Pasco Sheriff Says 'Romeo Bandit' Stole Flowers, Teddy Bear

The teen was caught on surveillance cameras at various stores stealing, among other items, flowers and a giant teddy bear.

Land O' Lakes Man Accused Of Driving Drunk With 3 Kids In Jeep

A 40-year-old Land O' Lakes man has been charged with driving under the influence and child neglect he was pulled over with three kids.

After Inmate Dies, Pasco Sheriff Investigates Series Of Overdoses

Pasco County Sheriff's detectives are investigating a series of overdoses at the Land O' Lakes Detention Center after an inmate died.

Ollies On The Beach, Beef O'Brady's Cited By Health Inspectors

Soiled ceiling vents and food stored at unsafe temperatures are a few of the violations found at Pasco County restaurants.

Fire Rescue At Wesley Chapel High Clearing Smoke

Pasco County Fire Rescue believes the smoke in the high school was caused by a faulty heat strip.

Saint Leo University Earns Honors for Best Online Programs

U.S. News & World Report Ranks Online Bachelor's Programs, Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans

Land O’ Lakes Man Meets Leukemia Survivor Whose Life He Saved

Stem cell donor and recipient meet for first time at Gift of Life Marrow Registry’s ‘Steps for Life 5k’ in Boca Raton.

Pasco Sheriff Seeks Witnesses In Road Rage Incident That Killed 1

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office is seeking witnesses to a road rage incident that killed a 38-year-old man Tuesday night.

Saint Leo U to Host Sen. Rubio Staff Mobile Office Hours Jan. 15

Community Invited to Get Assistance with Social Security, Veterans’ Affairs, IRS, Medicare, Visa issues

Capital Tacos, Hungry Harry's Reprimanded By Health Inspectors

Live and dead roaches, cooked pork ribs left on the counter and accumulated oven grease are some of the violations at Pasco restaurants.

Man Arrested After Becoming Irate Over Philly Cheesesteak Bun

A man has been arrested for disorderly intoxication after becoming irate when his Philly cheesesteak came on a sesame seed bun.

Land O' Lakes Native Picked For Prestigious Diversity Racing Team

Her achievements aren’t limited to winning on the race track. Land O’ Lakes resident Brooke Storer, 20, is also breaking gender barriers.

Former Pasco Assistant Principal Could Spend 80 Years In Prison

A former Pasco County assistant principal has pleaded guilty to producing. distributing and possessing child pornography.

Milestones for Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay

Record 1500+ participants help raise more than $7,000 for after-school program

Land O' Lakes Man Fatally Shot By Neighbor

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting death at a home on Belcher Lane in Land O' Lakes.

Pasco Child Bitten By Rattlesnake Airlifted To Hospital

A 9-year-old Land O' Lakes child has been airlifted to Tampa General Hospital after being bitten by a juvenile diamondback rattlesnake.

Capital Tacos, Carolina's Cubans Cited By Health Inspectors

Outdated food, the presence of live roaches and food stored at the wrong temperature are some of the violations at Pasco restaurants.

This Isn't Your Usual Home Burglar: Watch

Run, run Rudolph. Deputy discovers four-legged home burglar.

Online College Anniversary; Apollo 11 Launch; More Local News

Some of the best and most useful content comes from the Patch community. Here's a roundup of stories from this week.

Pasco Sheriff Arrests Man Accused Of Raping 11-Year-Old

Pasco County Sheriff's deputies have arrested a 39-year-old man for reportedly raping an 11-year-old Land O' Lakes girl in December 2017.

Saint Leo U Celebrates 20 Years of Offering Online Education

Clubs, Associations, Other Activities Keep Online Students Engaged with University Community

K9 Shep's Heroics Capture National Spotlight On A&E's 'Live PD'

The crafty K9 even has his own clothing line featuring the now-infamous line from the body camera video: "Get off my dog, bro."

Connerton Elementary Principal Arrested For Stealing From Student

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office has arrested the principal of Connerton Elementary School for grand theft.

Watch: Pasco Air Force Veteran Reunited With Lost Service Dog

While Land O' Lakes resident Larry Peteet was in intensive care, his service dog was mistakenly declared abandoned.

Halloween Happens In Pasco County This Weekend

Wondering what to do this weekend? Here are some spooky events taking place in Pasco County.

Saint Leo University Hosts Homecoming November 1-4

‘It’s Better Inside the Pride’ Theme for This Year’s Celebration

United Way of Pasco County partners with Wheels of Success

United Way of Pasco County and Wheels of Success are partnering together for a special car presentation on October 1, 2018 at 3:00 pm.

Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay partners with UnitedHealthcare

The 10-week, after-school fitness and life-skills training program culminates in UnitedHealthcare Girls on the Run 5K, Dec. 8

Hillsborough Deputy Kills Wife In Apparent Murder-Suicide

Sheriff: "There are four children trying to put their shattered lives together and figure out what just happened to them overnight."

Pre-Filled Voter Registrations Mailed To Dead Relatives, Pets

If you recently received a mailer from the Voter Participation Office addressed to a long-deceased relative or the family dog, ignore it.

Shrub Hugger Injured While Trying To Stop Neighbor From Trimming

A dispute over whether or not to trim some shrubs has landed one Land O' Lakes neighbor in the hospital and the other in jail.

Teen Acccuses Pasco Juvenile Detention Center Supervisor Of Rape

A supervisor at a girl's detention center in Land O' Lakes has been charged with sexual battery.

Inmate Charged With Trying To Hire Hit Man To Kill Victim, Family

Pasco Sheriff's detectives have arrested an inmate awaiting trial for reportedly trying to hire a hit man to kill his victim and her family.

Share Your Love Of Land O' Lakes: Become A Patch Mayor

Being a Patch Mayor will get you more involved with the community and help keep people informed on local happenings.

GOP Primary Race For Governor Tilting To Putnam: Poll

Gov. Rick Scott has a slight lead over Bill Nelson in the U.S. Senate race, according to a poll conducted by Saint Leo University.

Saint Leo University Welcomes More Than 700 New Students

Volunteers, including new president, help make the move-in process easy

Missing Child Alert 3 Children Cancelled

The missing child alert for three children last seen in Dade City has been canceled.

Saint Leo University Ready to Welcome 700 New Students

Move-in Day Set for Aug. 16, Classes Begin Aug. 21

Land O' Lakes School Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School

When's the first day of school in Land O' Lakes? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Pasco School Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School, Vacations

When's the first day of school in Pasco County? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.