Voters Get Unwelcome Visitors + Veterans Health Clinic On Track

Hey, people of New Port Richey! It's me, again, D'Ann Lawrence White, your host of the New Port Richey Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Rain and humid throughout the day. High: 88 Low: 74.

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Here are the top stories in New Port Richey today:

1. FHP: Vehicle that hit, killed Pasco County woman located; driver still unknown (FOX 13 Tampa Bay)
2. West Pasco spill dumps 18 million gallons of partially treated wastewater into the Gulf (Tampa Bay Times)
3. Pasco Veterans To Have Full-Service Clinic In Own Back Yard (New Port Richey Patch)
4. 'Devious' TikTok trend has schools warning students destroying property: 'Charges may be filed' (Yahoo News)
5. People Claiming To Be Pasco Elections Staff Are Questioning Voters (New Port Richey Patch)
6. Patriotic yacht club honors fallen soldiers with missing man table (Suncoast News)
7. Pasco School Board gets update on rezoning, federal funding (Suncoast News)
8. Pasco planning board balks at apartment plan for Seven Oaks development (Tampa Bay Times)
9. Pro-Choice Protester Arrested After Asking Deputy's Name (Patch)
10. Scream-A-Geddon Seeks To Frighten Intrepid Visitors For 7th Year (Patch)

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New Port Richey Patch Notebook

• Pasco County Animal Services: "This is how a family reacts when their fur baby is back in their arms. ❤️ Franny got away from the pet sitter when her owners were out of town. While on the run, she fell into a storm drain and got stuck. We can only imagine how scared t..." (Facebook)
• Pasco County Fire Rescue: "This morning, we were speechless as representatives from Municipal Emergency Services made a surprise visit to headquarters to donate a special extrication tool to Pasco County Fire Rescue. The Hurst Strongarm tool is a valuable extracti..." (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Main Street, Inc.: "Welcome to our community. Thank you for being so patient Tyler Vandine🤗" (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Main Street, Inc.: "Welcome to our community Pupperz Pet Grooming" (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Main Street, Inc.: "Thank you for the amazing pumpkin spice coffee. Welcome Cody and Tanner." (Facebook)
• Pasco County Schools: "Pasco County is adding two new elementary magnets https://lakerlutznews.com/lln/2021/09/91405/" (Facebook)
• Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point: "Today's Environmental Service Super Star is 13-year housekeeper Christina Samuel. Christina ensures that our patient rooms are cleaned and sanitized daily. Christina finds joy in knowing that she's done her job and provided a safe enviro..." (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Main Street, Inc.: "Carl can fix anything. Congratulations and welcome🤗 Positively Charged" (Facebook)
• West Pasco Historical Society: "What is now Grand Blvd., looking south. Probably 1920s. Photo courtesy of Coldwell Banker - F.I. Grey & Son, Inc. (1831)" (Facebook)
• Richey Suncoast Theatre: "NUTCRACKER TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE!!!!! https://ci.ovationtix.com/3610... December 10 6PM | December 12 2PM | December 12 6PM" (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Main Street, Inc.: "Come see Mr. Bones. He's a wonderful manager. Welcome to the city Janis. The Doggie Salon by Janis Remy" (Facebook)
• Pasco County, Florida, Government: "Pasco Board of County Commissioners Public Hearings Meeting and Regular Meeting from September 15, 2021, Dade City, Florida. Part 2 of 3." (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center: "With a 3 point shot at the buzzer, Rain Control Gutters beat Young Wolves by one point in last weeks adult league game." (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Public Library: "Once construction is completed, the Teen Room will be located on the first floor. The new room will provide more seating and additional shelving for more materials for young adults, too. The walls began construction earlier this week. Ho..." (Facebook)
• Kiddy Up Therapeutic Riding: "We are so excited to be partnering with UF/IFAS Extension . Our team is learning so many wonderful Things to keep our nature based education growing !! Thank you Darla for a wonderful learning experience!" (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center: "Cardio Drumming is a new class starting in September. This is a fun way to get a workout in. ➡️ Free Demo Class TOMORROW Thursday, September 16th ⬅️ Classes will be every Thursday from 7:00pm - 8:00pm starting next week. $7 per class. Li..." (Facebook)
• Deer Park Elementary School: "Family Night at PDQ is coming soon! Please help support our school by joining us for dinner. You must bring a copy of the flyer to receive credit for our school. Details below:" (Facebook)
• Marjorie's Hope: "Teachers…. Don't forget Marjorie's Hope Teachers store is open this Saturday from 10:00-2:00pm for free classroom shopping." (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center: "The Cotee River Clean Up is this weekend on Saturday, September 18th, 2021 at 8:30am - 11:00am. If you would like to volunteer at this event, please meet us at the boat ramp in Sims Park at 8:00am. Bring your boat or kayak if you have on..." (Facebook)
• United Way of Pasco County: "Our agency is extremely proud to welcome the following individuals to our Board of Directors. The following individuals have demonstrated continuous dedication to our community. Our agency is proud to have individuals who are as passiona..." (Facebook)
• Pasco County, Florida, Government: "It's Assisted Living Week in #PascoCounty! The Pasco Board of County Commissioners recognizes the assisted living facilities in our area and the caring workers who provide long-term care to our seniors and those with disabilities! Thank ..." (Facebook)
• United Way of Pasco County: "Our President and CEO Chuck Anderson has been named one of the Keynote Speakers for St. Leo's University's 7th Annual Social Work Conference! For tickets and more information please visit: http://ow.ly/KwHM50GaEAp" (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Public Library: "Interested in starting an herb garden? Register for this free virtual class, presented by UF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension. This month's class is tomorrow evening (9/16) at 7pm. Visit the link below to register. https://www.eve..." (Facebook)
• Pasco County, Florida, Government: "Congratulations to #PascoCounty Project Manager Sam Beneck for receiving the Florida Bicycle Association Professional of the Year 2020 Award! Sam has helped with major projects in Pasco like the Starkey Gap Trail and the Anclote Coast Tr..." (Facebook)
• Regency Park Branch Library: "Teens, pick up a kit and create a cozy pumpkin to decorate just in time for fall!" (Facebook)
• New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center: "Starting Wednesday, October 6th, 2021 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm Homeschool P.E. will be every Wednesday moving forward. This class is for ages 5-11 years old. During this class they will play different camp games and sports. $15 per month or $..." (Facebook)
• Pasco County Library System: "#HispanicHeritageMonth begins today! Learn and celebrate Hispanic history and culture with us throughout the month." (Facebook)

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— D'Ann Lawrence White

About me: Originally from St. Louis, D'Ann Lawrence White graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism. She has worked as an editor, columnist, breaking news reporter, feature writer and investigative reporter for more than 20 years. You can reach her at dann.white@patch.com.

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