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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.
You can now buy an entire Florida spring in Tampa Bay for $2.7 million
It's believed Florida only has around 700 natural springs, collectively delivering nearly 8 billion gallons of fresh, near 70-degree water to the surface every single day. Now one of them is for sale in Tampa Bay. Mud Springs is a a second-magnitude freshwater spring located at 0 Marys Fish Camp...
Army vet diagnosed with rare, aggressive cancer after experiencing tooth pain
A U.S. Army veteran is diagnosed with a rare, aggressive cancer after experiencing unbearable tooth pain. Brian Hooks served our country for 25 years working as a chemical officer with the U.S. Army.
Families face challenges without loved one’s death certificate after Florida Department of Health hack
HUDSON, Fla. - More than two weeks after a cyberattack on the Florida Department of Health, there are still problems for families trying to deal with the death of a loved one. State lawmakers are calling for a thorough investigation into the ransomware attack, which left the department unable to issue death certificates.
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.
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.
Oldsmar council member among those honored by Upper Tampa Bay Chamber
The Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce recently recognized several individuals for outstanding contributions to the community, including Oldsmar City Council member Sandie Grimes. Several awards were presented during a chamber ceremony last month that celebrated the achievements of individuals who make a positive impact around Oldsmar, Citrus Park, Town...
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...
Applications are Available for Housing Rehabilitation/Replacement through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Applications are Available for Housing Rehabilitation/Replacement through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The City of New Port Richey is providing housing assistance to owner-occupied households through the CDBG program in order to complete a HUD national objective through the revitalization of conditions in low to moderate income areas. Assistance will be provided in the form of a no interest deferred-payment loan. Assistance for mobile or manufactured housing built before 1996 will be included in the program but will be restricted to replacement of said structure with a site-built home, unless prohibited by local or state regulations or infeasible due to applicant or site conditions. The City has been awarded $687,500.00 (including temporary relocation as applicable) and is required to assist a minimum of 11 Households. The average allocation per house is up to but not exceeding $80,000. Below is general information on the application process.
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