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Florida House, led by Pasco Reps Randy Maggard, Amber Mariano-Davis and Ardian Zika Passes Bill Banning Abortions on Babies With Down Syndrome

Florida House, led by Pasco Reps Randy Maggard, Amber Mariano and Ardian Zika Passes Bill Banning Abortions on Babies With Down Syndrome. The law would protect unborn babies with Down syndrome and other disabilities from eugenic, discriminatory abortions. The Florida State House just gave it a vote to send it to the state Senate.

Pasco County Government has been recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the Country for 2021!

Pasco County Government has earned a 2021 Top Workplaces USA award! Energage announced Pasco County as one of the winning organizations during a virtual event. “We are thrilled to be recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the country,” said Pasco County Administrator Dan Biles. [...]

Moffitt Cancer Center Announces First Phase of 775-Acre Campus Project near the future intersection of Suncoast Parkway and the Ridge Road Extension in Pasco County

The Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) and Pasco County are thrilled to welcome Moffitt Cancer Center (Moffitt) to the county. Moffitt has announced their plans for an expansion campus in Pasco County. The expanded clinical and research facilities will accommodate growth [...]

Pasco Waives $600 Builders’ Admin Fee During ‘Building Boom’ with more than 700 new, Single-Family Residential Permit Applications under Review

Thursday, Jan 21, 2021 | On Target Page: Greater Pasco County, Politics & Government

Pasco County is experiencing a building boom – with more than 700 new, Single-Family Residential Permit Applications under review! In an effort to continue providing excellent customer service during this time of growth, Pasco Building Construction Services is waiving the $600 [...]

United Way of Pasco in collaboration with the Pasco Board of County Commissioners Exceeds 100,000 Meal Mark

In collaboration with the Pasco Board of County Commissioners, United Way of Pasco County (UWPC) introduced the Operation Feed Pasco (OFP) program in May, 2020, to assist local food pantries and soup kitchens supply food for their clients by utilizing local restaurants in Pasco [...]

The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties, announced the receipt of the Pasco County CARES Act

Saturday, Dec 26, 2020 | On Target Page: Land O'Lakes, Greater Pasco County, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Politics & Government
The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties, announced the receipt of the Pasco County CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) for $159,400.00! CARES funding will allow the coalition to purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and cleaning items for 165 contracted Pasco County child care centers [...]

Kick Off Reception Benefiting Amber Mariano for State Representative, in Trinity

Monday, Oct 19, 2020 | On Target Page: Trinity & West Pasco, Politics & Government

The kick off reception benefiting Amber Mariano for State Representative was held at Kemp, Ruge & Green Law Group, in Trinity. Amber is also a paralegal and great asset to Kemp, Ruge & Green Law Group. Food was provided by AR French and drinks. Attendees were able to meet [...]

The annual Republican Party Reagan Day Dinner at Spartan Manor, in New Port Richey

Sunday, Oct 04, 2020 | On Target Page: Greater Pasco County, Trinity & West Pasco, Politics & Government

The annual Republican Party Reagan Day Dinner was held at Spartan Manor, in New Port Richey. It was a great night that was sold out in attendance. The Keynote Speaker was Rob Smith, author of Always a Soldier. Shawn Foster was the Emcee, other guest speakers were Congressman [...]

Florida Gov. Lifting State's Restaurant Restrictions Under Phase 3 Reopening

Friday, Sep 25, 2020 | On Target Page: Greater Pasco County, Politics & Government

Gov. Ron DeSantis lifted all restrictions on restaurants and other businesses in Florida on Friday in a move to reopen the state's economy amid the coronavirus pandemic. The governor’s announcement Friday would allow restaurants across the state to immediately reopen at full capacity — [...]

Danny Burgess Campaign for State Senate Kick off

Wednesday, Sep 16, 2020 | On Target Page: Dade City, Zephyrhills, Politics & Government

Danny Burgess, a hometown favorite in Zephyrhills as well as throughout Pasco County, has thrown his hat back into the political ring. The Republican has his sights set on the State Senate and is running for the District 20 seat against Democrat candidate Kathy Lewis. Burgess, who [...]

Early voting for the Aug. 18 primary will take place in Pasco County through Aug. 15 at 11 sites in Pasco County

Early voting for the Aug. 18 primary will take place in Pasco County through Aug. 15 at 11 sites in Pasco County, according to Brian E. Corley, supervisor of elections for Pasco County. Early voting take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the following locations: Advent Health Center Ice, Wesley Chapel [...]

Free Farm Share distribution event at the Pasco County Fairgrounds with Pasco Commissioner candidate Gary Bradford and more than 50 volunteers

There was a free Farm Share distribution event last month at the Pasco County Fairgrounds, in Dade City, FLA. Pasco County Commissioner candidate Gary Bradford and more than 50 volunteers helped distribute 33,000 pounds of food to an estimated 700 cars. Make a Difference Inc.” lead the effort [...]

Op-Ed from Chairman Mike Moore - How Pasco County is Responding to COVID-19

Wednesday, May 13, 2020 | On Target Page: Greater Pasco County, Politics & Government

The last two months have been a challenging time for all of us in Pasco County and around the world. I am proud to serve as Chairman of the County Commission, which allows me to work closely with many people and organizations in this time of crisis. I wanted to provide [...]

Campaign Fundraisers for Nikki Alvarez-Sowles for Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller at Kafe Kokopelli, in Dade City

Thursday, Apr 02, 2020 | On Target Page: Greater Pasco County, Dade City, Politics & Government

Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller Nikki Alvarez-Sowles who’s running for reelection for Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller hosted a Campaign Fundraiser at Kafe Kokopelli, in Dade City. The campaign fundraiser included every Republican official for Pasco County to [...]

Pasco County Issues Local State of Emergency Pasco EOC operating at Level Two Activation status; monitoring COVID-19

The Pasco Board of County Commissioners, at the request of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, has issued a Local State of Emergency for Pasco County as a proactive measure to monitor and limit the potential spread of COVID-19. The declaration allows the County Administrator and Emergency Management Director to [...]

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