Good morning, New Port Richey. Thursday is 90 and mostly sunny, which is about as clean as the week gets before the storms move back in from Friday.

Pasco County Fire Rescue is running free car seat checks a week from Saturday, and the Sheriff's Office wants families to know about a tracker program for relatives who wander off. Elsewhere, Wendell Krinn's volleyball team won the first game in the school's history, and Fivay is putting on make-up exams in October and November for students still short a math or reading score.

Looking ahead, River Ridge holds Trick or Treat Around the Track on October 15. Tonight there is trivia and line dancing at Double Bogey's and karaoke at The Social, and Friday brings bike night at Circle S BBQ. Have a good Thursday.

The City's Citizens Academy Is in Week Two
City of New Port Richey
The City of New Port Richey's Fall Citizens Academy is into its second week. Wednesday's session covered law enforcement.
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There's a Tracker Program for Wandering Loved Ones
Pasco County Sheriff's Office (FB Page)
The Pasco Sheriff's Office works with SafetyNet Tracking Systems to help find people with autism, Alzheimer's, dementia and similar conditions who wander and become lost.
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A New Port Richey Firefighter Made a Small Rescue
New Port Richey Fire Department
New Port Richey Fire Department credited Firefighter and EMT Mounts on B-shift with getting a small local resident out of a spot it could not get out of on its own.
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Free Car Seat Checks on the 26th
Pasco County Fire Rescue
Pasco County Fire Rescue runs free car seat checks at Station 13 on Saturday, September 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with certified child passenger safety technicians on hand.
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KTech Volleyball Just Won Its First Game Ever
Wendell Krinn Technical HS (FB Page)
Wendell Krinn Technical High School's varsity volleyball team has its first win in school history. The program is new this year.
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Seven Springs Middle Won at Home
Seven Springs Middle School (FB Page)
Seven Springs Middle's Jaguars won their home football game, with the cheerleaders and band out for it.
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Fivay Is Offering Make-Up Exams for Graduation
Fivay High School (Falcons)
Fivay High is offering alternative exams in October and November for students who still need a math or reading score to graduate. There are fees, and Principal Erik Hermansen is helping cover part of the cost.
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Trick or Treat Around the Track at River Ridge
River Ridge High School (FB Page)
River Ridge holds Trick or Treat Around the Track on Thursday, October 15 from 5 to 6 p.m., before the JV football game. It is free, and children are invited to come dressed up.
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The Lightning Are Helping Pasco Honor Its Coaches
Pasco County Schools
Pasco County Schools and the Tampa Bay Lightning have launched Beyond the Game, recognizing coaches who leave a lasting mark on students on and off the field.
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Dance Practice Drills Workout Class
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 11 AM – 12 PM
2710 US-19 ALT Suite 201, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Latin drills, 55 minutes, no experience required. Wear shoes that slide.
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Trinity Business Exchange
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
3535 Trophy Blvd., New Port Richey, FL 34655
The Greater Pasco Chamber's signature networking event.
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WPBA's Thursday Lunch Port Richey
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 12 PM – 1 PM
6935 Ridge Rd. (CR-524), Port Richey, FL 34668
A weekly networking focus group, inside LaneGlo Bowl North.
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Left Center Right at Chester McKay VFW Post 7987
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 1 PM – 2 PM
7445 Chester McKay Dr, New Port Richey, FL 34655
The dice game, every Thursday.
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Thursday Bowling at VFW Post 7845
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 2 PM – 5 PM
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
Friendly electronic bowling with fellow post members.
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Ozona Third Thursday
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
400 Tampa Rd., Palm Harbor, FL 34683
A free community night in Downtown Ozona.
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WPBA's Women Leading Well at X-Golf Trinity
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
9050 Tryfon Blvd., Trinity, FL 34655
A weekly group for women connecting on wellness, life and leadership.
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Darts at VFW Post 7845
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
Dart games every week at the post.
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Kids Club at Thumbprint Art Cafe
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM
907 E Klosterman Rd., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
A fresh hands-on art project every week, and a couple of hours off for whoever brought them.
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Tarpon Springs River Rats Club Meeting
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM
400 S Walton Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
This month the club hears from the YouTuber FloridaAquaman.
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Main Street Design Committee Meeting
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
6214 Grand Blvd, New Port Richey, FL 34652
The committee working on the look, walkability and historic character of downtown.
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Tarpon Springs Run Club at Anclote Brew
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
735 Dodecanese Blvd. #50, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
A 30 to 45 minute run or walk every third Thursday, followed by music bingo.
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Argentine Tango Classes and Practica
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6:45 PM – 9:15 PM
2710 US-19 ALT Suite 201, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Beginners at 6:45, fundamentals at 7:30, practica from 8:15. Mixed level, snacks and coffee.
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runFit runClub at WOB Bar and Kitchen
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
13430 Pine Gap Spur, Odessa, FL 33556
An all levels group run, with a well earned reward after.
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Hearing Aid Battery Giveaway at Sertoma
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation, 5211 US 19 Suite #200, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Free hearing aid batteries at the Sertoma office, 10 a.m. to noon.
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WPBA's Friday Lunch New Port Richey
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 12 PM – 1 PM
4106 Little Road, New Port Richey, FL 34655
A weekly networking focus group at Molly Malone's Irish Pub.
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Pasco Riderz Bike Night at Circle S BBQ
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 6 PM
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
Third Friday of every month. All bikes welcome, no entry fee, and no bike is fine too.
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Roots and Ritual: Sculpting on Canvas at The Funk
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 6 PM
3601 Universal Plaza, New Port Richey, FL 34652
A hands-on mixed media class on turning a flat canvas into textured art.
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Ezee Dogs Hotdogs and Catering (Hot Dogs)
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
West Pasco Government Center
8731 Citizens Dr., New Port Richey, FL 34654
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Krafted by Kiki (Caribbean | Wings | Comfort Food)
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 5 PM – 8 PM
New Port Corners Clubhouse
6326 Porch Light Dr., New Port Richey, FL 34655
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September Day Party at American Legion Post 173
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
4550 Bartelt Rd., Holiday, FL 34690
Agent Bonds plays, with food and service at the post.
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Thursday Night Karaoke
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
Karaoke at VFW Post 7845, non smoking indoors with a screened patio.
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Trivia at Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
19502 Heritage Harbor Pkwy, Lutz, FL 33558
Free to play, Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Line Dancing with Simone
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
19502 Heritage Harbor Pkwy, Lutz, FL 33558
Every first and third Thursday. Free entry, 18 and up.
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The Women Next Door at Circle S BBQ
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
A female revue. Adults only.
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Music Bingo at Anclote Brew
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 7:15 PM – 9 PM
735 Dodecanese Blvd. #50, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Follows the Tarpon Springs Run Club run and walk.
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Karaoke Thursdays at The Social NPR
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 8 PM – 12 AM
5650 Main St., New Port Richey, FL 34652
Karaoke every Thursday, powered by RockAfterDark.
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Agent Bonds at Rum River Bar & Grill
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
7811 Bayview Street, Port Richey, FL 34668
Live music, good food and a friendly room.
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Ginger Rose at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 6 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
Live music on the beach.
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AudioStar at X-Golf Trinity
Friday | September 18, 2026 | 7 PM
9050 Tryfon Blvd., Trinity, FL 34655
Ben and Nick play sing along favorites with improv comedy mixed in.
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8th Annual Comedy Night at Aripeka Elks Lodge
Saturday | September 19, 2026 | 6 PM
Elks Lodge 2520, 9135 Denton Ave, Hudson, FL 34667
A fundraiser for Kiwanis of Pasco-Hernando.
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Mustang Mafia at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Saturday | September 19, 2026 | 6 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
Live music on the beach.
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