The Oldsmar City Council has approved a plan to redevelop city-owned properties near City Hall, authorizing negotiations with Stanbery Development Group. The proposed mixed-use project […]
Category: Life, Culture, & History
Pasco County’s Growth Pushes Out Wildlife And Upsets Longtime Residents
Pasco County, Florida, is experiencing rapid development with new construction projects, including the Del Webb development in Shady Hills. This growth is disrupting the rural […]
Homeowners Win Decades-long Battle To Preserve Land In Riverside Village Estates
Homeowners in the Riverside Village Estates community in Florida are celebrating after the county commissioners unanimously approved a plan to keep more than 40 acres […]
City Council Evaluates Two Proposals For Oldsmar Downtown Redevelopment
Two developers presented proposals for the redevelopment of Oldsmar’s downtown town center site, featuring a blend of residential, retail, and office space. Stanbery Development Group’s […]
Remembering New Port Richey’s Historic Hacienda Hotel
Gary Vitacco-Robles, a local historian, shares the history of New Port Richey’s most venerable building, the Hacienda Hotel, in his upcoming book. He recalls the […]
Community Divided Over Green Space Preservation In Pasco County
The Pasco County Commission recently finalized a long-standing issue regarding Oaks Park, a 41-acre wooded area that was once proposed for a 240-apartment development. The […]
From Drug Dealer To BBQ Chef: Robert’s Smokin’ BBQ Story
Robert’s Smokin’ BBQ in Port Richey is a thriving business providing old-fashioned barbecue made with quality ingredients and a dedication to the community. The owner, […]
New Port Richey Film Festival Celebrates City’s Hollywood Past
The New Port Richey Film Festival, held to celebrate the city’s centennial, invited filmmakers to submit short films related to the city. The festival received […]
First Week Of Classes At New Kirkland Ranch K-8 School
Kirkland Ranch K-8, a new state-of-the-art magnet school in Pasco County, Florida, opened its doors for the first time last week. Principal Julie Marks and […]
Tampa Bay Comic Convention Returns With A Bang
The Tampa Bay Comic Convention, previously canceled due to the pandemic, is back for 2024 with an expected attendance of 50,000 fans. The event, which […]