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HUD to grant $1.2M to local nonprofit for low-income older adults to age in place
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded three organizations across the country more than $3.7 million to help keep low-income older adults in their homes and safely age in place, and one local nonprofit is benefiting the most. It’s part of HUD’s Older Adults Home Modification Program,...
South Florida felon votes for first time in nearly 30 years
MIAMI — Dwight Spencer has been out of prison since 2017, and he's still having trouble finding steady work. Spencer was convicted of felony drug possession charges in Florida in the 1990s. He was also convicted of federal charges and spent 20 years in federal prison before President Barack Obama commuted his sentence. "I was very happy but still a little weary of coming back to society," Spencer said. He also just got back his right to vote. Florida voters passed Amendment 4 in 2018, which restores a felon's right to vote once they complete all terms of their sentence....
Pasco County deputies investigating shooting between roommates in Wesley Chapel
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Pasco County deputies are now investigating a shooting after an apparent argument between roommates in Wesley Chapel, according to a news release. Deputies responded to the report of the shooting in the Thackery Way area and determined a heated argument might have sparked gunfire between the three men, the release said.
Port Richey Brothers Plead Guilty to Trafficking Over 100 Kilograms of Fentanyl and Other Drugs
In a case that sheds light on the scale of the drug distribution networks operating within the state, two brothers from Port Richey have admitted to their roles in a massive narcotics operation. Marcus Fowler, 33, and Pierre Fowler, 35, entered guilty pleas for conspiring to distribute significant quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
A reloaded Wiregrass Ranch opens season with dominating win
WESLEY CHAPEL — The new kids are all right. After registering their first winning record in four years last season and adding a playoff win to boot, the Bulls saw the brunt of their high-scoring, record-setting attack pick up their diplomas and leave the campus. But a stellar influx of transfers appears to have not only kept the squad level, but may have created a net improvement.
Prescribed Fire Scheduled at Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
PORT RICHEY, FL – Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park will be conducting a prescribed fire Saturday, August 24th, beginning at 10:00 AM. The fire will be in the area of the park entrance and behind Walmart (8701 US Highway 19). Firefighters from the Port Richey Fire Department and Florida...
Busch Gardens Confirms Permanent Closure in September, Offers Guests a Chance To Say Goodbye
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay confirmed some sad news today. Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort may steal most of the attention in Florida, but Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is one of the OGs of the state’s theme park scene. Years before Walt Disney started scouting out land for his next project, the park opened in 1959 as a simple brewery tour offering free beer samples, the park was originally called “The Dark Continent” and was designed to give visitors a taste of Africa through animal exhibits and gardens.
Bay Area animal rescues struggling to stay afloat amid rising vet bills and spike in strays
PALM HARBOR, Fla. - The Suncoast Animal League in Palm Harbor had to pause animal intakes for the first time in its 18 years of existence. "We’ve always prided ourselves on when an animal comes to us, and it needs something, no matter what that something is, we provide it to them," said Rick Chaboudy, Executive Director of the Suncoast Animal League.
Bradenton endurance athlete plans cross-country record quest for Wounded Warrior Project
Bradenton endurance athlete running for Wounded Warrior A Bradenton endurance athlete and accountant with a history of running for charitable causes will begin a new quest in September that includes a goal to set a U.S. record for the fastest cross-country run. A send-off event is planned on Saturday from 4-7 p.m. at...
Bern’s Steak House has a NEW food truck. Here’s where to find it…
No reservations needed…(but, you will need a game day ticket.) Bern’s Steak House is debuting it’s first-ever food truck, and you can give it a taste the next time you attend a Tampa Bay Sun FC game at the Riverfront Stadium in downtown Tampa. But why a food truck now, and why at the Tampa...
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