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Pasco planning commission recommends pause on new data center development

Pasco planning commission recommends pause on new data center development

June 11, 2026June 13, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — The Pasco County Planning Commission voted unanimously Thursday to recommend a 12-month pause on any new data center development. At a standing-room only meeting…

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A+ Teacher shares classroom experiences with parents

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Avery Ortiz teaches first grade at Moon Lake Elementary. She has been teaching there for four years. Before graduating from St. Petersburg College,…

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Cold weather shelters to open across Tampa Bay

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — A cold front on the way could bring overnight temperatures to the 30s during the early part of the week. Counties are once again preparing to…

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New $59M state appeal courthouse opens in St. Petersburg

February 19, 2026February 20, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new $59 million Bernie McCabe Second District Court of Appeal courthouse in downtown St. Petersburg will be held on…

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Interactive Map: Track Florida Wildfires

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — The Florida dry season usually runs from November through May, and with that comes fire danger. This is usually due to low humidity and reduced rainfall. …

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What becomes of ‘abandoned’ Florida toll booths?

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — Toll booths are becoming a thing of the past in Florida, with many roads now using toll-by-plate. But what becomes of those buildings no…

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Strong storms possible later today

February 14, 2026February 15, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — A line of thunderstorms will move through our area between 5 p.m. and midnight tonight. Winds will be gusty out ahead of this line, and…

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Decision approaching on possible Tampa Bay MPO merger

February 12, 2026February 13, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Thirty-five years after it was first discussed, a decision on merging three of Tampa Bay’s metropolitan planning organizations may be on the horizon.  “We…

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Classes canceled in New Port Richey due to brush fire smoke

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Lingering smoke from a brush fire in the Starkey Road area has canceled classes in the New Port Richey area. Pasco County Emergency Management…

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Pasco County voters may be asked to extend school tax

February 11, 2026February 12, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. — In November, Pasco County voters may have a decision to make: Continue paying a school tax referendum, or let it expire.  In 2022, Pasco…

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Pasco County Schools planning to create first K-8 campus in East Pasco

February 10, 2026February 12, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

DADE CITY, Fla. — Pasco County School officials are looking at creating a new K-8 school campus. What You Need To Know Pasco County School officials are looking to…

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Bay area schools weigh adding 2% and whole milk as options

February 10, 2026February 11, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — When President Donald Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act in January, it paved the way for 2% and whole milk to return to…

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New Port Richey museum searches for larger home as collection outgrows space

February 9, 2026February 13, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — The Museum of Archaeology, Paleontology and Science in New Port Richey is looking for a new place to call home. It has been…

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LILLY Learning Center offers students new direction on path of education

February 9, 2026February 13, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ZEPHYRHILLS, Fla. — A Pasco County entrepreneur is changing the perception of homeschooling. What You Need To Know Lexa Duno opened the LILLY Learning Center in 2024 as an alternative…

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Lawn watering restrictions in effect for the Tampa Bay area

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — We have had cold weather this year, but we have not had a lot of rain. So, starting Sunday, water restrictions will be in effect.…

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New Port Richey to build 2 coastal cottage homes in flood prone area

February 5, 2026February 6, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — The City of New Port Richey is moving forward with a plan to build two coastal cottage homes in the Edgewater Gardens subdivision. What…

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Pasco County schools turn to truancy petitions over attendance issues

February 1, 2026February 2, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. — The Pasco County School District is taking a tougher stance on student absences, and some families may find themselves answering to a judge. The…

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Ladies first jiu-jitsu helping women find strength and purpose

February 1, 2026February 1, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — The reasons for learning a sport are endless. For some, it is to get stronger and faster. For others, it is all about feeling…

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29th Annual Kumquat Festival in Dade City postponed due to high wind forecast

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

DADE CITY, Fla. — The 29th Annual Kumquat Festival in Dade City has been postponed due to high winds forecasted for Saturday, officials with the Greater East Pasco…

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New blood transfusion program within Pasco County Fire Rescue helping save lives

January 28, 2026January 29, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. — Paramedics with Pasco County Fire Rescue are getting some help when it comes to performing life-saving blood transfusions. What You Need To Know A…

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