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8th Annual Spooky Tails fundraiser at Parwick Kennels in Land O' Lakes by Arlene Hein

Thank you to all the businesses and people who came out to the 8th Annual Spooky Tails fundraiser on Saturday at Parwick Kennels in Land O' Lakes. The generous support of Parwick Kennels’ owner Gail Cooper helps to defer the cost of taking care of retired Pasco Sheriff's Office K-9 dogs and Ben Puma Owner/ Chef of Benedetto's Ristorante Italiano located at 21529 Village Lakes Shopping Central Drive in Land O Lakes who donated a $1,000 for the cause. The highlights of the day was the K-9 demonstration, and the costume contest for animals. This year's winner was a goat!

The 5th Annual Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education Task Force Candlelight Vigil in Pasco County

Thanks to all that joined and participated in the 5th Annual Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education Task Force Candlelight Vigil. Master of Ceremonies was Paula O'Neil, Speakers were Richard Hayes, Chris Nocco, Shawn Crane Kelly Mothershead, Thomas Dobies and Brian Brown. Over the course of the evening, they showed support for families and friends, remembered the hundreds who have died from substance related incidents in Pasco County and recognized the thousands in our community who are suffering from the disease of addiction.

Savage Race at Little Everglades Ranch by Richard K. Riley

Saturday, Oct 25, 2014 | On Target Page: Dade City, Dade City Community Events, Richard K. Riley
The ranch hosted its third Savage Race, one of a growing [...]The Little Everglades Ranch—once known for hosting the Florida Steeplechase— has distinguished itself as a premier destination for another type of race. One that's far less elegant.

Benefit to raise money for the West Pasco Pregnancy Center by J David Wright

For more than 27 years, West Pasco Pregnancy Center has saved thousands of lives while helping its clients achieve their full potential, despite the pressures and consequences of an unintended pregnancy. The nonprofit [...]

Longleaf Fall Festival sponsered by Dr. Stephen Unger by J David Wright

Another awesome community event put on by Dr Stephen Unger, thanks to the many volunteers and vendors who made this successful

Tampa Premium Outlets Site Plan Gets ‘OK’ From Pasco by WC Neighborhood News

By Matt Wiley of WC Neighborhood News.

After years of legal battles, development officially is on the horizon for the long-awaited outlet mall off S.R. 56 in Wesley Chapel.
Pasco County’s planning & development department officially approved the preliminary site development plan for the Tampa Premium Outlets on October 3. Pasco planner Owen W. Young confirms that Simon Property Group has received approval to being construction.

Wesley Chapel Baseball Complex meets $23 million dollar financing deadline (via suncoastnews.com)

Thursday, Oct 16, 2014 | On Target Page: Wesley Chapel, Wesley Chapel Community Events
WESLEY CHAPEL (via suncoastnews.com) — Get your peanuts and Cracker Jacks. Break in your mitt. In two years, Pasco County could be home to the largest year-round youth baseball complex in the world.
With minutes to spare before a midnight deadline, Blue Marble founder James [...]

The 2nd Annual Pasco County Home Show (Photos by J David Wright)

Special thanks to Team Farrell for sponsoring this fantastic Home Show at the Verizon Center.

Verizon Event Center was the proud host of the 2nd Annual Pasco County Home Show, Saturday, October 18, it connected families with local businesses in the community, as well as expanding awareness and raising money for one of Pasco’s most deserving [...]

The Hottest Dance Studio in Central Pasco Set to Reopen as FlavaFitness by Arlene Hein

Sunday, Oct 12, 2014 | On Target Page: Land O'Lakes, Lutz, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Wesley Chapel Community Events
The hottest dance studio in Wesley Chapel, Land O' Lakes and Lutz area to reopen as FlavaFitness. Our beautiful dance studio Inner Rhythm is under new ownership and is slowly transforming into FlavaFitness! What does it mean? More classes, more instructors, more fire!

Cotee River Bike Fest 2014 - Photos by J David Wright

Thousands of motorcycle fans and riding diehards rolled into downtown this weekend for the 7th annual Cotee River Bike Fest, a three-day event that featured bike shows, live music, food, and vendors selling rider apparel and every imaginable accessory. The event, which has drawn up to 30,000 visitors in past years, was timed to bring bikers to Florida's west coast before the massive Bike-toberfest in Daytona the following weekend. [...]

Antique Faire in Dade City - Photos by Richard K Riley and Dade City Merchants Association

Saturday, Oct 11, 2014 | On Target Page: Dade City, Dade City Community Events, Richard K. Riley
Dade City merchants created an official organization, and their first act was to rescue the Spring Antique Faire.
Dade City merchants have been meeting as an “unofficial” organization for a couple of years with Margaret Angell as the chairwoman, but now they are setting up officers and filing paperwork to become a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under the name Downtown Dade City Merchants Association. [...]

Pioneer Florida Museum & Village 2014 Scarecrow Festival + Pumpkin Patch - Photos by Richard K Riley

The Pioneer Florida Museum & Village held their 2014 Scarecrow Festival + Pumpkin Patch on October 11 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Fun-for-the-whole-family activities included: Children’s games, a Pumpkin Patch, Bounce houses, Pony rides, Face painting, Train rides, Vendor booths, Entertainment, Scarecrow making, and a Spelling Bee.

Town Hall Candidate Meet up for 38th District State House and Pasco County Commissioner

There was a Town Hall Meeting at the Lexington Oaks Community Center, located at 26304 Lexington Oaks Blvd. in Wesley Chapel on Wednesday, October 1, 2014. Lexington Oaks invited all residents of the area to meet the Republican candidate running for the 38th District Florida State House Representative office Danny Burgess and Democrat Beverly Ledbetter and District 2 Pasco County Commissioner Republican candidate Mike Moore® and Democrat, Erica Remsberg.

Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce holds Ribbon Cutting for Real Reach Marketing

Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting for Real Reach Marketing located at 207 Crystal Grove Blvd, in Lutz. RealReach helps clients Reach their prospects through Social Media, increased website exposure and Contact Relationship Management Software. Their mission is to help you market your company by building your on-line sales funnel, fill the funnel and implement automated marketing to guide your customer through to the point of sale

Women-n-Charge Murder Mystery Tea

Monday, Oct 06, 2014 | On Target Page: Land O'Lakes, Lutz, Land O'Lakes Community Events
Once a year the ladies of Women-n-Charge host a fundraising Murder Mystery Tea. The funds from this event are earmarked for two $1000 grants, donated to deserving women in our community to further their business and /or education.

This year’s Tea was held Saturday, September 27, at..

2nd Annual John Anderson Benefit Concert, held at the Dan Cannon Auditorium in Dade City, Pasco County

The 2nd Annual John Anderson Benefit Concert, held at the Dan Cannon Auditorium at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, benefited several local groups which include Sunrise of Pasco County, Florida Hospital Zephyrhills Heart Institute, Thomas Promise Foundation, Bayfront Health Dade City Foundation and the Dade City Kiwanis Foundation. John was recently named to the Nashville songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014.

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