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A major new apartment community is moving closer to construction after developers secured financing for a 384-unit luxury multifamily project in one of Wesley Chapel's fastest-growing corridors.

The new school year starts August 13 — and this Saturday, Avalon Park is throwing a free community bash to kick things off right. Collide Community is hosting a Back to School Bash at 4110 Avalon Park Blvd on Saturday, August 8, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM — and it's open to everyone in the Wesley Chapel community.

If your home was damaged by Hurricanes Idalia, Helene, or Milton and you haven't applied for Pasco County's federal recovery program yet, there is still money available — but program staff say residents need to move fast before funding runs out.

It’s exciting to see more and more local businesses creating opportunities for people to connect in Wesley Chapel. This week’s Coffee Social at Signature Workspace, featuring Good Stuff Coffee Company, brought together local professionals for great coffee, breakfast, and meaningful conversations in a welcoming atmosphere. A special thank you to Lacy for organizing such a wonderful event! 💙 Events like these are a great reminder of how supportive and connected the Wesley Chap

So many great events continue to happen in Wesley Chapel! This week's Non-Profit Showcase Business Breakfast took place at Pasco-Hernando State College – Porter Campus Conference Center and was organized by the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, bringing together local nonprofits that are making a real difference in our community. If you've been thinking about supporting a nonprofit but weren't sure where to start or were looking for trustworthy organizations, here are a fe

The 2026 Michelin Guide Florida put Tampa Bay's restaurant scene firmly on the national radar — and the recognitions handed out this year signal that the region's culinary moment is real, not just hype.

Pasco County Schools is eliminating passive screen time — those stretches where a computer is up and a student is just sitting behind it — and replacing it with more direct instruction, hands-on learning, and the kind of analog skills that research shows are quietly disappearing from classrooms across the country.

Every Wesley Chapel parent whose kids attend a Pasco County school has reason to celebrate. Pasco County Schools moved from a B to an A grade in 2026 — and for the first time since 2004, every single Pasco County school earned a grade of C or higher.