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Experts discuss Tampa Bay waterways
ST. PETERSBURG – Rising pollution, stormwater runoff and aging septic systems are putting Tampa Bay’s waterways under increasing pressure. Local experts and residents gathered Nov. 19 at Green Bench Brewing Company for Our Water, Our Future: A Vision for Florida’s Coastlines, a panel discussion hosted by Ocean Conservancy and Tampa Bay Waterkeeper to explore the […]
Leader kicks off tenure by serving community
ST. LEO – Close to 1,000 students, faculty and staff came together Nov. 19 to welcome Jim Burkee as Saint Leo University’s 12th president. The welcome coincided with a Day of Service, which mobilized volunteers across campus, throughout the Tampa Bay region and into communities nationwide. “We are a university of service. But service […]
Growing hospital opens new tower
WESLEY CHAPEL – About 200 people gathered Nov. 20 to mark another major milestone in AdventHealth Wesley Chapel’s multi-year expansion project. Hospital leaders, government officials and community members participated in a ribbon cutting for the fully completed sixth floor of the new North Tower. Pasco County commissioners Seth Weightman, Ron Oakley, Jack Mariano and others […]
Chalk Talk (12/05/25): Demand high for nursing degrees
Demand high for nursing degrees NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College reports strong outcomes for its Nursing and Health Programs in 2024-25, highlighted by exceptional licensure performance and continued enrollment growth. The associate degree in nursing for registered nurses (ADN-RN) program achieved a 97.27% first-time NCLEX pass rate, above the national average of 90.63%, while […]
Tampa Theatre hosting 23rd annual WineFest fundraiser
TAMPA – For more than two decades, Tampa Theatre’s WineFest has commemorated some of the most important moments in cinematic history with themes like The Vineyard of Oz, Caskablanca and The Grapest Showman. This year, the theater’s signature fundraiser goes down the rabbit hole with Alice and her friends in Winederland, presented by SouthEast Personnel […]
Business Digiest (12/03/25): BofA donating to art nonprofits
Models promote Hooters Calendar CLEARWATER – Hooters fans can meet several 2026 Hooters Calendar Girls during a three-day signing tour Dec. 4 to 6 at Odessa, Brandon, Hillsborough, Port Richey, St. Petersburg and Clearwater locations. Calendar cover model Selena Sanchez, centerfold Ashton Johannesson, Miss June Gracie Chamberlain, Miss December Mikayla Flanagan and 19 additional local models […]
U.S. Rep. Castor gives boost to veteran nonprofits
ST. PETERSBURG – Ahead of Veterans Day, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced two St. Petersburg nonprofits were awarded federal grants to hire and retain veteran case managers. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul South received two awards totaling $1,699,928 for four case managers and Boley Centers Inc. received $340,433 for one case manager. […]
News Briefs (12/05/25): Pasco holding waste collection
Pasco County holding waste collection event NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco County will host a free Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection event from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 6 at the West Pasco Government Center. Residents may dispose of old cleaners, pesticides, chemicals and unwanted electronics. Fees are $5 for TVs, monitors, towers and […]
Grey Bull Rescue saves stranded couple on honeymoon
TAMPA – A couple celebrating a delayed honeymoon in Montego Bay, Jamaica, was evacuated with about 340 Americans Oct. 31 by Grey Bull Rescue, a veteran-led operation out of Tampa. The couple survived the Category 5 Hurricane Melissa with winds in excess of 185 miles per hour by sheltering in the shower of their room […]
This Week (cont)
Christmas-themed bar is full of joy
TAMPA – Joy Bar is the place to be this holiday season and beyond for Christmas décor and seasonal cocktails. The year-round Christmas-themed dive bar is serving holiday promotions, deals and events throughout December. Every Saturday in December, Joy Bar will host a Tequila takeover featuring a new brand. Guests can enjoy specials from different brands […]
Bucs players help build Habitat homes
TAMPA – The Tampa Bay Buccaneers turned teamwork on the field into life-changing impact in their community Nov. 18 by donning hard hats with Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough to build two new affordable, hurricane-resilient homes for Brandon families in need. For Habitat’s third annual Holiday Home Build with the Bucs, rookie cornerbacks Benjamin […]
Health & Wellness (12/05/25): Santa surprises patients
Santa surprises AdventHealth Tampa patients TAMPA – Youth at AdventHealth Tampa received a festive surprise when Santa and his elves delivered gift packages that included tickets to Busch Gardens Christmas Town and a Little Adventurer’s shirt. The visit marked the start of Busch Gardens Christmas Town and celebrated the partnership between AdventHealth and the park. “It […]
News Briefs (11/26/25): Live Oak Theatre holding auditions
Live Oak Theatre holding auditions for three productions BROOKSVILLE – Live Oak Theatre announced auditions for the main stage performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” from March 13 to 29, 2026. Everyone interested in being considered for the show must record a video performing the monologue and a song. Auditions must be emailed to […]
Local Sports & Rec
Dude Perfect running it back with Squad Games Tour
TAMPA – After a record-breaking 2025 tour, Dude Perfect is taking live entertainment to the next level with an all-new 360-degree arena layout during its Squad Games Tour. Dude Perfect will stop at Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena at 6 p.m. Aug. 1 for an action-packed night of competition and trick shots, complete with new, larger-than-life […]
MLB, NFL legends raise money for health and wellness center
• Charity Golf 001 & 002: More than 20 retired MLB and NFL players participated in the annual event to benefit the AdventHealth Sebring Foundation. Photo courtesy of AdventHealth • Charity Golf 003: Retired MLB pitcher Thomas “Flash” Gordon thanked the event participants for supporting the community by taking part in the event. Photo courtesy […]
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Adopt a Pet (3/26/25): English Muffin is quite the treat
English Muffin is an incredibly loving 2-year-old who lives to spread happiness. The moment she sees you, she will joyfully roll onto her back, eagerly awaiting belly rubs. Her tail never stops wagging, showcasing her happy and affectionate nature. Although English Muffin was previously adopted, she was returned because she prefers to be the only […]
USF Women’s Basketball volunteers with Habitat for Humanity
The University of South Florida Women’s Basketball team volunteered with Habitat for Humanity on Aug. 24 in Safety Harbor. The players and coaches painted the exteriors of two Habitat Homes alongside the future homeowners, the Baker and Glazman families, according to a news release. This continues USF’s tradition of community service, as various USF sports […]
PHSC golf tournament
The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation will host its annual golf tournament on Oct. 18, at the Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club in Dade City. Registration will be at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. For more information, contact Jen Ferguson at 727-816-3431 or . For sponsorship opportunities, visit Giving.PHSC.edu/golf.
Reasons To Smile
Celebrate with your canine friend!
National Dog Day is Aug. 26 — an opportunity to celebrate man and woman’s best friend, and to help find loving homes for dogs in the community. Here are five ways to make a difference: Adopt a new best friend Spay and neuter. Foster first. Not ready to adopt? Fostering is a great option to […]
