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Back-to-school events happening around Pasco and Hernando
School is out and the kids are playing, but back-to-school events are already starting. Free school physicals are taking place this month, and other events are quickly approaching. Here’s a list of school supply giveaways, tax-free shopping days and other ways to get ready to head back to the classroom.
San Antonio Scoops Up Sweet Deals for National Ice Cream Day
San Antonio cools down with sweet deals on National Ice Cream Day. According to KSAT, a number of ice cream parlors are rolling out specials today. Burger King is offering a free soft-serve cup or cone to Royal Perk members with at least a $1 purchase. For a more local...
Brooksville's wastewater situation more dire than thought
BROOKSVILLE – The city’s wastewater crisis is pushing the system closer to its limits — and exceeding those limits could cost a lot. The problem of stormwater leaking into the system is causing the city to push toward its cap of 1.9 million gallons of wastewater per day, Public Works director Richard Weeks said at a July 15 meeting of City Council.
Political Fundraiser to Support Gabriel “Gabe” Papadopoulos!
We are thrilled to invite you to a special event in support of Gabriel “Gabe” Papadopoulos, who is running for Pasco County Commissioner. This fundraiser is a crucial opportunity to gather as a community, show our support, and help fuel a campaign dedicated to making Pasco County a better place for all.
Lead Foot City operator eager to see racing at site
BROOKSVILLE — There’s a lot of engine noise at Lead Foot City, but it’s not from racing. It’s from construction. On one recent morning, Achilles Thomas and his son, Evan, 19, were watching as workers constructed a 1/8-mile concrete drag strip on the elder Thomas’ property at 17109 Old Ayers Road in Brooksville. Around them, other improvements are in the works.
Hillsborough Seeking New Hearing In Pebble Creek Rezoning Case
Judge ‘Quashes’ County Commission’s Decision To Prevent Rezoning Of The Golf Course. So, What’s Next?. Long-time Pebble Creek resident Leslie Green is still in limbo, but it’s nothing new for the founder of “Save Pebble Creek,” the organization she started two years ago in an effort to prevent Pebble Creek Golf Club owner Bill Place and his Ace Golf from rezoning the golf course land to allow for further residential development.
County staff seeks $890M budget; commissioners say try again
BROOKSVILLE – County government is continuing to grow, to the tune of almost $890 million in the budget request for fiscal 2025. That’s $121.6 million more than last year, or 15.86%. General fund reserves would be set at 25%, or $44.5 million. The county’s growth increases revenue but...
Pasco County expands road paving program, adding a new county road tax
LACOOCHEE, Fla. — Pasco County approved a new tax that will change how much homeowners pay for paving and maintaining roads in some parts of the county. For years, if people in Pasco County wanted road improvements, they had to vote. If the majority of their neighbors agreed, then people in the neighborhood had to dip into their pockets and split the cost of the project.
Grand Blvd. Bridge Replacement Project Community Meeting
Subject: PUBLIC MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT, Grand Boulevard (CR 595) Bridge over Pithlachascotee River/Bridge Replacement Project in Pasco County / RSQ-KM-22-178 / Public Meeting on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pasco County and the City of New Port Richey invites you to attend and participate in a public...
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