From the Phil Matthey’s Campaign. Phil Matthey is a candidate for Circuit Court Judge, Group 21 for Pinellas and Pasco counties. Vote can for Phil on August 26, 2014. Phil has dedicated his career to serving the citizens of our state and particularly those living in Pasco and Pinellas counties. While studying criminal justice at...

Sergeant Ross started with the Pasco Sheriff's Office in 2006 as a Forensic Technician. He obtained his Law Enforcement Certification through Withlacoochee Technical Institute and became a Patrol Deputy in 2008. In 2010, he was promoted to Detective in the Economic Crimes Unit. He worked several complex investigations and was the agency's counterfeit currency investigator. As a ...

New to the heart of Lutz in a prime location, Long Lake Ranch is located off of highway 54 near the Suncoast Expressway. It consists of two phases, 55s and 65s. This North Tampa community makes for an easy commute to work in Tampa as well as a short drive to the airport. As you turn onto Sunlake Blvd towards the community entrance, you can’t help but notice the exquisitely landscaped...

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce held their 39th Annual Installation & Awards Banquet at the Heritage Harbor Golf & Country Club and all agreed it was one of the best yet. Premier Sponsor Centennial Bank dignitaries like Michael Ciminna from Congressman Bilirakis' office, Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller Dr. Paula O'Neil, Pasco County Commissioner's District 4 Henry Wilson, Pasco County Commissioner's District 2 Pat Mulieri, Pasco Economic Development Council (PEDC) Krista Covey, Pasco Hernando Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Ignacio Ruiz, Honorary Mayor of Land O' Lakes Pam Oakes & her mom Peggy and Past Central Pasco Chamber Presidents Kurt Conover, Darla Sarhaddi, Charlie Reese and Lorraine Lane.

Florida’s only dual-accredited compounding pharmacy, Trinity Medical Pharmacy, celebrated the opening of its newly expanded, state of the art lab facility on Friday. Leaders, dignitaries and medical professionals from throughout Pasco, Hillsborough and Pinellas counties attended the event, which included a ribbon-cutting and tours of the new 12,000 square foot facility. Since opening a little more than two years ago, Trinity Medical Pharmacy has been trusted by more than 3,000 doctors and nearly 20,000 patients. Trinity currently employs 115 medical professionals. “Our team is on the cutting edge of the pharmaceutical industry,” said Krutika Patel, founder and CEO of Trinity Medical Pharmacy. “This larger, updated facility helps us meet the growing demand for specifically tailored medicines and allows us to continue to help our patients get better and have their lives changed.”

Friends and family gathered to show their support for Marissa Collier after she announced she is cancer free and will be heading out to compete in the Miss Florida Scholarship Pageant soon. Marissa, Miss Nature Coast 2014, has been amazing through it all. She showed such strength and courage even with all of the setbacks after surgery. She was determined that cancer did not own her! Although she had some set back with the surgery, she was determined she would be able to represent Miss Nature Coast at Miss Florida. Cancer Free, Infection Free, and arm mobility is improving by the day with therapy she is in pageant ready mode!

At the Land O Lakes Community Center on US 41, the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce and the Trinity-Odessa Chamber of Commerce competed in the 2^nd Annual Chamber Challenge Softball Game this weekend. Both teams stayed in the game through the end, adding an extra inning due to a tied score. With the typical June Florida weather, the Chamber provided refreshments and face painting for the fans. A voluntary partnership of business and professional people working together to build a thriving economy and improve the quality of life for the entire community, The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce promotes businesses and our community. Chamber involvement in the past has resulted in better roads, safer neighborhoods, increased and improved recreational facilities, and new economic development projects that have benefitted businesses and citizens.

Capital Tacos celebrated their one year anniversary at the US 41 location and owners Kristel and Bobby Haskett have much to celebrate. The restaurant that seats about 30 served over 500 customers in one day last week. Bobby Haskett, who runs the kitchen while his wife and business partner manages the front of the house, believes “You can go anywhere to get tacos,” Heskett said. “We just try to bring a little of what's-not-there there.” Born from the burning desire for great food and an on going quest for unique and authentic ingredients, is the culmination of traditional Mexican cooking and regional Tex-Mex flavors. Upon the realization that too many establishments were serving too much of the same thing and not paying attention to what their customers were asking for, Capital Tacos stepped up to the plate (no pun intended) and challenged traditional notions that freshly prepared and made-from-scratch ingredients can't be served in a quick, affordable, authentic and efficient way.

The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce members came out early to the Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club, located at 10641 Old Tampa Bay Drive in San Antonio, for a great breakfast buffet and to network with fellow Chamber members and have a chance to listen to an Guest Speaker, Congressman Gus Bilirakis 12th District, Florida and Podium Sponsor, Dr. Paul R. Albear, MD, of Albear Plastic Surgery. Bilirakis grew up in Tarpon Springs, Florida, but calls nearby Palm Harbor home. He was the grandson of Greek immigrants. His grandfather owned a local bakery where Bilirakis worked from a young age. He attended Tampa Bay area public schools and continued to work in his grandfather's bakery while growing up. Bilirakis graduated from Tarpon Springs High School and St. Petersburg Junior College. He then attended the University of Florida, where he graduated in 1986 with a bachelor's degree in political science. He received his law degree from the Stetson University College of Law in 1989.

Cypress Creek Ice and Sports Complex of Wesley Chapel Developer Gordie Zimmermann impressed the crowd that included Pasco County Commissioners Jack Mariano, Kathryn Starkey, Pat Mulieri, Ted Schrader and Henry Wilson along with Florida State Senator Wilton Simpson, Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber President Jeff Novotny, Hockey team members from Wiregrass Ranch High School, Mitchell High School and representatives from the University of South Florida whose Hockey team is thinking about playing there in future. The crowd was electric with excitement as TV cameras from all of our regional media outlets trained their lenses on the unveiling of the design for Florida’s largest ice skating facility and the announcement of plans for a 120 room hotel adjacent to the ice rinks. Pasco County Commission Chairman Jack Mariano said the facility will provide recreational ice for local skaters and will attract competitors from all over the world. “Two rinks would have been great. Three rinks would have been phenomenal,” said Mariano. “But with four rinks and everything else you’re putting in here, everybody in the world is going to want to come here to play.”

The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce held a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting and tour event of the Vintage Estate Homes at Grand Hampton new model home center located at 8434 Dunham Station Drive in Tampa, Florida with their new and exciting floor plans, elevations and a wonderful location. The Event was catered with a Tropical Themed Menu of Hor d'oeuvres and refreshments included Beer, Wine and their "Vintage" Signature Cocktail !!! Live Entertainment was provided by: Joshua Williams, Singer/Guitarist and Door Prize Giveaways, Gift Cards and a Grand Prize, an Apple iPad Air.