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Report sheds light on Dade City economy

By Kevin Weiss kweiss@lakerlutznews.com

An economic development report shows how the City of Dade City is faring through the first quarter of the 2019-2020 fiscal year — in other words, from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31.

Dade City’s new community and economic development director, Melanie

Romagnoli, presented the quarterly report to city commissioners at a regular meeting on Jan. 16.

Romagnoli, who assumed the position late last year, first unveiled a portion of the city’s current demographics — some of which may come as a surprise to the small town community.

The city has actually positioned itself as a younger market, she said, with a median age

of 35.5 years old, according U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey findings.

The findings show more beginning householders and newer marriages are settling in the city limits.

“The young ones are taking over,” Romagnoli quipped to commissioners.

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Story time is tail-wagging fun To promote literacy to young children in a fun way, the Hugh Embry Branch Library’s Read to Rover program pairs storybooks with man’s best friend, for a tail-wagging time. Toddlers and preschoolers are encouraged to read a book (or show the illustrations) to a trained, certified support animal, who patiently sits by the child during their time together. The nonjudgmental environment, along with the calming influence of the support dog, helps promote the development of reading skills, in an exciting manner. For more information on this bi-monthly program, call (352) 567-3576. Above, 4-year-old Wren Demaree, of Dade City, shows certified support dog Marley Beans the illustrations of a book by author Maddie Frost. The little girl and the dog were at a recent Read to Rover event at the Hugh Embry Branch Library. Marley Beans, a 7 ½ year-old yellow lab, recently graduated from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs training program.

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Ceremony celebrates start of Ridge Road extension

By Brian Fernandes bfernandes@lakerlutznews.com

It was a historic day in Pasco County, as a groundbreaking ceremony was held to celebrate the upcoming construction of the Ridge Road extension.

The new stretch of road will give motorists another east-west option through Pasco County, and will provide an additional evacuation route in the event of a disaster.

The groundbreaking, held Jan. 13, followed a permit issued in December by the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers.

County officials have been pushing for the project for more than two decades.

When the extension is completed, motorists will have another east-west way to get across the county, in addition to State Road 52 and State Road 54.

The ceremony, which drew numerous dignitaries, took place at the end of Town See EXTENSION, page 11A

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Two-year-old Dominque McKnight, of Dade City, reacts, when support dog Marley Beans gives him a kiss. Amber Elder, McKnight’s mother, said that her son loves cats, but is very shy around dogs. Instead of books, McKnight opted to show Marley Beans some Legos after their initial meeting.

Cheryl Snider, of Zephyrhills, praises her certified support dog, Marley Beans, during a recent Read to Rover event at the Hugh Embry Branch Library. Snider is a retired Disneyland executive administrator. The pup was just 7 months old when she rescued him. She knew the dog’s friendly and social nature would make him a great support dog. The two share a special bond. Snider sums it this way: ‘It’s Marley’s world, I just live in it.’

Medical marijuana ordinance gains first-round approval

By Kevin Weiss

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Dade City is a step closer to allowing medical marijuana treatment centers within its city limits.

Dade City Commissioners gave first-round approval to a zoning text amendment that would make the treatment facilities a permitted use in the city’s general commercial zoning district, and would make them an allowed use in commercial and employment center planned development districts.

The first vote took place on Jan. 14.A second hearing and approval are needed for the change to take effect.

More specifically, the amendment lets medical marijuana facilities be situated along U.S. 301/U.S. 98 south and north of town, and certain pockets of the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) district, but avoids much of the city’s historic downtown main street and central business district.

The text amendment also would require any future standalone pharmacies and drugstores to locate within those aforementioned districts, as Florida statutes prevent municipal-

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Dade City Commissioners gave first-round approval for a zoning text amendment that would allow medical marijuana treatment facilities within specific areas of the city. A second hearing and approval are needed in order to adopt the change.

ities from enacting regulations that are more restrictive for dispensaries than for traditional pharmacies.

The amendment also includes language establishing regulations for hand-rolled cigar manufacturing within city limits, something the city had not addressed.

Hand-rolled cigar facilities would be a conditional use, permitted use or allowed use in as many as 10 different types of business or planned development zoning districts.

The commission’s action was approved 32, with Scott Black and Eunice Penix voting no.

Black said:“I’m concerned about moving so quickly on the medical marijuana with this being still untested waters, but I’m also concerned about how we’re taking pharmacies out of zoning in the downtown business district.”

No one from the public weighed in on the issue.

The commission’s vote came after the Dade City Planning Board reviewed and voted to recommend the proposed amendSee MARIJUANA, page 11A

Local YMCA: A hotspot for seniors

By Brian Fernandes bfernandes@lakerlutznews.com

Zephyrhills is known for being a place where lots of people like to come during the winter — to avoid the bitter cold winters Up North.

Some of the snowbirds who flock there enjoy the community so much, they become permanent residents.

But there’s always a perceptible increase in traffic on the roads and diners when the snowbirds are in town.

That uptick in activity is evident in other places, too, including the East Pasco Family YMCA. The Zephyrhills branch offers seniors a place where they can stay active and can socialize.

Ryan Pratt, membership and wellness experience director at the branch, said he often chats with seniors to learn about their interests, with the aim of providing more programming for them.

There tends to be an influx of older members during this time of year, he said.

But the community also is heavily populated with seniors year-round.

And, because of that, the East Pasco YMCA has “specialized senior programming,” he said.

“That’s really taken off, I would say, over the last six months,” he added.

The Active Older Adults program offers group exercise classes.

In those classes, seniors perform stretches and work out in unison, under the direction of an instructor.

There are provisions made in the courses to accommodate those who have physical limitations, to allow them to exercise along with those who do not have those limita-

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Group exercise classes give seniors a chance to stay fit, and socialize, at the East Pasco Family YMCA in Zephyrhills.

tions, he said.

For instance, some class members may be in a wheelchair, while others are still quite active and fit, he said.

Healthy Living Initiative Programs offer therapeutic sessions for those with chronic issues such as arthritis.

And for those who prefer individual work outs, there’s a gym room.

At the beginning of the year, the facility added new exercise equipment and weights.

Those heading to the East Pasco YMCA also can enjoy such sports as basketball, volleyball and pickleball.

Pickelball, which is similar to tennis, is quite popular, Pratt said.

A senior committee meets once a month with center staff, to offer suggestions and feedback from members.

It allows their voices to be heard — and, it’s a way to promote potluck meals at the

Clare Christmas, of St. Leo, enjoys using the gym at East Pasco Family YMCA.

facility, Pratt said.

Last year, the YMCA branch started to implement a calendar to give members a heads up about non-exercise related activities.

Aside from fitness programs, it’s a place where seniors can hang out and socialize over a cup of coffee.

It’s a therapeutic environment for those who can empathize with someone else’s struggles, Pratt said.

“I’ve seen laughing, crying, hugging every day,” Pratt said.

Another Healthy Living Initiative Program is Live Strong.

This group consists of cancer survivors who can share their thoughts and learn about choosing healthier foods.

Sometimes older member venture out and about.

“Our senior group will go one visit to a

Zephyrhills restaurant and one visit to a Dade City restaurant,” Pratt said.“We’ll get 15, 25, 30 people this time of year, with our snowbirds down here.”

The twice-a-month field trips allow the group to get a good meal and to support local businesses, Pratt added.

When a member has been absent for several weeks, the YMCA staff will check up on them, Pratt said.

Pratt said the facility is like the television show “Cheers.”

It’s a place, “where everybody knows your name,” he said.

“We do like to say we’re more than just a gym,” he added. We are here to serve this community. That is our mission, that’s are goal.”

To learn more about the East Pasco Family YMCA, please call (813) 780-9622 or visit www.TampaYMCA.org. ing onto Old Pasco Road • Old Pasco Road, heading north, will have an added left-turn lane, leading onto Boom Boom Drive • Old Pasco Road, heading south, will have an added right-turn lane, leading onto Boom Boom Drive • The traffic light at Old Pasco Road and Quail Hollow Boulevard will be reconstructed • The traffic light at Old Pasco Road and Oakley Boulevard will be reconstructed “I know the citizens will be very happy,” Moore said.“The ones I’ve talked to are ecstatic that this is moving forward and coming to fruition.”

There are no expected lane closures or detours during construction.

The project is scheduled to be completed in Winter 2020.

Old Pasco Road restructure to enhance safety

By Brian Fernandes bfernandes@lakerlutznews.com

Construction is underway to reconstruct Old Pasco Road’s intersections with Quail Hollow Boulevard, Oakley Boulevard and Boom Boom Drive, in Wesley Chapel.

The improvements are in response to a route study that concluded upgrades are needed to improve safety and increase traffic capacity.

Pasco County Commission Chairman Mike Moore said he has heard concerns from motorists who travel on Old Pasco Road.

And Moore, whose District 2 includes the intersections in question, said he, too, has wit-

nessed a need for improvements.

“Just driving that intersection myself, throughout the years, you could tell there was obviously a need,” he said. “There was safety issues – how it was configured.”

Moore also noted that this project will alleviate school traffic for buses heading to and from Cypress Creek Middle-High School.

The campus will have even more students in the fall, when the new middle school opens — creating additional capacity for both middle and high school students at the Old Pasco Road complex.

As part of the $3 million road construction project: • Two northbound left-turn lanes will be

added on Old Pasco Road, leading onto Quail Hollow Boulevard • A northbound right-turn lane will be added on Old Pasco Road, leading onto Oakley Boulevard • Going south on Old Pasco Road, there will be a right-turn lane added, leading onto Quail Hollow Boulevard • The existing left-turn lane on southbound Old Pasco Road will be extended, leading onto Oakley Boulevard • Heading west on Oakley Boulevard, a right-turn lane will be added, leading onto Old Pasco Road • Heading west on Oakley Boulevard, its existing left-turn lane will be extended, lead-

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Pasco County adding two street hockey rinks

By B.C. Manion

have thus far donated 106,000-plus Lightning logo sticks and balls to 503 schools within the five-county area.

“About three years ago, we realized that after we distributed all of those sticks and balls that we had a place that those youngsters to play,” Feaster said.

Ten outdoor street hockey rinks are planned.

“We want to proceed to actually build two of those street hockey rinks here in Pasco,” Feaster told commissioners. The rinks will be 60 feet by 120 feet, and are expected to be completed by Aug. 30.

The Lightning Foundation also will provide a public awareness campaign and promote the scheduled clinics and league play opportunities.

It also will present street hockey clinics at the rinks once per quarter using Tampa Bay Lightning alumni and street team members.

And, it will invite the rinks’ street hockey champions to participate in a Tournament of Champions sponsored by the Lightning Foundation.

The Lightning Foundation also will have the sole right to sell sponsorship rights in connection with the dashboard, scoreboard, signs, etc.

“We’re excited about it,” Feaster said.

Commissioner Kathryn Starkey is enthusiastic, too.

“I just can’t tell you how excited our citizens are, and our kids, and I’m really looking forward to this,” Starkey said.

Commissioner Jack Mariano praised the Lightning’s community contributions.

“What you’ve done has really elevated the whole Tampa Bay region,” Mariano said.

Commissioner Ron Oakley marveled at the transformation regarding hockey in the region.

“I grew up in this area. We didn’t have hockey.That was a northern sport,” Oakley said.

Developing future hockey players requires early exposure to the game, Oakley said.

“That’s the way you get ‘em started, you’ve got to start young,” Oakley said.

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Pasco County and the Lightning Foundation have partnered on a project that will result in two street hockey rinks in the county, including one in Wesley Chapel.

The Pasco County Commission approved the agreement at its Jan. 7 meeting.

As part of the deal, the county will spend an estimated $240,000 to build concrete pads and associated infrastructure, which will be turned into street hockey rinks, complete with flashboards, scoreboards, scorers’ tables, and penalty boxes.

The Lightning Foundation will establish street hockey programming, including league play and tournaments.And, it will donate two complete sets of street hockey gear, including 80 sticks, two cases of balls, four goal nets, four youth sets of protective goalie gear, four adult size sets of protected goal gear and 80 reversible scrimmage vests, to be kept at the rinks.

One rink will be built at the Wesley Chapel District Park, at 7727 Boyette Road, and the other at the J. Ben Harrill Recreation Complex, at 2830 Gulf Trace Blvd., in Holiday.

Both locations are large enough to accommodate the outdoor street hockey rinks.

Jay Feaster, vice president of Community Hockey Development, told commissioners the street hockey rinks fit into an overall “Build the Thunder” effort.

Feaster said that the National Hockey League, the National Hockey League Players Association and Lightning owner Jeff Vinik are involved in the program.

Over a five-year period,“we committed to donate 100,000 Lightning logo street hockey sticks and balls to children within the five contiguous county area of Amelie Arena,” Feaster said.

That commitment also included visiting 500 schools during that period and donating “500 complete sets of street hockey gear, so the schools could continue to have children playing long after we were gone.

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A cuddly hug can go a long way In honor of Martin Luther King Day of Service on Jan. 20, the GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club chose a fuzzy, furry service project. Members collected well over 100 stuffed bears and other animals to deliver to various facilities, such as fire and police stations, memory care facilities and other venues. These cuddly comfort pets will be distributed to soothe stressed children and the elderly in need of something to hug. Sandi Marrow, left, and Annette Bellingar, club president, show off a portion of the animals collected.

Pasco teachers expected to vote on contract soon

By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com

A ratification vote on a negotiated contract between Pasco County Schools and the United School Employees of Pasco County has been scheduled for Jan. 29.

The school board and union settled contract negotiations just before Winter Break and now, the union is aiming to complete the ratification process in time to have salary increases to employees before Spring Break.

Jeff Larsen, of the United School Employees of Pasco County, conveyed that schedule to school board members at their Jan. 14 meeting.

The proposed contract calls for a 3.25% raise for teachers, as well as a number of contract language provisions.

A major sticking point in this year’s negotiations was a proposal by Superintendent Kurt Browning that called for secondary school teachers to take on an additional period of work, so the district could save money to fund salary increases for all employees.

The union fought that idea and ultimately the district dropped it.

As the new year begins, Larsen told board members,“we look forward to continuing to work together to try to do what’s best for the kids, as well as for the employees.”

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FRIENDSHIP SINGERS

The Friendship Singers, a volunteer organization that performs in local nursing homes, assisted living facilities and senior centers in Pasco and Hillsborough counties, is looking for new members.The group practices Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Pasco County Senior Center, 6801 Wisteria Loop in Land O’ Lakes.

Performances are on Sunday afternoons.

There are no auditions, and the ability to read music and prior singing experience are not necessary. For information, call or text Gerri Jackson at (352) 999-0425, or email jngrone@earthlink.net.

MINDFUL WRITING

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer “Mindful Writing with Melissa Carroll” on Jan. 23 at 4:30 p.m., for ages 18 and older. Participants can tap into their creative spark through mindful meditation and a creative writing exercise.

Bring a notebook and something to write with. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

CROCHET AND KNIT

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will offer a get-together for those who want to crochet and knit, on Jan. 25 at 10 a.m.This is a casual gathering to discuss and share crochet and knitting techniques.

Participants should bring their own projects/supplies. Supplies will be provided for beginners. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

DESSERT THEATER SHOW

Betmar Theater will present a Dessert Theater Show,“Anniversary Antics,” on Jan. 25 at 2 p.m., and Jan. 26 at 7 p.m., at the Betmar Acres Clubhouse No. 2, 3713 Lakewood Drive in Zephyrhills.The show is a combination of six skits and one-act plays, plus a dance act. Intermission will include dessert and a drink.Tickets are $6 and all seats are reserved. For information and tickets, call (585) 334-8344.

QUILT SHOW

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will host the Kumquat Festival Quilt Show on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guests can browse locally crafted . quilts. For information, call (352) 567-3576.

NO-SEW BLANKETS

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will offer a tween community service project on Jan. 25 from 2 p.m. to 4

p.m., for ages 9 to 12. Participants can make fleece blankets, no sewing required.All completed items will be donated to Sunrise of Pasco County.Those attending can earn up to two hours of community service for their school or organization, if needed.All materials will be provided. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

KUMQUAT FESTIVAL

Dade City’s annual Kumquat Festival will take place Jan. 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in downtown Dade City.There will be live music, arts and crafts, and all things kumquat, including pies, ice cream, cookies and other food.Admission and parking are free. For information, call (352) 567-3769, or visit DadeCityChamber.org.

DOCUMENT SHREDDING

The Big Shred III will take place on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon, at the West Pasco Judicial Center, 7530 Little Road in New Port Richey, to celebrate Data Privacy Day (Jan. 28). Participants can have up to three copier paper-size boxes or two tall kitchen trash bags of paper documents shredded for free. Staples, paperclips and other metal clasps must be removed. For information, visit Shred360.com.

THEMED RECIPES

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host “K’s Kitchen: Chinese New Year” on Jan. 25 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., for kindergarten through fifth grade.

Participants can make fun seasonal/themed recipes.A registration and signed waiver are required. For information, call (813) 9291214.

CLASSIC CAR CRUISE-IN

Main Street Zephyrhills will host a Classic Car Cruise-In on Jan. 25 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., in historic downtown Zephyrhills.The show will feature 1987 and older hot rods, street rods and antiques, along Fifth Avenue.

There also will be local craft food and beverages.Admission is free. For information, visit MainStreetZephyrhills.org.

ARTISAN MARKET

The Winter Wesley Chapel Chic Décor & Artisan Market will take place Jan. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Grove at Wesley Chapel, 6105 Wesley Grove Blvd.There will be local décor styles, such as farmhouse, rustic, vintage, shabby chic and industrial, as well as handcrafted jewelry, soap, children items, boutique clothing and more.The

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Salon Talk: A Community Conversation about Human Trafficking will be presented on Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Pasco-Hernando State College, Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., Building B Conference Center, in Wesley Chapel.

Those in attendance can learn from local experts and hear from a survivor about human trafficking in the Tampa Bay area.

Donations are needed to support the RAP House youth shelter. Receive one raffle ticket per voluntary donation. Donations needed include: gift cards; tickets to local events/movies, etc.; clothing and hygiene products for males and females ages 10 to 17; outdoor recreation equipment; arts and crafts supplies; toys and games; and holiday gifts.

Admission is free. Lunch will be provided.

Sign-in begins at 9:30 a.m. Seating is limited. Registration is required online at PHSC.edu/about/events.

event also will include creation stations craft workshops, live entertainment, and food trucks. For information, call (727) 6741464.

COOKING CLASS

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host a Cook It Up! class on Jan. 27 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., for ages 15 and older. Participants can learn how to make a sweet potato black bean salad using wholesome foods. Registration is recommended. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

PINE NEEDLE BASKETS

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer a two-part class on pine needle basketry on Jan. 27 and Jan. 28 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Materials for the project will be provided. Registration is required by calling (352) 567-3576.

ORCHID CLUB

The Tampa Orchid Club will meet Jan. 28 at 10 a.m., at the Northdale Recreation Center, 15550 Spring Pine Drive in Tampa.The guest speaker, Fred Clark of California’s Sunset Valley Orchids, will share his 42 years of experience with Cattleya hybrids and his work in Catasetum breeding.There also will be a bloom table, plants for sale and a silent auction. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. For information, call Barbara Barkhurst at (813) 226-7972.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

The Land O’ Lakes Library’s Teen Advisory Board will meet Jan. 28 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 2818 Collier Parkway.Teens ages 13 to 18 can attend to make friends, engage in activities, plan events at the library, and more. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

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The New River Library will host the free Vets Healing Vets program on Jan. 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Avalon Park West Club House in Wesley Chapel.Those attending can make crafts and socialize with other vets and their families. Crafts will be provided. For information, call (813) 7886375.

LUNCH AND LEARN

The Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., in Dade City, will offer a “Seniors in Service Lunch and Learn” on Jan. 29 at 12:30 p.m.

Seniors are invited to this information session about service opportunities in the community. Lunch will be provided. Stop by or call (352) 567-3576 to register.

GET FREE TREES

Join the Arbor Day Foundation anytime in January and receive 10 free flowering trees or five crapemyrtles.The flowering trees include two Sargent crabapples, three American redbuds, two Washington hawthorns and three white flowering dogwoods.The free trees are part of the Foundation’s Trees for America campaign.

Blood Drive & Vendors

Texas Roadhouse, 26409 Silver Maple Parkway in Wesley Chapel wants to help give back to the community for National Blood Donor Month. The restaurant will host a blood drive and vendor event on Jan. 25 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., that will include the One Blood Bus, food, kids games, activities and various vendors. Blood donors will receive a free movie ticket and a discount coupon for Texas Roadhouse.

Trees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting, between Feb. 1 and May 31. Members also will receive a subscription to the Foundation’s bi-monthly publication,“Arbor Day,” and “The Tree Book,” which includes information about tree planting and care.To join, send $10 by Jan. 31 to Ten Flowering Trees,Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410.Those interested can also join online at ArborDay.org/January.

RECYCLING SEMINAR

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will give residents a chance to meet and greet a Pasco County Recycling Services representative on Jan. 29 at 5 p.m., to find out what has changed and what has stayed the same. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

LEARNING STATIONS

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will offer Learning Adventures: Little Learning Stations on Jan. 30 at 10 a.m., for children ages 3 to 5 and their parent or caregiver.This is an early learning program that focuses on school readiness skills, such as letter knowledge, number and math awareness, and basic science concepts.This month’s theme is penguins. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

ROTARY CLUB SOCIAL

Rotary Club of Dade City Sunrise will meet for its “5th Thursday Social” on Jan. 30 at the Brass Tap, 37916 Pasco Ave., in Dade City.

The club usually meets at the Hampton Inn on U.S. 301 in Dade City every Thursday at 7 a.m., in the conference room.The Sunrise Rotary Clubs’ annual Kumquat Wine Sale is ongoing until Jan. 25. Proceeds will fund scholarship programs, food bags, Skivvies for Tots, and other community projects. For information, email Cindy Harper at charper29@aol.com.

LIBRARY BINGO

The Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, will host the return of its bingo games on Jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Prizes will include gift certificates to the Friends of the Library Bookstore and candies. Bingo will take place bi-monthly.

The next game will be in March. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

WRITERS’ GROUP

The Zephyrhills Public Library, 5347 Eighth St., will host a writers’ group on Jan. 31 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Participants can share their fiction/nonfiction stories, and discuss and suggest ways to improve writing.This month’s suggested topic is:Write a letter to a company expressing dissatisfaction with a purchase, using the words ‘nevertheless’ and ‘prepaid.’ For information Bring three extra copies of your work. For information, call (813) 780-0064.

MARINE4EVER MEETINGS

A local veteran organization for active duty and honorably discharged Marines and Navy F.M.F. corpsmen and chaplains who have served on active duty with the U.S. Marine Corps, meets weekly at 5 p.m.The group provides a venue for members to meet over food and drink, renew their camaraderie and share experiences.

Spouses and other veterans also are welcome to attend. Call (813) 381-9324 for restaurant location.The group also has a business meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m., at the Lutz Community Center, 98 First Ave., N.W. For more, visit Marine4Ever.com.

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Chase Bank to operate on State Road 54 A new Chase Bank is being built, on State Road 54 in Lutz, to replace an older one on the same corridor. The 3,000-square-foot structure, under construction at 23434 State Road 54, will have ATM machines, teller stands and offices. It will have a café area, too. It is expected to open in June.

Rock & Brews coming to Wesley Chapel A new Rock & Brews is beginning to take shape at 2600 Creek Grass Way, near Interstate 75. The 10,000-square-foot family restaurant is under construction near The Main Event, an entertainment center that will be opening soon.

First stand-alone Aussie Grill coming to Lutz

Another place to store your stuff A new 100,000-square-foot self-storage facility is on its way to Wesley Chapel, for the convenience of those needing more space for their stuff. The new three-story building, under construction at 33624 State Road 54, is expected to be finished in the fall.

Bloomin’ Brands is building an Aussie Grill restaurant at the Cypress Creek Town Center, off State Road 56, in Lutz. The restaurant chain also is planning a Carabba’s Italian Grill and a Bonefish Grill at the town center. The 2,925-square-foot Aussie Grill also is expected to have a 305-square-foot patio. Aussie Grill will open in 2020.

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Most of us don’t think twice about looking at our phone right when we wake up or buckling our seatbelt when we get in a car — we’ve done it so much, it’s become habitual.

So, just exactly what is a habit?

The Merriam-Webster dictionary says it is “an acquired mode of behavior that has become nearly or completely involuntary.”

In other words, it’s a behavior that’s become automatic.

Studies say it typically takes an average of 66 days to form a habit and for it to feel automatic.

So, as the New Year gets underway, what health habits are you going to change this year?

Whether trying to form a new habit, or drop an old one — be sure to phrase your resolution in a way that will line you up for success.

At the beginning of the New Year, people tend to be energized about forming or dropping habits, but by mid-February, up to 80 % of people have lost motivation and quit their efforts.

There are strategies that can help, however.

To avoid being part of that 80%, be sure to make specific, manageable goals.

Break down your overarching goals into smaller, realistic goals — and then keep track of your progress on a weekly or monthly basis.

By breaking it down, you can create a plan — and that applies to any area of change in your life, whether it be healthy eating, improved fitness, better budgeting and so on.

The American Psychology Association says that planning in small steps is key to making changes and building self-control.

For example, if you want to cut back on added sugar, start small.

Begin with removing or replacing one or two foods or drinks at a time.

Maybe in January, you cut out soda and replace it with water, and then in February, you stop eating sweet desserts and swap it for fruit, and so on.

(Tip:The food label has officially changed for large food companies as of Jan. 1, so you

can easily see how much added sugar is in a product).

Or, if you want to cook healthy meals at home more but you’re used to eating out four times a week, go down to three times a week at first, then twice a week, and so on, as you get more comfortable with cooking at home and learning how to meal plan.

If you’ve never stepped foot in a gym and you buy a gym membership, start by going just a couple of times per week instead of saying you will go five days right off the bat.

Five days a week may be your ultimate goal, but work toward achieving that over a period of weeks, rather than making it your starting point.

Changing any habit is challenging, so make small gradual changes and celebrate the wins along the way.

Speaking of small: A healthy weight loss should be small each week, from 1/2-pound to 2 pounds per week.

Losing a large amount of weight rapidly poses health risks, including slowing your metabolic weight, losing muscle mass, forming gallstones, and quickly regaining all the weight you just lost.

Another thing to remember is not to be too hard on yourself, if you lose focus.

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Oh, and one last thing, if your goal is to eat healthier, eliminate the word “diet.”

Dieting is typically associated with something temporary — a fad diet, a crash diet — but you want your new healthy choices to become a lifestyle — in other words, habits that will serve you, year after year.

So, here’s to a successful 2020 — adding good habits, and dropping bad ones, through manageable changes, one week at a time.

Shari Bresin is the Family & Consumer Science Agent for the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Cooperative Extension Pasco County.

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The mental wellness coalition, which was recently created by 30 local organizations, was developed to help improve outcomes for depression, anxiety and substance abuse disorders in the Tampa Bay area.

Zeisse, who was the chief strategy and operations officer with United Way Suncoast, will be responsible for driving the coalition’s mission of mobilizing the community toward strengthening mental wellness outcomes in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties.

She also will collaborate with the board of directors to raise public aware-

BE A SHINE VOLUNTEER

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) will host a volunteer orientation on Jan. 29 at The Area Agency on Aging, 4111 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, in the third-floor conference room.

Volunteers are needed to assist seniors in making informed health care decisions.

There will be a coffee and breakfast bar at 10 a.m., with a discussion on the ways to help seniors in Pasco County.

For information, call Sue Samson, SHINE program manager, at (727) 570-9696, ext.

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WOMEN’S HEARTS

AdventHealth Dade City, 13100 Fort King Road, will offer a discussion on “Women’s Hearts are Different” on Feb. 3 at noon.

Dr. Jennifer Roller, board-certified gynecologist, will discuss how heart health and women’s health are linked, and what questions to ask at an annual checkup.

Reservations are required by calling (833) 300-2371.

CLINICAL STUDY

ForCare Clinical Research (FCR) is looking for people with hidradenitis suppurativa for a clinical study meant to improve the lives of those with the painful condition.

Hidradenitis suppurativa, also known as HS, is a skin condition that causes small, painful lumps under the skin.The HS lesions typically occur in areas of the body where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits and groin.

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ness, and develop and implement initiatives that help guide the community to available mental wellness resources.

Qualified participants may receive compensation for time and travel; be seen by a dermatologist at no cost; and have access to medication for HS. To qualify, applicants must be between the ages of 18 to 75; be diagnosed with HS for at least one year; have HS lesions in at least two areas of the body; and, must not be diagnosed with any other significant skin conditions.

For more information about the study, call (813) 264-2155, or visit bit.ly/HSForCareStudy.

MENOPAUSE TALK

AdventHealth Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., will host “Women and Menopause” on Feb. 5 at noon, in the Cypress Room.

Dr. John Ferlita, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, will share alternative therapies, including medications.

Reservations are required by calling (877) 534-3108.

SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSES

Silver Sneakers strength and balance classes take place every Wednesday at 9 a.m., and every Friday at 10:30 a.m., at The Groves Golf and Country Club Civic Center, 7924 Melogold Circle in Land O’ Lakes.

These are low-impact classes for men and women, and are designed to improve flexibility and balance, which can help prevent falls, broken hips and more.

The classes are free for Silver Sneakers members and $5 per class for nonmembers.

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Get The Smile You Deserrve in 2020 FROM ORIGAMI ORTHODONTICS It’s a new year, and the perfect time to set goals that you have wanted to achieve for years!

Health goals are always a priorityy,, including orthodontic care, which can straighten your teeth, correct problems with your bite and give you the smile you’ve always wished for.

“For many people, the only thing stopping them from scheduling an appointment with an orthodontist is concern about the cost,” said Michael Ruelf, who works with patients at his wife’’s orthodontic practice in Land O’ Lakes, Origami Orthodontics. “At our practice, we work with patients of all ages and financial situations to help them find a solution that works for them.”

Dr. Lisa Brooks DDS MS, who opened her practice with her husband a year ago, adds, “W We want to serve people of all needs because improving someone’’s smile can be transformational. Everyone is deserving of orthodontic care, because it can impact their life all around — from boosting their confidence, to alleviating jaw pain, to improving the ability to eat and speak.”

One reason Origami Orthodontics is able to propro vide afffordable orthodontic care is because it has an inhouse lab that offers many services that other practices have to contract out. One of its most popular lab services is creating clear-aligner trays for adults that move teeth into place over a period of several months.

“Our Origami Aligners use trays that are similar to those made by Invisalign and Smile Direct, only ours have a variety of unique advantages,” explains Ruelf.

There are many medical and financial benefits to having an in-house lab, Dr. Brooks explains.

“I personally oversee the design and production of every tray created for our patients,” said Dr. Brooks.

“This allows me to make adjustments throughout the process, so patients get the very best results.”

An in-house lab also means there is better quality control, and turnaround is very fast – even the same dayy.

“Because our clear aligners are being both digitally designed and directly fabricated by the orthodontist, our patients will correctly align their teeth and bite, all while being provided conveniences similar to online or

at-home straightening companies like Smile Direct Club,” said Ruelf. “Being open on Saturdays, handling insurance claims directly for our patients, and offering tremendously fast turnaround times for clear aligners are just some of the unique conveniences that set Origami apart.”

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Dr. Brooks grew up near Elizabeth Cityy,, North Carolina, where her father was a radiologist. She knew from a young age that she want wanted ted to be a physician or a dentist, and decided on dentiistry because she has always liked working with her hands. She then chose orthodontics because of the positive environment and the creative nature of the plann ning involved in orthodontic treatment.

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NAME IT AND WIN IT Pasco County Schools’ After School Enrichment Programs will expand its offerings this summer, and is “looking for a summer camp name that reflects the diverse special interest camp topics that will be offered,” according to the Pasco County Schools website.

Summer camps immerse students in career explorations, volunteer opportunities and workshops that build direct life skills, offer field trips, and more.

Each camp is designed to provide experiences that foster individual strengths and interests.

Enrollment in each camp is limited to 20 students, in order to provide the best possible camp experience.

Camps include Early Educators Camp (Babysitting Camp), Aerospace Camp, Culinary Camp, and AMP it up! Camp.

Visit tinyurl.com/thr6p6x for information and to submit your camp name suggestion. If yours is chosen, your child can attend camp for free.

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Alongside members of the band, Wiregrass Ranch Marching Bulls band director, Josh Hobbs, center, accepts a framed resolution from Pasco County Commissioner Mike Moore, in recognition of the band’s win at the Florida Marching Band 2019 Class 4A State Championship.

MARCHING BAND HONORED The Pasco County Commission recently congratulated the Wiregrass Ranch High School Marching Bulls for winning the Florida Marching Band 2019 Class 4A State Championship. The band was the first in Pasco County to bring home that honor.

County commissioners were joined by Pasco County Schools Superintendent

CHOICE APPLICATION OPENS

The Pasco County Schools’ school choice application window opened on Jan. 21 for elementary students.The window will close at 4:30 p.m., on Jan. 31.

The application is available through the myStudent parent portal.

Parents who do not already have an account may establish one by going to the district website at PascoSchools.org, and click on the myStudent link (in the circle above the large photo).

This will be the only application window for elementary schools and it will be for all school choice options, including STEAM magnet schools, International Baccalaureate (IB), and the Cambridge Programme.

MURAL ART CONTEST

Pasco County and the Autism Society of Florida are inviting student artists, including those in the special needs community, to help paint the “Food for All” mural at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Boulevard, on Jan. 25 at 10:30 a.m.

The painting activity is a chance for students to beautify the community, while communicating and collaborating on ideas to promote sustainable, healthy food for everyone, in a quiet, calm and safe environment.

This event is the second part of Pasco County’s “Food For All” Mural Art Contest.

A local artist will be transposing the winning artwork from last month’s contest to the mural wall at the park.

The final mural will be unveiled during a special ceremony on Feb. 15.

To register, visit bit.ly/35QGbkJ.

FREE HOME INSTRUCTION

The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco Hernando offers HippyUSA (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters), a free program children ages 3 years old and 4 years old.

Home instructors provide encouragement and support.

Parents can work with instructors to review educational materials.

All materials and books are included.

For information, call (727) 569-1004.

MATH COMPETITION

Saint Leo University will offer high school students the chance to take part in the American Mathematics Competition 10 or 12, at no cost.

Both contests are scheduled for Feb. 5 at the Saint Leo campus, 33701 State Road 52, Lewis Hall, Room 119, in St. Leo. Students and parents need to arrive by

Kurt Browning and School Board Chairwoman Colleen Beaudoin, in congratulating the band for its accomplishment. County commissioners also adopted a resolution to mark the achievement and gave one to each of those attending the Jan. 7 session.

“We want to obviously congratulate each and every one of you,” said Commission Chairman Mike Moore.

Commissioner Kathryn Starkey added: “I appreciate the hard work that you put in, lots of hours practicing.

Superintendent Browning said: “This program is to be commended for their tenacity and their hard work that got them here.”

Josh Hobbs, the school’s band director, told commissioners:“We’re all very, very excited to be part of this.”

5:45 p.m., as the contest starts at 6 p.m.

Parents must register their students in advance by emailing Dr. Kevin Murphy, of the Saint Leo mathematics faculty, at kevin.murphy@saintleo.edu, and including “AMC 10/12” in the subject line.And, in the email text, list each student entrant’s name, age and school grade.

Students are given 75 minutes to get through the questions.

The AMC 10 is for students in grade 10 and lower, and younger than 17 ½ years of age on the day of the exam.The questions cover high school math up to that grade level.

The AMC 12 is for students in grade 12 or lower, and who are younger than 19 ½ years of age on the day of the exam. The questions cover the high school math curriculum, including trigonometry, advanced algebra and advanced geometry.There is no calculus.

MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST

Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano is accepting entries in an essay contest, which begins Feb. 1. Entries will be accepted until 5 p.m., March 2.

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In 300 words or less, students should answer the questions,“If you could spend tax dollars to fund any program, what would it be and why?”

Entries will be judged on how well the student communicates his or her response, overall essay structure, appearance and readability.

Students in public/charter schools should submit their essays to their principal, who will then forward it to the tax collector’s office.

Students in private, parochial, nonpublic or home-schools should send their entries directly to Greg Giordano, assistant tax collector, Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office, P.O. Box 276, Dade City, FL 33526.

Entries also may be emailed to ggiordano@pascotaxes.com.

All submissions must include the student’s name, school, grade and contact information.

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The next largest segment is the senior or elderly population.

The city’s median household income is $40,000, with primary employment in the manufacturing, retail trade and health care sectors.

The report also states that generally two generations have lived and worked in the community, and their children are likely to follow suit.

Romagnoli shared other various development figures in the new fiscal year.

The city staffer said there were 475 total permits and 477 building inspections in the first three months, equating to roughly $156 million in improvements, upgrades and so on.

She explained a majority of those permits were related to new single-family homes, apartments and commercial buildings, followed by various renovations to properties in the form of new roofs, new air conditioning units, garage doors and other improvements.

Romagnoli also noted that the city experienced 102 new code enforcement cases in the first quarter. Of those, 59 have already achieved compliance. Eight required liens from the city for the mowing of overgrowth. The remaining 35 cases are still open, undergoing due process and re-inspections.

Meantime, she said the city’s planning and zoning department has been “fully loaded” with work orders — anything that requires comprehensive plan amendments, zoning amendments and annexations.

The department underwent 116 site plan approvals/reviews and two land use variances. It also sent out 238 zoning determination calls/letters during the last three months.

The department also completed 31 preapplication redevelopment meetings with various developers.

MARIJUANA, from page 1A ment last month.

The city previously had a series of concurrent moratoriums on medical marijuana treatment centers within its municipal limits dating back to 2016, to study its possible impacts.

In September, city commissioners directed city staff to draft an amendment to the city’s land development regulations that would change that, and allow medical marijuana dispensaries in specified areas.

Commissioners also: • Approved a subdivision preliminary plan for The Cove, a new 10-lot Habitat for Humanity subdivision located between 15th and 17th streets north of Main Avenue • Approved a subdivision preliminary plan for Countryside, a new 25 single-family lot subdivision located east of U.S. 301 on vacant lands on Countryside Place • Approved a first reading ordinance of an annexation petition for JDR Investments Inc., for a 0.41-acre parcel located at 14836 U.S. 301, considered an enclave within the city • Approved a first reading ordinance of an annexation petition for Esplanade Communities of Florida, for a 0.22-acre parcel located at 36221 State Road 52, which was previously not discovered in the subdivision approval process • Approved a final plat for the Shoppes of Dade City, for the development of eight lots, generally located at the northeast corner of U.S. 301 and Clinton Avenue

Online permitting is expected to become available sometime this quarter, Romagnoli said.

There also will be an online GIS map system available for public viewing of parcels and properties in the city limits.

And, the economic development director mentioned two new city planners were recently added to the department. Sarah Rader, a Planner I, is updating the city’s future land use maps and filing system. Sam Mirza, a Planner II, has assumed planning commission duties, as well as anything related to site plan, long-range and current planning.

Romagnoli also outlined some of her initiatives for the rest of the year.

She told commissioners that she plans to have more focused and proactive code enforcement efforts, particularly getting a handle on illegal dumping areas and abandoned/junk vehicles.

She said those are “two particular issues we have throughout the city.”

She continued:“We’re trying to get some of the concerns addressed by the neighborhoods.”

She has ideas for sprucing up downtown, too.

She hopes to upgrade downtown lighting and kiosks, establish a downtown landscaping plan in collaboration with the Dade City Garden Club, and develop a public art mural standards and application process.

She’s also interested in creating a prospectus for the city’s CRA (Community Redevelopment Area) district that would include property valuations, areas of focus and marketing material, in partnership with local realtors and building owners.

Other large-scale projects Romagnoli plans to focus on include: • Contracting a visitor’s information center at the Hardy Trail • Updating the city’s comprehensive plan • Finalizing and completing enclave annexations • Developing a city destination marketing plan with involvement from local merchants and stakeholders.

• Adopted a second reading of a zoning map amendment to approximately 3.04 acres of real property at 36830 Blanton Road, to a residential general zoning district.The moves allows for the proposed development of multi-family units at 10.5 units to 20 units per acre, directly across the street from PascoHernando State College, where students and/or faculty could reside; the property is currently occupied by a quadruplex family residence. The applicant was PJW Management LLC. • Adopted a second reading of a zoning map amendment on approximately 61 acres of real property located at 38364 Clinton Avenue, to medium residential single-family zoning district The proposed use of the property will allow the development of a 249 single-family lot subdivision (Hilltop Pointe) at less than six dwelling units per gross acre; the property currently hosts a commercial farming operation. The applicants were Philmon Citrus Nursey LLC and Cephus Food Sales LLC. Commissioner Nicole Deese Newlon spoke out against some of the fast-moving development that’s been approved in the city of late, suggesting that potential negative traffic impacts aren’t getting enough consideration.

The commissioner directed her attention — and voted against — the proposed 25-lot subdivision Countryside, east of U.S. 301, adjacent to a busy block that includes a McDonald’s.“We’ve approved several developments in the city limits, and it seems like traffic is kind of a cursory afterthought a lot of times,” she said.

EXTENSION, from page 1A Center Road.That’s where Ridge Road will extend, heading east.

Pasco County Commission Chairman Mike Moore, of District 2, kicked off the ceremony, with a few remarks. He was joined at the ceremony with his colleagues on the commission: Ron Oakley, Jack Mariano, Kathryn Starkey and Mike Wells.

“It’s another great day in Pasco County,” Moore said.“The Ridge Road extension is finally happening, providing a much needed east-west route through the heart of Pasco County for our citizens, and insuring another critical emergency evacuation route.”

Currently, Ridge Road runs between Moon Lake Road to the north, and DeCubellis Road to the south, in New Port Richey.

The roughly 9-mile extension ultimately will link the road to U.S. 41, in Land O’ Lakes.

Construction is being broken into two phases.

The new Ridge Road intersections and their anticipated completion dates go as follows: Phase 1 • From Moon Lake Road/DeCubellis Road to Town Center Road, with completion scheduled for 2020 • From Town Center Road to Suncoast Parkway, with completion scheduled for 2021 • Extension widened from two lanes to four lanes to Suncoast Parkway, with completion scheduled for 2022 Phase 2 • Four lanes from Suncoast Parkway to Sunlake Boulevard, with completion scheduled for 2022 • Four lanes from Sunlake Boulevard to U.S. 41, with completion scheduled for 2025 The first phase will cost an estimated $90 million.

The second phase has not been funded.

The project also has received congressional support.

U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis of Florida’s 12th congressional district has been an advocate for Ridge Road’s extension. He has urged the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for several years to issue a permit for the project.

At the groundbreaking, Bilirakis said:“This is a team effort, and it is a big deal. We’re thankful this morning to celebrate a vision that began many years ago.”

Pasco County Administrator Dan Biles also was instrumental in helping the project move forward.

He signed off on the permit, the day the county received it.

“As Ridge Road is built, it actually reduces the traffic on [State Roads] 54 and 52, and right around there by 10%,” Biles said.

Commissioner Mariano, who represents District 5, said:“The future’s bright for Pasco

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Mariano also called attention to safety concerns that will be addressed as a result of the new corridor.

“One of the major reasons we elevated it (Ridge Road), was to make it safer so it can be used during a hurricane event as well,” he said.

Mariano made reference to Tropical Storm Debby, which caused State Road 54 to shut down in 2012.

“This right here is going to be for the safety of our citizens on the west side of this county,” added Commissioner Ron Oakley, of District 1.

County officials said the elevation also significantly reduces impacts to the wetlands of the Serenova Tract of Starkey Wilderness Preserve.They estimate that reduction in impacts to be as high as 83%.

The project includes 16 bridges, curbs, guardrails and fencing.

Impacts to wildlife are being taken into consideration as well.

The end of Town Center Road has been cleared of brush, and is now being surveyed for gopher tortoises in the vicinity, said Sam Beneck, the project manager.

Any tortoises found in the construction area will be relocated to another site, Beneck said.

While the county has been pushing for the project for decades, environmentalists have been opposed to it.

The opponents, including the Sierra Club Florida Conservation, have said the new measures do not go far enough in protecting the Preserve or wildlife.

Commissioner Kathryn Starkey, who represents District 3, said the extension will provide another alternative for those going to River Ridge High School and River Ridge Middle, which are located along Town Center Road.

That will reduce congestion and improve safety, Starkey said, noting,“it was never intended” for both schools to have only one entrance.

“Not only is this a very important hurricane evacuation route, but it’s also very important for the well-being of the students and the faculty, and all this neighborhood of the River Ridge complex,” Starkey said.

“The Ridge Road extension will have a lasting impact that extends far beyond the community surrounding this site,” said Commission Vice Chairman Mike Wells, of District 4.

After remarks concluded, officials donned hard hats and grabbed shovels to take part in a ceremonial groundbreaking pose.

Ridge Road’s extension to Town Center Road is expected to begin in coming weeks, with construction of that portion expected to be completed by this fall.

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By Kevin Weiss kweiss@lakerlutznews.com

Land O’ Lakes High School athletics department underwent a search for a new head football coach in 2018.

The school again is heading back to the drawing board to find the next leader of its varsity football program, a mere two years later.

Chad Walker, who coached the Gators in 2018 and 2019, resigned from his post to become the head football coach at Cambridge Christian School in Tampa; the private school made the announcement official earlier this month.

Chad Walker Walker’s exit from Land O’ Lakes marks the only varsity head football coaching vacancy in Pasco County this offseason.

Walker undoubtedly has big shoes to fill at his latest stop. He replaces Bob Dare, who in 11 seasons steered Cambridge Christian to five straight playoff appearances, including a trip to the 2A state title game in 2015. Dare also is Cambridge’s all-time winningest football coach, with 72 victories. Walker takes over a team that went 8-3 last season and reached the 2A regional semifinals, losing to Admiral Farragut.

Walker’s tenure at Land O’ Lakes was somewhat of a mixed bag, after he replaced former coach Brian Wachtel, who held the post for seven seasons from 2011 to 2017.

In Walker’s first season in 2018, the Gators went 7-3, narrowly missing the playoffs, but achieving its first winning campaign since 2013, restoring some confidence in the historic program.

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The Land O’ Lakes Gators varsity football team went 2-8 in 2019.

Perhaps just as important that year, the Gators finally supplanted crosstown foe Sunlake High in the annual “Butter Bowl” rivalry game — the first such victory in eight years. (Land O’ Lakes did win the Butter Bowl game in 2011, but it was later forfeited due to recruiting violations.)

The 2018 team also saw wins over Citrus, Cypress Creek, Lakeland Christian, Pasco, Anclote and Fivay high schools, respectively.

Walker’s second season was a reversal of fortune, though.

The 2019 team slumped to a 2-8 mark, its only wins coming against Freedom and

Zephyrhills Christian schools.And, most of the team’s losses were blowouts, with a 31-point loss, three 40-plus point losses and two 50-plus point losses, among others.All told, the Gators were outscored 137-363.

The letdown season was a bit surprising, as the team returned All-Conference quarterback Ethan Forrester and added a couple of prominent assistant coaches, including former NFL players Aveion Cason and Kelvin Kinney.The team, however, graduated about two dozen seniors from the prior season, including eight All-Conference selections.

Walker joined Land O’ Lakes as a 33-yearold with a background as a veteran college football assistant, with stops at Division I FCS, Division II and Division III levels. He was an All-Conference tight end at Division I FCS Lafayette College in Pennsylvania, then parlayed that into a professional stint in NFL Italy and the European Federation of American Football.While at Land O’ Lakes, he worked for Tampa-based Applied Science and Performance Institute (ASPI), which provides advanced training and development to college and pro football players and other athletes.

The next leader of the Gators’ program will become the sixth football coach in school history. Besides Walker and Wachtel, previous head coaches were Matt Kitchie, John Benedetto and Dan Sikes.

For many years, Land O’ Lakes had one of the top football programs in Pasco County, earning a string of 14 straight playoff appearances from 1997 to 2009 under coaches Benedetto and Kitchie.

But, the team hasn’t made the playoffs since, as recent success of other programs in the county — as well as an ever-challenging district — have made winning consistently a tall task.

The team will have to groom a new starting quarterback with the graduation of Forrester, but the bulk of the roster is expected to return in 2020.

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Pasco Hernando-State College men’s basketball standout Daniel Harrison Jones recently signed with Life University, an NAIA Division I program in Marietta, Georgia. The 6-foot-2 forward led the Bobcats in scoring (15.2 points per game) and was second in rebounds (5.4 per game) during the 2018-2019 season.

Jones prepped at Brandon High.

RUN FOR LIFE 5K The Run for Life Founder’s Day 5K and 1-mile Fun Run is set for March 7, at the Zephyrhills Main Street stage, 38500 Fifth Ave., in Zephyrhills.

Registration begins at 6:30 a.m., with a 7:45 a.m. 5K start time and 7:50 a.m. 1-miler start time.An awards ceremony will immediately follow the races.

The event will benefit the Zephyrhills Pregnancy Care Center, which serves mothers and their children in the community.

Cost for the 5K is $25, and $15 for the 1miler. Various sponsorships also are available.

For information, call (813) 453-9042, or email ninevincents@gmail.com.

MEN’S SOFTBALL LEAGUE

Registration is now open for Idlewild Baptist Church’s Men’s Softball league.

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Saint Leo University men’s basketball head coach Lance Randall achieved his 200th career Division II win, in a 95-80 road victory over Lynn University, on Jan. 11. Randall, who sported a 200-139 career record in 11 seasons at the time of the win, is in his second head coaching stint at Saint Leo. He was the Lions head from 2011 to 2015, then assumed the same position at Lindenwood University (St. Charles, Missouri) from 2015 to 2019, before returning to Saint Leo again this season.

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Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High junior guard Isabella Prada recently surpassed 1,000 career points for her varsity basketball career. The 5-foot-6 Prada has averaged a combined 18 points per game in three varsity seasons.

Games will be played Monday evenings, from March 9 through May 11, at Idlewild Lutz’s campus, 18333 Exciting Idlewild Blvd., in Lutz.The league is open to all men in the community ages 18 and older. Cost is $50 per player.

If you would like to put together a team or coach, contact Amanda Carrow at acarrow@ idlewild.org or (813) 264-8759.

For more information and to register, visit Idlewild.org/recreation.

ADULT SOFTBALL SIGN-UPS

Registration is now open for the Pasco County Parks & Recreation Department/CAJS Enterprise 2020 Adult Softball Spring League. Games are slated to begin the first week of February. Men’s and coed recreational and competitive leagues will be offered at Land O’ Lakes Heritage Park, 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes.

Cost to enter a team is $460, plus an additional $25 for a National Softball Association (NSA) sanctioning fee. Price includes an 10-game regular season, plus playoffs.

For information, visit CAJSenterprise.com, or email CAJSenterprise@yahoo.com.

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Wesley Chapel native Tre’ McKitty announced that he’s transferring from Florida State University to the University of Georgia for the 2020 football season. The 6-foot-5, 245-pound tight end caught 50 passes for 520 yards in three seasons in Tallahassee.

McKitty, who prepped at Wesley Chapel High and IMG Academy, will enroll at Georgia as a graduate transfer and will be eligible immediately.

Watergrass Elementary fifth-grader Jonny Robinson has been selected to represent Team USA at the first-ever Youth Soccer World Cup in Madrid, Spain, in April.

Robinson is one of only 20 American players selected for the honor, as tryouts were held in over 20 cities in the United States.

Robinson and Team USA will join hundreds of the world’s top youth players representing more than 45 countries in the event.

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Twelve-year-old Erin Potter, left, presses lemons, while 7-year-old Aspen Bahr takes orders for cups of freshly squeezed lemonade.

The girls are both from Zephyrhills and are helping out at Aspen’s Uncle Kevin’s business, Bahr’s Smokin Butts. Potter estimates that she has squeezed over 100 lemons in a three-hour span.

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housands of people headed out to the 10th annual Pigz in Z’Hills BBQ & Blues Festival for a common reason – to listen to live Blues music, while enjoying barbeque chicken, pork and brisket.

The event, presented by The Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce, took place on Jan. 17 and Jan. 18 at the Zephyrhills Community Venue, 5200 Airport Road.

The People’s Choice dessert competition was held on Jan. 17.A steak competition and kid’s grilling competition, both sanctioned by the Steak Cookoff Association, also were held that evening. A cornhole tournament with a $500 purse and the music of live, local bands rounded out the evening.

The main event on Jan. 18, from 10 a.m.

to 6 p.m., featured the delicious food offerings of 60 professional and backyard barbeque teams.They were competing for a share of the $10,000 in cash prizes and bragging rights. The competition is approved by the Florida BBQ Association.

While tucking into their delicious plates of barbeque, attendees were entertained by some top Blues musical acts, including The Sauce Boss, Chris Walker Band, Sean Chambers, and Chuck Riley’s All Stars.

Besides sampling the barbeque, eventgoers could visit the Kids Zone, complete with games, bounce houses and a rockclimbing tower.Those attending also could check out a Business Expo, which featured numerous local businesses and vendors with products available for sale. Other options included a Swine & Shine Car Show, access to the Zephyrhills Military History Museum, and another cornhole tournament with a $1,000 purse.

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The Smoke Shack’s John Caldwell uses a large knife to chop up some brisket that has been slow cooking for 18 hours. Caldwell, who travels all over the country competing in barbeque events, spends his time between his homes in Lakeland, Florida; Mobile, Alabama; and, Columbus, Ohio.

With a loaded baked potato from Sadie’s Roasted Corn LTD in hand, Michael Harper, of Hudson, feeds a bite to Leslie, his wife of eight years. The duo also tried out the corn on the cob, which they both said was delicious.

Billboard charting artist and Florida native Sean Chambers, left, jams out on stage with his band.

Five-year-old Xander Tombillo, of Wesley Chapel, zooms down a giant, inflatable slide inside the Kids Zone area of the festival. The youngster was at the event with his parents Kate and Matt, who estimated Xander had gone down the slide at least 20 times already.

ON 1A: Proudly wearing the iconic Pigz in Z’Hills hat, James Messer, of Dade City, enjoys a cold brew while smiling at his wife, Erica, who was shopping at the vendor booths inside of the Business Expo area.

Deb Cadieux, of Zephyrhills, left, and her husband, Doug, clap at the end of Sean Chambers’ performance of his original song, ‘Red Hot Mama.’ The duo, both dressed in tie-dye T-shirts, were dancing in the special area in front of the stage that was reserved for dancing.

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Specter loves to walk Specter is 3 years old and loves to meet new friends, but needs to be introduced slowly, as he can be a bit rambunctious. He love to play ball and to go for walks. Specter walks well on a leash and would love the chance to meet your family.

If you would like to adopt Hera or Specter, be sure to visit Pasco County Animal Services at 19640 Dogpatch Lane in Land O’ Lakes. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 6:30 p.m. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip and vaccines. For more information, email adoptionpartners@pascocountyfl.net.

PET PAWS KREWE MEMBERS INVADE PET CENTER Members of the Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla took a break from pillaging and plundering to play with dogs and cats at the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center.

Decked out in full garb, the Krewe visited the center on Jan. 16, to help exercise and socialize with the dogs in the shelter’s ROMP (Receiving Outside Meaningful Playtime) program, and to frolic with cats in the cat meeting room.

The Pet Resource Center is the only open-admission shelter in Hillsborough County, which means it accepts dogs and cats regardless of breed, size or medical condition.

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Attendance is free. Upcoming meetings will be Feb. 27 and March 26.

For information, call Gulfside Hospice Chaplain Mike Merritt at (727) 845-5707.

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Pasco County Animal Services has a new lifetime pet license program and online purchasing system.

Existing licenses can now be replaced with a lifetime tag at your pet’s renewal date. The new tag will remain with your pet for life, eliminating the need for annual replacements.

Participants can use the online portal to: • Create a profile for each pet • Upload proof of rabies vaccination • Request new license tags, renew ex-

pired license tags or order replacement tags • Make payments for licenses There is no change in cost for this new and upgraded service, and Pasco County Animal Services will send the tag in the mail.

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Pasco requires current licensing for all dogs and cats that are 4 months old and older.

Owners of unlicensed pets can receive fines up to $125 per unlicensed pet.

Pet licensing helps ensure public safety and rabies prevention.

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EvoLove Event Center, 4575 Pet Lane in Lutz, will host a fundraiser, “Market & Minis with the Fur Babies on the Lawn,” on Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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The presentation also includes an update on the tenants and Gold’s ideas for his container designs that are intended to attract small, family-owned businesses.The luncheon is set for Jan. 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Pebble Creek Golf Club, 10550 Regent Parks Drive in Tampa. Registration closes on Jan. 22 at 3 p.m.. Cost is $25 at the door for members and $30 for nonmembers. Payment at the door is cash or check only.

cluding in Pasco, where high-wage, skilled manufacturing jobs are beginning to flourish,” Starkey said, in a news release.“I am also grateful that President Trump recognizes the importance of involving county governments in matters like these. My presence at the White House today is a testament to the Trump administration’s commitment to ensuring all levels of government have a seat at the table.”

Starkey was invited to attend the signing because she is one of 19 government officials sitting on the Intergovernmental Policy Advisory Committee, which provides advice to the United States Trade Representative on commerce affairs affecting state and local governments, according to the release.

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KATHRYN STARKEY ATTENDS TRADE-DEAL SIGNING

Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey was among elected officials invited from across the country to attend the signing of the Phase One trade deal between the United States and China, presided over by President Donald Trump and Chinese officials.

“I am excited to watch the benefits of this agreement unfold throughout the country, in-

DIRECTOR OF STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

The Pasco Economic Development Council Inc., has hired Mike Bishop as its new director of stakeholder engagement, according to a news release.

Bishop, the founder of Big Storm Brewing Co., was selected to fill the newly created post, following an extensive search.

The position fits in with the economic development council’s board and staff’s 2019-2021 WIN 2.0 Strategic Plan, the release says.

Bishop had a career in financial services

VISION FOR THE GROVE

The North Tampa Bay Chamber economic development luncheon will feature a presentation by Mark Gold on the vision for The Grove.Those plans include a family park, an amphitheater for musical performances, a brewery, new restaurants, an indoor adven-

before founding the first microbrewery in Pasco County.

While at Big Storm Brewing Co., Bishop worked closely with the Pasco EDC as an investor and advocate for economic development in Pasco County.

"Mike created a successful business and grew it from the ground up, right here in Pasco County," Bill Cronin, president/CEO of Pasco EDC, said in the release.

Bishop’s background as Big Storm’s CEO, chief financial officer, head of sales and head brewer — and his interactions with Pasco EDC through the years, made him “the perfect choice” for his new role, Cronin said.

In his new post, Bishop will seek to enhance the Pasco EDC and Pasco County's relationships with business leaders. He also will oversee local, national and international event coordination and logistics.

Bishop is a longtime Pasco resident and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of South Florida, with an emphasis in Finance.

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