
Inside New Port Richey, Issue #36
October 7, 2026
Good morning, New Port Richey. Eighty-two today with showers and scattered storms, and it stays that way through Friday before the weekend warms into the upper eighties.
Tropical Depression Nine formed in the southwestern Gulf yesterday and the city says staff are watching it. There are no watches or warnings here, and the week ahead is the ordinary unsettled one in the forecast above.
The library has just added 25,000 comics and graphic novels you can read free on a phone, both of Wendell Krinn's cybersecurity teachers have won $2,000 grants, and the Agape pantry at First Baptist Hudson opens this morning.
New Port Richey, FL Area Weather

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Local News and Information
Local Government & Community News
A Tropical Depression Has Formed in the Gulf
City of New Port Richey
Tropical Depression Nine formed in the southwestern Gulf on Tuesday, and the City of New Port Richey says staff will keep monitoring it and post updates as needed. No watches or warnings are in effect for New Port Richey.
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After-School Program Restarts at Booker T. Washington
What's What New Port Richey
The African American Club of Pasco restarts its annual after-school enrichment program on Wednesday, October 7, at the historic Booker T. Washington School in Port Richey.
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25,000 Comics, Free With a Library Card
Pasco County Library System
The Pasco County Library System has added Comics Plus, giving cardholders free access to more than 25,000 comics, graphic novels, manga and picture books on a computer, tablet or phone.
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Florida's Cryptids Come to the Library October 15
New Port Richey Public Library
The New Port Richey Public Library hosts a talk on Florida's cryptids on Thursday, October 15 at 5:30 p.m., led by a cryptozoologist who has appeared on the History Channel's History's Greatest Mysteries.
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Tree Giveaway Lottery Results Are in Your Inbox
Pasco County Parks & Rec
Pasco County Parks and Rec has emailed the results of its tree giveaway lottery. Anyone who entered should have a message naming the tree and the park they were selected for.
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Dine at Bonefish October 13 for Pasco's Retired K9s
Pasco County Sheriff's Office (FB Page)
The Pasco Sheriff's Office and the Bonefish Grill in Trinity hold a give-back night on Tuesday, October 13 for Pasco Sheriff's Charities and its retired K9 unit. Dine in and mention the fundraiser.
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Public Safety News
Charge the E-Bike Outside, and Clear of Exits
Pasco County Fire Rescue
Pasco County Fire Rescue's Fire Prevention Week message for the day: charge e-bikes, scooters and power tools outside where you can, and never block an exit while something is charging.
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It's Pedestrian Safety Month in Pasco
Pasco County Government (FB Page)
October is Pedestrian Safety Month, and Pasco County's Metropolitan Planning Organization is asking people walking and biking to take extra care crossing county roads.
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Local School News
Both Wendell Krinn Cyber Teachers Win $2,000 Grants
Wendell Krinn Technical HS (FB Page)
Both of Wendell Krinn Technical High School's cybersecurity teachers have been awarded a $2,000 grant by the Greater Tampa Bay chapter of AFCEA, in partnership with Cyber Florida.
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Trick-or-Treating Around the River Ridge Track
River Ridge High School (FB Page)
River Ridge High School hosts trick-or-treating around its track on Thursday, October 15, free to enter from 5 to 6 p.m., with a JV football game at 7.
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River Ridge Students Flood Their Teachers With Shout-Outs
River Ridge High School (FB Page)
River Ridge High School says students sent in an overwhelming number of Shout Out messages recognizing their teachers, with the Hernandez Family McDonald's sponsoring a reward for staff.
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Gulf High Wants Your Candy
Gulf High School (FB Page)
Gulf High School is collecting candy for its Trunk or Treat, with a cohort competition running to an October 28 deadline.
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Homecoming Week at Pasco-Hernando State College
Pasco-Hernando State College
Pasco-Hernando State College marks homecoming the week of October 11 with events on every campus, including an alumni panel.
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Silver Miners Have Outrun Silver Since 2020
Since March 2020, silver has returned about 402%. The silver miners returned 445%.
That gap is the leverage our research team focuses on. When silver rises, a producer's net asset value can rise much faster, and share prices tend to follow. It works in both directions, and a mine is only as good as the company running it.
The Ultimate Silver Playbook shows how the team separates the miners worth owning from the rest, and which silver stocks are on its watchlist now. It's free.
Local Event & Happenings
Agape 5-2 Food Pantry at First Baptist Church of Hudson
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM
First Baptist Church of Hudson
13343 Fivay Road, Hudson, FL 34667
The pantry runs every Wednesday from 9 AM to 1 PM, first come first served, and the line starts forming early. Bring identification for each person you are collecting for.
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North Pinellas-Pasco Pitch Social at Ozona Blue
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 5 PM – 8 PM
Ozona Blue
125 Orange St., Palm Harbor, FL 34683
A relaxed evening version of the weekly networking group, at Ozona Blue Grill from 5 to 8 PM.
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Books, Bites, & Booze at Wine Society
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Wine Society
110 E Tarpon Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
The Gilded Page bookstore and Wine Society host a spooky-themed pop-up book fair with local authors, 6 to 8 PM. Drop in any time.
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Club Meeting - Speaker Debbie Humphrey of Community Service Council of West Pasco
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 6 PM – 7 PM
Catches Waterfront Grille
7811 Bayview St., Port Richey, FL 34668
A Rotary club meeting at Catches Waterfront Grille with Debbie Humphrey of the Community Service Council of West Pasco, marking Rotary Community Economic Development Month.
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Starkey Market Run Club | Herd Hustlers
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Starkey Market
3460 Starkey Blvd., Trinity, FL 34655
A Wednesday evening run club open to every pace, meeting in front of the Barn at 6:30 PM.
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Wednesday West Coast Swing Group Dance Class
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Palm Harbor DanceSport
2710 US-19 ALT Suite 201, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
West Coast Swing danced to R&B, with beginners at 6:30 and intermediates at 7:15.
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Sacred Sound Journey with Sean Paul at Unity of Palm Harbor
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 7 PM – 8 PM
Unity of Palm Harbor
1960 Tampa Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
An hour of crystal singing bowls and meditation with a holistic sound practitioner based in the Tarpon Springs area.
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WPBA's Thursday Lunch Port Richey at Art's Tap House North
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 12 PM – 1 PM
Art's Tap House North
6935 Ridge Rd. (CR-524), Port Richey, FL 34668
Art's Tap House North, inside LaneGlo Bowl North. Every Thursday, 12 to 1 PM.
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Walk For Her: A Fall Fashion Fundraiser
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
One Amazing Find
106 E Tarpon Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
A fall fashion show benefiting The Haven at Hope Villages of America, 5 to 9 PM.
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WPBA's Women Leading Well - Weekly Networking Focus Group & Monthly Mixer for Women
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
X-Golf Trinity Sports Bar
9050 Tryfon Blvd., Trinity, FL 34655
WPBA's weekly focus group and monthly mixer for women, on wellness, life and leadership. 5:30 to 6:30 PM.
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THURSDAY Walk at Craig Park
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 6 PM – 7 PM
Craig Park
5 Beekman Lane, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
An hour walking Spring Bayou and Whitcomb Bayou, meeting at the tennis courts and boat ramp. The group photo is first and they leave promptly at 6, so RSVP if you are coming.
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Trunk or Treat
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 7 PM
New Horizons Preschool and Learning Center
7440 Ridge Road, Port Richey, FL 34668
Candy, music, games, food and a best-trunk contest at New Horizons Preschool in Port Richey. Ezee Dogs is parked there the same evening. Sign up in the office if you want to decorate a trunk.
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Local Food Trucks
Ezee Dogs Hotdogs and Catering (Hot Dogs)
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
West Pasco Government Center
8731 Citizens Dr., New Port Richey, FL 34654
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Yummy Thai Food Florida (Thai Food)
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Craft Life Brewing Company
6810 Tower Dr., Hudson, FL 34667
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Local Business Spotlight
Local Restaurant Specials
Wednesday Nights - Enjoy .99 each Wing Wednesdays at Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille ALL DAY
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 11 AM – 11 PM
Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille
19502 Heritage Harbor Pkwy
Wings at 99 cents each, 11 AM to 11 PM.
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Local Live Entertainment
Pedro Mariani at Whiskey River on the Water
Pedro Mariani
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Whiskey River on the Water
5245 Limestone Dr., Port Richey, FL 34690
On the outside patio overlooking the Cotee River.
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Bingo at Local Brewing Company
Bingo
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 7 PM – 10 PM
Local Brewing Company
35631 US 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Wednesday night bingo, with the proceeds from every card going to Friends of Palm Harbor Parks and Rec for a new playground.
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Karaoke Wednesdays at Anclote Brew
Wednesday | October 7, 2026 | 8 PM – 11 PM
Anclote Brew
735 Dodecanese Blvd. #50, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Karaoke every Wednesday at Anclote Brew, 8 to 11 PM.
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Thursday Karaoke and Darts Night!
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
VFW Post 7845
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
Karaoke with KJ Steve Ur from 5:30 to 8:30, and darts the same night. Get there early to sign up.
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Absolute Hits Live, Featuring Bo Bice, LIVE at Richey Suncoast Theatre
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 7 PM
Richey Suncoast Theatre
6237 Grand Blvd, New Port Richey, FL 34652
One night only at the Richey Suncoast Theatre, with an American Idol finalist fronting a hits set from Journey, Def Leppard, Bon Jovi and Queen. Tickets are $30 plus tax and fees, or $150 for a VIP box. Doors open 45 minutes before showtime.
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Karaoke at The Social NPR
Karaoke
Thursday | October 8, 2026 | 8 PM – 12 AM
The Social NPR
5650 Main St., New Port Richey, FL 34652
Karaoke every Thursday from 8 PM to midnight, powered by RockAfterDark.
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2026 8TH ANNUAL COTEE RIVER FLATS CLASSIC
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10 PM – Friday, October 9, 2026, 5 PM
Whiskey Joe's Bar & Grill Port Richey
7835 Bayview St, Port Richey, FL 34668
The Rotary Club of Seven Springs runs its eighth annual flats fishing tournament out of Whiskey Joe's, with the Captain's Party on Thursday, October 8 and the tournament itself on Friday, October 9. Proceeds go to local community programs.
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Dinner with John T. at Oasis Coffee
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Oasis Coffee
9213 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Every Friday from 5:30 to 6:30, John plays songs you know alongside the occasional classic you may not.
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Agent Bonds at The Nauti Oar
Agent Bonds
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
The Nauti Oar
7729 Grand Blvd., Port Richey, FL 34668
Dinner and dancing at The Nauti Oar.
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Mrs Red Band at Circle S BBQ
Mrs. Red
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 6 PM
Circle S BBQ, LLC
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
Mrs Red on the Barnyard Stage all night. No cover.
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Friday Night Live Music at The Oasis Coffee Spot
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Oasis Coffee
9213 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Live music at Oasis Coffee from 6:30, straight after Dinner with John T. The act changes week to week.
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Mark Anthony Band at Art's Tap House North
Mark Anthony Band
Friday | October 9, 2026 | 7 PM – 10 PM
Art's Tap House North
6935 Ridge Rd. (CR-524), Port Richey, FL 34668
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