Good morning, New Port Richey. It's National Women's Health and Fitness Day, which lands well three days ahead of the Shine a Light on a Cure fundraiser out on Massachusetts Avenue. Expect 89 today with scattered afternoon storms, and more of the same right through Sunday.

The Sheriff's Office spent Tip Tuesday on a property scam, where someone poses as the owner and sells a house or a vacant lot out from under them. Better news at James E. Grey Preserve, where the city has finished repairing the fishing pier for just under $47,000. The county also has a workshop at 10 this morning for small businesses and nonprofits still digging out from Idalia, Helene and Milton.

The Agape pantry is open in Hudson this morning, Smash and Grab is parked at Water's Edge from 5, and Thursday brings J.R. Lewis and his honky tonk back to Whiskey River. Tonight the Twisted Spine book club meets at Inchstone Books, and this month's pick is a horror novel. Go read something unsettling.

Hurricane recovery money for small businesses, explained this morning
Pasco County Government (FB Page)
Pasco County holds a virtual workshop this morning at 10 on its Better Future program, which uses a federal HUD grant to help small businesses and nonprofits hit by Hurricanes Idalia, Helene or Milton. The money can go toward repairs, equipment, inventory and operating costs.
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The fishing pier at James E. Grey Preserve is repaired
Bay News 9 (Pasco)
New Port Richey has finished repairing the fishing pier at James E. Grey Preserve, where the timber pilings had rotted at the waterline. Crews sleeved the pilings in PVC and pumped concrete inside, a method called snap jacket. The work cost just under $47,000 and was paid for by the city, and a slow hurricane season left the water low enough to get it done.
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The Big Blue BBQ is back on Friday night
Pasco News (FB Page)
The Big Blue BBQ returns Friday, October 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Concourse Rotary Pavilion, 11919 Alric Pottberg Road in Shady Hills, with food, live music, games and both silent and live auctions. It raises money for local law enforcement officers and their families. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.
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A pink-ribbon block party on Massachusetts Avenue Saturday
Pasco News (FB Page)
RJ Kielty Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electric hosts Shine a Light on a Cure on Saturday, October 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7979 Massachusetts Ave. in New Port Richey. There is live music, local vendors, a hay maze, a car show, a dunk tank and a golf simulator, all of it raising money for breast cancer awareness.
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Fifty years for Sunshine Christian Homes in Elfers
FOX13 - Pasco County
Sunshine Christian Homes, the nonprofit assisted living community in Elfers, marked its 50th anniversary with live music, food, games and dancing. It opened in 1976 and now offers both independent villas and assisted living. The celebration included a history wall of construction photos from the early years.
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October's things-to-do calendar is out
What's What New Port Richey
What's What New Port Richey has published its Stepping Out calendar for October, starting today and running through the month. Live concerts, comedy nights and a Rocky Horror screening are among the listings.
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Pack the Park is looking for sponsors and volunteers
What's What New Port Richey
The annual Pack the Park for Pack a Sack food drive is set for October 24 at Sims Park in downtown New Port Richey. Organizers are looking for sponsors, vendors and volunteers now.
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Deed scammers are posing as property owners in Pasco
Pasco County Sheriff's Office (FB Page)
In this week's Tip Tuesday, the Pasco Sheriff's Office warned that scammers are assuming the identity of property owners and selling vacant land and homes out from under them, sometimes privately and sometimes through legitimate real estate channels. Homeowners, buyers and agents are all targets.
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Chief Joey Coleman retires after 25 years, and Elvis goes with him
Pasco County Fire Rescue
Pasco County Fire Rescue presented a Distinguished Service Award to Chief Joseph "Joey" Coleman, who is retiring after more than 25 years. He came up from firefighter to Personnel Division Chief and pushed the agency's work on staff wellness. Retiring alongside him is Elvis, PCFR's first therapy dog, who worked the hard calls at his side.
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Port Richey police are looking for a lost dog's owner
Port Richey Police Department
A resident brought Port Richey police a dog found by the river near Grand and Alto on Tuesday morning. The department is trying to reach the owner and asks anyone who recognizes the dog to call 727-816-1919.
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FAFSA is open, and Bright Futures opens tomorrow
Wendell Krinn Technical HS (FB Page)
Wendell Krinn Technical High School says the FAFSA for the 2027-2028 school year is now open, and the Florida Bright Futures application opens October 1. The school is encouraging seniors to file either way, since plans after high school change more often than deadlines do.
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Gulf High's book fair runs through Friday
Gulf High School (FB Page)
The Scholastic Book Fair at Gulf High School is open through Friday, and the school is reminding families that this is the last week to stop in.
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One of the last games in the old Gulf Middle gym
Pasco County Schools
Pasco County Schools shared photos from a Seven Springs and Gulf middle school volleyball match played Monday night in the Gulf gymnasium. With Gulf Middle moving into a newly rebuilt campus, the old gym is close to the end of its run.
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Hudson High students read to kindergartners for Dolly Parton's literacy day
Pasco County Schools
Students from Hudson High School went over to Hudson Primary Academy to read aloud with kindergarten and first grade classes, marking 9-25 Day and Dolly Parton's long campaign for childhood literacy.
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Agape 5-2 Food Pantry
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM
13343 Fivay Road, Hudson, FL 34667
Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 9-1. It is first come first serve, the line starts forming at 3 am. You can come every week. Identification is needed for each person you are claiming.
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Book Club: The Twisted Spine at Inchstone Books
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 6 PM
6440 Massachusetts Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Join us in person for The Twisted Spine, a fun, casual book club that's all about the eerie, unsettling, and unforgettable. This month's read: Molka by Monika Kim. Snacks and good vibes guaranteed.
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Starkey Market Run Club | Herd Hustlers
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8 PM
3460 Starkey Blvd., Trinity, FL 34655
Our run club is open to all runners, no matter your pace or experience, come one, come all!
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Wednesday West Coast Swing Group Dance Class
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
2710 US-19 ALT Suite 201, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Dancing to great R&B music, starting with a warm-up drill and moving into partnering. Beginners at 6:30, working on the sugar push, left and right side passes and basic whips.
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Candlelight Restorative with Yoga Nidra
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Trinity Yoga Wellness Center
8514 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Candlelight Restorative Yoga with Nidra is a sanctuary for your body, mind, and spirit.
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Greater Pasco Medical Roundtable
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 8 AM – 9 AM
Life Care Center of New Port Richey
7400 Trouble Creek Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Registration is required at www.greaterpasco.com. Let's talk healthcare.
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Hudson Business Exchange at Vitality Living Baypoint Village
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Vitality Living Baypoint Village
7927 State Rd 52, Hudson, FL 34667
The Greater Pasco Hudson Business Exchange. Registration is required at www.greaterpasco.com.
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WPBA's Thursday Lunch Port Richey - Weekly Networking Focus Group
Thursday | October 1, 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. We're excited to welcome you!
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WPBA's Women Leading Well - Weekly Networking Focus Group & Monthly Mixer for Women
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
X-Golf Trinity Sports Bar
9050 Tryfon Blvd., Trinity, FL 34655
Welcome to WPBA's Women Leading Well, a place for women to connect in wellness, life and leadership. Because the way you lead your business should reflect the way you lead your health.
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Kids Club at Thumbprint Art Cafe
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 6 PM – 8 PM
907 E Klosterman Rd., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Give your kids a night of creativity and give yourself a well-deserved break. Every week brings a fresh, hands-on art project that keeps them engaged, happy, and excited to come back.
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runFit runClub at WOB Bar & Kitchen - Odessa, FL
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 7 PM – 9 PM
13430 Pine Gap Spur, Odessa, FL 33556
Lace up and join us for RunFit Run Club at WOB Bar & Kitchen. We're hitting the pavement for a fun, all-levels group run followed by a well-earned reward.
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Steakums!
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9 PM
517 Crystal Beach Ave, Crystal Beach, FL 34681
Steakums is not what you think it is. It is a game that marries bingo, cards and steak. Cards are $9 each.
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Gigglewaters Food Trucks (American | Burgers | Hot Dogs)
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 12 PM – 2 PM
Elite Spine
2040 Short Ave #1a, Odessa, FL 33556
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Smash and Grab (Burgers | Fries)
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 5 PM – 8 PM
Water's Edge
9019 Creedmoor Ln, New Port Richey, FL 34654
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Wing Wednesdays at Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 11 AM – 11 PM
Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille
19502 Heritage Harbor Pkwy
Wings are 99 cents each, all day Wednesday.
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Pedro Mariani at Whiskey River on the Water
Pedro Mariani
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Whiskey River On The Water
5245 Limestone Dr., Port Richey, FL 34690
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Karaoke at Anclote Brew
Karaoke
Wednesday | September 30, 2026 | 8 PM – 11 PM
735 Dodecanese Blvd. #50, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Fight the mid-week blues by singing them away every Wednesday at Anclote Brew.
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Karaoke at VFW Post 7845
Karaoke
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
VFW 7845 Post & Auxiliary
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
Karaoke with KJ Steve Ur, 5:30 to 8:30 at VFW Post 7845. Non-smoking, with a screened patio for smokers. Food available during Karaoke.
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J.R. Lewis Honky Tonk at Whiskey River on the Water
J.R. Lewis
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 6 PM – 9 PM
Whiskey River On The Water
5245 Limestone Dr., Port Richey, FL 34690
Honky Tonk Thursdays are here. J.R. Lewis brings country music to the waterfront at Whiskey River every Thursday from 6 to 9 PM.
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Karaoke at The Social NPR
Karaoke
Thursday | October 1, 2026 | 8 PM – 12 AM
The Social NPR
5650 Main St., New Port Richey, FL 34652
The Social NPR goes live with karaoke every Thursday from 8 PM to midnight, powered by RockAfterDark.
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Dinner with John T. at Oasis Coffee
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
9213 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Every Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, John plays songs you know and love, plus the occasional classic you may not have heard yet.
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Magic the Band at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar
Magic the Band
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 6 PM
6325 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667
Live music at Sam's Hudson Beach Bar.
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Rocky Boven & The Moonshine Boy at Circle S BBQ, LLC
Rocky Boven & The Moonshine Boy
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 6 PM
14630 US 19, Hudson, FL 34667
Rocky Boven and The Moonshine Boy play Jeep & Truck Night at Circle S BBQ. No entry fee.
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Friday Night Live Music at The Oasis Coffee Spot
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
9213 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
After Dinner with John T., catch Friday night music at Oasis Coffee Spot from 6:30. Check in each week to see who is playing.
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FuseBox at Overtime Sports Bar
FuseBox
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 8 PM
Overtime Sports Bar
7736 State Road 52, Hudson, FL 34667
FuseBox plays OT 52 in Hudson. Doors at 8, show starts at 9 PM.
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Karaoke at Anclote Brew
Karaoke
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 8 PM – 11:59 PM
735 Dodecanese Blvd. #50, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Start your weekend with Karaoke at Anclote Brew.
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Streetwise Tampa Bay @Art's Tap House South
Streetwise Tampa Bay
Friday | October 2, 2026 | 8 PM
Art's Tap House
8631 Old County Rd 54, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Streetwise Tampa Bay plays Art's Tap House South.
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