Good morning Wesley Chapel! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Have you seen this missing 14-year-old near Bluff Meadow Court?
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Tuesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 94 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 91, low: 76.
- Thursday: A couple of t-storms; humid, with a high of 92 and low of 74 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Pasco County Deputies Search For Missing 14-Year-Old Wesley Chapel Teen (tampafp.com) — Pasco County deputies are asking Wesley Chapel residents to help find 14-year-old Serenity Bell, last seen Saturday afternoon near Bluff Meadow Court. She's described as 5'9", about 120 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair, wearing a black hoodie, white shirt, black shorts, black sneakers, and a gold chain. Anyone with information is urged to call the Pasco Sheriff's non-emergency line at 727-847-8102, option 7.
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🗓 Events Nearby
Tuesday August 18 - Site Plan Review Committee →
Zephyrhills, FL Calendar, 5335 8th Street, Zephyrhills
10:30 am Thursday August 20 - 8-20-2026: How to Grow Bonsai in Florida →
Land O' Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O' Lakes Blvd, Land O' Lakes
2:00 pm Friday August 21 - NHS Induction Ceremony (in gym)
Sunlake High School Land O Lakes, FL 34638
6:00 pm - Football @ Central
Sunlake High School Land O Lakes, FL 34638
7:30 pm Monday August 24 - Early Release Day (Students released 1 hour early)
Schwarzkopf Lutz, FL 33548 - CRA Meeting →
Zephyrhills, FL Calendar, 5335 8th Street, Zephyrhills
5:00 pm - City Council Meeting →
Zephyrhills, FL Calendar, 5335 8th Street, Zephyrhills
6:00 pm Thursday August 27 - Left Right Center Tournament →
Medley at Mirada Clubhouse, 31800 Cannon Rush Dr, San Antonio
5:30 pm Wednesday September 2 - 9-2-2026 Basic Vegetable Gardening →
Land O'Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O' Lakes
6:00 pm Thursday September 10 - Land O' Lakes Business Exchange →
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Tampa Suncoast Parkway, 16615 Crosspointe Run, Land O' Lakes
11:30 am Friday September 11 - Parent's Night Out - Zephyrhills, FL 2026 →
East Pasco Family YMCA, 37301 Chapel Hl Lp, Zephyrhills
6:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Is there anyone out here that is someone who truly knows about spiders?
This one was in our house the other night. I didn't kill it, because I didn't know if it's a GOOD or BAD spider. The spider wasn't the real size… (Nextdoor Fox Ridge) - I heard a thud outside when doing lawn work and found a baby raccoon on the ground.
The eyes are still closed and the mother hasnt come back for 2 days. WHat can i do to help this little fella? I dont want it to die. EDIT: Thanks… (Nextdoor Quail Hollow)
- Lake County Schools posted a job opening for Assistant Football Coach (2026-2027) in Wesley Chapel. Apply here.
- JEM Restaurant Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Wesley Chapel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wesley Chapel here.
🗞 Nearby News
Land O' Lakes
- Developer opens Avilla Homes neighborhood in Land O' Lakes (lakerlutznews.com)
- Voters head to the polls Tuesday for Florida primary, governor's race driving turnout (tampabay28.com)
- DeCaire Joins Low Country For Remainder Of Season (speedsport.com)
Lutz
- Cheeseburger Sliders Chain Backed By Super Bowl Champ Opens In Tampa Area (patch.com)
Tampa
- Hillsborough County Primary Elections 2026: Candidates, How To Vote (patch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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