Good morning, New Port Richey. It is Saturday of a long weekend, and the forecast is doing the same thing all five days: a high near 90 and scattered storms rolling through in the afternoon. Get the outdoor part of your day in early.

Sheriff Chris Nocco announced the arrest of one of his own deputies Friday on charges involving a minor, and fired him the same day. Mosquito control is asking everyone to walk the yard this weekend and dump anything holding water, after locally acquired dengue cases across Tampa Bay climbed to 65. Pasco-Hernando State College picked up another $850,000 from the state to train nurses, and the Sheriff's Office lobbies are closed Monday for the holiday.

Princess Belle is reading to kids at LaDee-Da this morning, food trucks are out from Harley-Davidson to the Trinity farmers market, and there is live music on all three days. Enjoy the long weekend.

Pasco and Hernando Need More Health Care Workers. PHSC Just Got $850,000 to Train Them.
What's What New Port Richey
Pasco-Hernando State College landed $850,000 from the Florida Legislature to expand nursing and allied health training, its third straight year of funding and $3.1 million in total. The money adds 12 dental hygiene seats, more nursing capacity, simulation center upgrades and scholarships for 25 students in grades 6 through 12.
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Received FEMA Assistance and Still Need Help? You May Qualify for More
Pasco County Government (FB Page)
Pasco County's Better Future program may offer additional help to residents who already received FEMA assistance but still have unmet needs. The county is encouraging anyone in that position to check whether they qualify.
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Local Artists' Work Now on Display at Pasco Libraries
Pasco County Library System
Work by local artists is now on display in galleries at Pasco County Library branches, spanning paintings, photography and mixed media. It is free to walk through during regular library hours.
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Locally Acquired Dengue Cases Continue to Rise Across Tampa Bay
What's What New Port Richey
Locally acquired dengue cases across Tampa Bay have climbed to 65, including two in Pasco, and mosquito control is asking residents to dump standing water weekly and use an EPA-registered repellent. Birdbaths, buckets, tarps and pool covers are the usual culprits.
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Pasco Deputy Arrested and Fired on Charges Involving a Minor
Pasco County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Chris Nocco announced Friday that Corporal Donald Valverde, 37, has been arrested on two counts of lewd and lascivious molestation and unlawful sexual activity involving a minor, and has been fired. The Sheriff's Office said the offense happened off duty, that the victim is safe and receiving support, and that the case appears to be an isolated incident.
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Sheriff's Office Lobbies Closed Monday for Labor Day
Pasco County Sheriff's Office
All Pasco Sheriff's Office lobbies and administrative offices are closed Monday, September 7 for Labor Day. Routine business can be handled at PascoSheriff.com, non-emergencies at 727-847-8102 option 7, and emergencies still go to 911.
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Seven Springs Middle Holds Its Back to School Dance
Seven Springs Middle School
Seven Springs Middle School holds its first dance of the school year Thursday, September 10 from 3 to 4:30 PM at 2441 Little Road in New Port Richey. Tickets are $10 through the PascoOne app.
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Boys’ Soccer Parent Meeting Set for September 16
Seven Springs Middle School
Seven Springs Middle School has a virtual parent meeting for the 2026 boys' soccer program Wednesday, September 16 at 7:30 PM. Parents of players and of anyone thinking about trying out should plan to be on it.
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Fivay Criminal Justice Students Take On the Evidence Petting Zoo
Fivay High School (FB Page)
Fivay High School criminal justice students spent Friday competing in teams at the school's evidence petting zoo, recalling every item at a staged scene and building an initial case from it.
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River Ridge Names Its August Students of the Month
River Ridge High School (FB Page)
River Ridge High School named its August students of the month, each nominated by someone in the school community for their character, effort and the impact they make on campus.
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Pasco Schools Thanks the Custodial and Maintenance Crews
Pasco County Schools
Pasco County Schools spotlighted Thanh Do of Seven Springs Middle School as part of a thank you to the custodial and maintenance staff who keep campuses clean and safe.
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Back-to-School Storytime w/Belle - NPR Location
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 10 AM – 11 AM
LaDee-Da Kids Spa NPR
7127 State Road 54, New Port Richey, FL 34653
📚✨ It’s back-to-school time, let’s get those kiddos excited about reading again! ✨📚 Join us for an enchanted story time with Princess Belle herself! 💛
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Sip Away
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 9 AM – 4 PM
Harley-Davidson of New Port Richey
5817 State Road 54, New Port Richey, FL 34652
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The Hummus Truck (Middle Eastern | Vegan)
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM
Trinity farmers market
1540 Little Rd, Trinity, FL 34655
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Krafted by Kiki (Caribbean | Wings | Comfort Food)
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 11 AM – 2 PM
Maus Nissan of New Port Richey
3939 US-19, New Port Richey, FL 34652
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Sandy's Flavor Station (American | Burgers)
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 4 PM – 8 PM
#StiltHouseBrewery
625 Alt 19, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
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Sluggers Grill (Burgers | Wings)
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Sluggers Grill
1101 Nebraska Ave, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
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Ashley Lux Band at The Kangaroo
Ashley Lux Band
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 7 PM
5748 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652
Pop Rock and Dance Hits
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3 Doms Band at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
3 Doms Band
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 6 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
LIVE MUSIC !!
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Red Ruckus at Circle S BBQ, LLC
Red Ruckus
Saturday | September 5, 2026 | 7 PM
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
Brand new venue for Red Ruckus. Come join us for some great food and a Red Ruckus ROCK SHOW. See you there!!
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Kingpin at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Kingpin
Sunday | September 6, 2026 | 3 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
LIVE MUSIC !!
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Remedy at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Remedy
Monday | September 7, 2026 | 4 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
LIVE MUSIC !! LABOR DAY
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