovation ST. LEO, Fla. (August 4, 2026) – As cyber threats continue to target businesses, government agencies, and critical infrastructure nationwide, Saint Leo University is expanding its efforts to prepare executive-level cybersecurity leaders through a $2 million commitment from
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
UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension Hosts Prevention Kitchen
UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension Hosts Prevention Kitchen~~Free workshop teaches strategies to reduce breast cancer risk~~ DADE CITY, FL ---- UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension is hosting Prevention Kitchen: Breast Cancer at the One Stop Shop in Dade City. WHAT: Prevention Kitchen: Breast Cancer Educational Workshop WHERE: One Stop Shop 15029 14th StreetDade City WHEN: Friday, August 28, 2026 10:30 a.m. This free educational program teaches
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Press Release: $130,000 Gift from Wesley Chapel Dealerships Will Help Build Affordable Homes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWesley Chapel Automotive Dealers Unite to Sponsor Entire Habitat for Humanity Home with $130,000 Gift WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. (July 2026) Habitat for Humanity of East and Central Pasco County is proud to announce an extraordinary commitment from three leading local automotive dealerships,Wesley Chapel Toyota, Wesley Chapel Mazda, and Wesley Chapel Chevrolet—who have joined forces to provide a $130,000 Whole Home Sponsorship, making homeownership possible for a deserving local
Pasco Florida’s Sports Coast Earns National Recognition
Pasco Florida’s Sports Coast Earns National Recognition~~One of 23 Florida organizations to receive this honor~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Pasco County’s go‑to team for sports, tourism and unforgettable visitor experiences scores a major win! Florida’s Sport Coast (FSC) is excited to announce our official accreditation from the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP), a respected global standard administered by Destinations International. This accreditation demonstrates that FSC not only meets
Florida’s Sports Coast Kicks off 2026 Scallop Season
Florida’s Sports Coast Kicks off 2026 Scallop Season~~Locals and visitors invited to dive into one of Pasco’s favorite summer traditions~~ PASCO COUNTY, FL ---- Grab your masks and fins — Bay Scallop Season is back, and Pasco County is ready to ride the wave of summer excitement. Beginning July 10 through August 18, this 40‑day celebration invites locals and visitors to dive into one of the Gulf’s most iconic family adventures. “Scallop season brings an unmatched sense of adventure to Florida’s Sports
Price 4 Limo Gears Up For Another Busy Weekend!
June 19, 2026 — Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos, America's largest and highest-rated limo, party bus, and charter bus company, is proud to announce it is fully geared up to serve hundreds of groups across the United States this weekend — June 19–21, 2026. From stretch limos rolling out for Juneteenth celebrations in Philadelphia, to party buses loading up fan groups heading to the College World Series Finals in Omaha, to full-size motorcoaches shuttling gallery crowds to Shinnecock Hills for the final round
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 –
