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Pasco County's Survey Division has quietly added a remarkable new piece of technology to its toolkit, and it's already being put to work on local waterways. It's called a hydrone — a lightweight, remote-controlled craft that glides across the surface of water, collecting underwater data using real-time sonar and GPS.

Atlantic hurricane season officially began June 1, and Pasco County is not waiting for a storm to tell residents to get ready. The county has released its free 2026 Disaster Preparedness Guide — and downloading it now, before a storm threatens, is exactly the kind of thing that makes a real difference when it matters.

As bee populations across the United States continue to decline at alarming rates, one Pasco County farm community is doing something about it — using artificial intelligence to monitor and protect its bee colonies in real time.

A landmark cultural project is getting closer to breaking ground in West Tampa, and the community has a chance to be part of making it happen. The Tampa Bay African American Arts and Cultural Center is holding its inaugural fundraising gala this Saturday, June 27, at the Florida Aquarium — and organizers say the momentum behind the project has never been stronger.

Election season is officially underway in Pasco County, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most consequential voting years in the region's recent history. The 2026 Midterm Election season begins with Primary elections on Tuesday, August 18, and Floridians will be voting for a new Governor, a U.S. Senator, U.S.

A federal policy change taking effect July 1 could make it significantly harder for nursing students across Tampa Bay — including those at USF and other local programs — to afford graduate-level education, and local advocates are pushing back.

A major redevelopment project aimed at transforming part of downtown New Port Richey is now complete. Railroad Square Park officially reopened to the public after eight months of construction that reshaped the district into a more walkable gathering space, transforming a portion of Nebraska Avenue into expanded pedestrian areas with seating and room for outdoor activity.

Krystal Woodley teaches students with special needs at Cypress Creek High School in a four-year program. The students, ages 18 to 22, learn life skills they will use once they graduate from the program. And the results speak for themselves.

Florida's proposed property tax amendment has been generating plenty of conversation about homeowner savings — but there's a side of this story that directly affects every Wesley Chapel resident's quality of life, especially heading into hurricane season. The Pasco County Mosquito Control District is warning that the property tax measure could significantly cut the funding it depends on to keep mosquito populations under control across the county.

If you live in Ashton Oaks or drive through that corridor regularly, you've noticed the construction activity picking up on both sides of the neighborhood. Two significant projects are now actively underway flanking the established community — and together they're going to change what that stretch of Wesley Chapel looks and feels like.

Beginning January 1, 2027, newly issued, renewed, and replacement Florida driver's licenses and state identification cards will include a designation indicating whether the cardholder is a U.S. citizen.

In the middle of one of Florida's biggest building booms, Pasco County just did something remarkable. Pasco County purchased 1,893 acres of land known as 4G Ranch for $68 million — the largest land acquisition in the county's history — with the goal of preserving it from development forever. The acquisition was announced during a June 1 event at the property and is part of the Environmental Lands Acquisition and Management Program.

In the wake of the recent school shooting in Parkland, Governor Rick Scott has unveiled a sweeping, three-part emergency plan to tighten gun laws and protect Florida campuses. The $500-million proposal tackles school safety through a mix of strict firearm restrictions, heavy campus security, and expanded mental health funding.

Pasco County Schools is moving to eliminate close to 500 positions as the district confronts a steady slide in student enrollment — a shift driven less by families leaving the county than by where, and how, local children are being educated.

A major constitutional amendment is headed to Florida voters this November, and for Wesley Chapel homeowners it could mean hundreds — or even thousands — of dollars back in your pocket every year. Here's what the numbers actually look like for Pasco County.

A Pasco County neighborhood is taking an unconventional but science-backed approach to environmental stewardship. The Angeline community in Land O' Lakes recently installed a robotic, AI-equipped beehive system outside its community center, becoming the first master-planned community in Florida to deploy this type of technology. The move is part of a broader effort to support pollinator health at the local level while also providing an educational resource for nearby students

Wesley Chapel, FL — A locally run mobile summer camp is now open for enrollment for the 2026 season, and with only 30 spots available, families in Wesley Chapel are being encouraged to sign up sooner rather than later. The camp, organized by Wesley Chapel's #1 Babysitting Services, kicks off June 1, 2026 and is designed for parents who want more than a drop-off program in a single building. The concept is built around daily excursions and off-site adventures — a different exp

Wesley Chapel / Pasco & Hillsborough Counties, FL — Water restrictions across the Tampa Bay region have entered their most aggressive phase yet, and citations are now being issued immediately — no warnings. If you haven't updated your irrigation schedule, you could already be at risk. Here is a community update for Wesley Chapel and surrounding area residents need to know right now. Community Update: Why the Restrictions Are So Strict This Year The Southwest Florida Water Man

Pasco County, FL — Families across the Wesley Chapel and New Port Richey areas who have children with special needs now have a valuable opportunity before the school year ends. The Pasco Association for Challenged Kids — widely known as P.A.C.K. — is currently accepting applications for its annual summer camp, with a limited number of openings still available for the 2026 session. What Is P.A.C.K. Camp? Summer Camp Openings and Things to Do for Special Needs Families in Pasco

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — A Night Market is coming to The Shops at Wiregrass on July 25, 2026 — and it's shaping up to be one of the most unique shopping experiences of the summer in Wesley Chapel. Night markets bring a completely different energy to the Wiregrass footprint — vendors, local makers, food, and atmosphere after dark in one of Wesley Chapel's most walkable outdoor settings. For residents who love the Wiregrass Fresh Market but want something with more of an evening vib