Land O’ Lakes IB Student Named Kid Science Advisor

Logan Beatty was invited to visit the White House for President Obama’s initiative.

Pasco School District Sets 2017-18 Calendar

The Pasco County School Board has set the calendar for the 2017-18 academic year.

Juvenile Arrests Down, Thanksgiving Travel, Pot-Laced Cookies

Rick Scott says U.S. Senate an ‘option,’ Mike Evans apologizes, tropical weather and other stories from Florida Patch.

Saint Leo Drop-N-Shop Events Provides Camp for Children

The goal is to provide parents the chance for kid-free shopping during the holidays.

Energy Efficient Upgrades for Homeowners

Solar, Green Energy, Windows, Doors, A/C

FHP Looking for a Few Good Recruits

The Florida Highway Patrol is playing host to a career fair in Land O’ Lakes later this week.

Monday’s Super Supermoon: Will Tampa Bay Area Skies Cooperate?

The Nov. 14 supermoon is expected to be the biggest in about 70 years.

$18 Million Lotto Win, Listeria Ice Cream Recall, ‘Emergency Protest’

Drowning suspect fished from canal, Rick Scott says ‘no’ to Washington, medical marijuana and other stories from Florida Patch.

ICYMI: Deadly Listeria Prompts L.A. Creamery Ice Cream Recall in Florida, Elsewhere

Two ice cream flavors have been recalled in Florida and 7 other states for a potentially deadly contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.

Pasco County Schools: Upcoming Dates You Need to Know About

Find out what’s coming up on the Pasco County Schools district calendar.

Up-Skirt Peeper Busted After Tampa Premium Outlets Incident: Deputies

A 25-year-old man faces charges after Pasco County deputies say he recorded video of a woman’s undergarments.

Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton: How Pasco County Voted

Republican Donald Trump won a landslide victory in Pasco County.

Medical Marijuana, Crist and Rubio Win, Free Big Macs for Vets

Crossing guard killed, Winter and Hope, Pulse nightclub purchased by Orlando and other stories from Florida Patch.

Divisive Election Has Floridians ‘Overwhelmed’

The polls opened across Florida bright and early Tuesday morning with voters citing many reasons for turning out just as the sun came up.

Saint Leo University To Host 2016 Veterans Day Ceremony

The event will also feature a service project for military personnel.

Auto Burglars Go On Connerton Spree

The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office says about 15 vehicles in Connerton were broken into Monday morning.

Imposter Cop, Nail Polish Heist, New Mystery Monkey: Weird Florida

Pumpkin tossing, painful backfire, sleepy burglar and other stories from Florida Patch.

Exploding Washers, Trump in Tampa, Democrats Everywhere

Rampaging squirrel, Cross Bay Ferry, scammers strike and other stories from Florida Patch.

Land O’ Lakes Serial Masturbator Arrested, Sheriff Says

Breaking: A 24-year-old man stands accused of pulling up to people in a PT cruiser, asking for directions and then proceeding to masturbate.

PHSC Events to Honor Patriots in Dade City, New Port Richey

Honor Our Patriots Event (HOPE) programs will be hosted Thursday, Nov. 10 in observance of Veterans Day.

LongHorn Steakhouse Announces Lutz Opening Date

The LongHorn Steakhouse set to open near the Tampa Premium Outlets is hiring.

Watch Replay: Donald Trump Rally in Jacksonville, Florida

Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump is rallying in Jacksonville.

Wildfire Risk Elevated, Jon Bon Jovi in St. Pete, Mom Sentenced

Best colleges for vets, unemployment rates, man in tutu wanted by deputies and other stories from Florida Patch.

Pasco County School Board Names New Elementary, High Schools

The new schools in Land O’ Lakes and Wesley Chapel are scheduled to open in August to start the 2017-18 school year.

Pasco-Hernando State College to Host Bullying Seminar

The seminar is scheduled to take place in Wesley Chapel.

Watch Replays: Hillary Clinton Rallies in Dade City, Sanford and Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has upped her Florida rally schedule with three stops in Florida on Tuesday.

Hospital Grades, Missing ‘Woobie,’ Seawater Bacteria

Reward upped in Polk County hit-and-run, Bill Clinton in St. Pete, iPad helps catch accused thieves and other stories from Florida Patch.

Mystery Monkey, Zombie Apocalypse, Fake Cop: Weird Florida

Giant toads, sleepy burglar, trespassing call twist leads to rescue and other stories from Florida Patch.

It’s No Trick: Adoption Fees Waived at Pasco County Animal Services

Due to overcrowding, the shelter is treating Pasco County residents to this one-day event.

Man Approached Child at Bus Stop, Deputies Say

Pasco County deputies say a man approached a boy near a Wesley Chapel bus stop Thursday morning.

PHSC Appoints New Administrators

Pasco Hernandez State College announces new staff members.

Carmela’s Restaurant Celebrates 16 Years in The Sunshine State

Carmela’s restaurant marks 16 years serving authentic Italian cuisine and Southern favorites in Florida.

Land O’ Lakes Swampfest 2016: What to Know Before You Go

The annual festival supports schools, non-profits and other organizations in the Land O’ Lakes area.

Tampa Bay Early Voting 2016: Find Out Where to Vote in Your County

Early voting is in full swing in the Tampa Bay area.

‘The Pope’s Rabbi’ To Speak at Saint Leo University

Rabbi Abraham Skorka, a friend of Pope Francis, will speak on building bridges between faiths.

Saint Leo University Scares Up Halloween Fun This Week

Saint Leo University is scaring up free Halloween fun for the entire family later this week.

Pasco County Early Voting 2016: Where to Cast Your Ballot

Pasco County voters who want to beat the Nov. 8 rush can take advantage of early voting Oct. 29 through Nov. 5.

Lutz Woman Jailed After Child Found Near State Road 54

Breaking: A 52-year-old Lutz woman was charged with child neglect after a 4-year-old in her care was found wandering near State Road 54.

Man Repeatedly Rammed Ex’s Car to ‘Talk,’ Deputies Say

A Wesley Chapel man faces criminal charges after an incident on State Road 54 Tuesday.

Pasco County Looking for a Few Good Teachers

Pasco County Schools has announced its second annual Fall Instructional Job Fair.