Good morning, New Port Richey. It is 91 and mostly sunny today, with storms creeping back in from Friday, so today and tomorrow are the ones to use.

The county is watching dengue cases that were picked up right here rather than brought home from a trip, and Mosquito Control is asking for a little prevention. Elsewhere, commissioners approved buying about 80 acres of coastal marsh on the southwest side of the county, the library has free citizenship test help out for Welcoming Week, and River Ridge shut out Fivay 29 to nothing on Friday night.

Looking ahead, registration for the county's 1,500 free trees opens Monday and Starkey Wilderness Park is one of the pickup sites. Tonight there is Thai food at Summer Tree and bingo at the VFW. Have a good Wednesday.

1,500 Free Trees, and Starkey Is One of the Pickup Sites
What's What New Port Richey
Pasco County gives away 1,500 free trees on Saturday, October 10, and Starkey Wilderness Park in New Port Richey is one of the three pickup sites. It is a lottery this year: register September 21 through October 1, and winners hear back by October 2.
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The County Just Bought 80 Acres of Coastal Marsh
Pasco County Government (FB Page)
Pasco commissioners approved buying about 80.5 acres in the Coastal Marshes Ecological Planning Unit through the county's environmental lands program. The land sits on the southwest side of the county.
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The Planning Commission Meets Thursday
What's What New Port Richey (FB Page)
The Pasco County Planning Commission meets Thursday, September 17, and the Board of County Commissioners meets Tuesday, September 22. Agendas and instructions for attending in person or virtually are posted.
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The Library Has Free Citizenship Test Prep
New Port Richey Public Library
The New Port Richey Public Library has free civics handouts out for Welcoming Week, with tools for immigrants and for anyone preparing to take the United States citizenship test.
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Tell the Library What You Want and Win a Gift Card
Pasco County Library System
Pasco County Libraries are running their 2026 Customer Satisfaction Survey, asking what you use and what you would like to see. Finishing it enters you in a drawing for a $100 gift card.
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Pasco County Is Hiring 911 Telecommunicators
Pasco County Government (FB Page)
Pasco County is hiring Emergency Services Telecommunicators, the people who answer when you call 911 and stay on the line through the worst of it.
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Dengue Cases Are Being Monitored Across Pasco
Greater Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Pasco County Mosquito Control District is pushing prevention as locally acquired dengue cases are being monitored around the county. The Greater Pasco Chamber passed the guidance along to its members.
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A Scam Is Targeting Homeowners and Buyers
Pasco County Sheriff's Office (FB Page)
The Pasco Sheriff's Office used this week's Tip Tuesday to warn about a scam aimed at homeowners, buyers and real estate agents, in which scammers assume the identity of a property owner.
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River Ridge Shut Out Fivay 29 to 0
River Ridge High School (FB Page)
River Ridge shut out Fivay 29 to nothing under the lights Friday night, a strong varsity showing for the Royal Knights.
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Chasco K-8's Girls JV Volleyball Is Still Undefeated
Chasco K-8
Chasco K-8's girls JV volleyball team is still undefeated after another win, this one over Angeline Academy. A good night on the court for the Spartans.
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Fivay Homecoming Tickets Are On Sale Until the 29th
Fivay High School (FB Page)
Fivay High's homecoming is October 3 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are on GoFan or cash in the cafeteria by the stage, and sales close September 29 at 11:59 p.m.
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Seven Springs Middle Posts Its Girls' Basketball Dates
Seven Springs Middle School
Seven Springs Middle has posted its girls' basketball calendar. Open gyms are Monday, September 28 and Wednesday, October 7 from 3 to 4:30 p.m., with tryouts on October 14, 15 and 16.
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Agape 5-2 Food Pantry at First Baptist Church of Hudson
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM
13343 Fivay Road, Hudson, FL 34667
Open every Wednesday, first come first served. The line starts forming early.
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Professional Women in Business Networking Lunch
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 11:15 AM – 1 PM
9330 FL-54, Trinity, FL 34655
A back to school drive and lunch with guest speaker Dr. Toni Zetzsche. Registration required through the Greater Pasco Chamber.
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Free Class: Selling Food Via E-Commerce at SMARTstart Pasco
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 6 PM – 7 PM
16506 Pointe Village Dr., Suite 107, Lutz, FL 33558
Discover the ins and outs of how to list your retail food products on your website to sell to people everywhere.
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Main Street Promotion Committee Meeting
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 6 PM – 7 PM
5621 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652
The committee behind the events that bring people downtown. Open to anyone who wants a hand in them.
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Baronial Populace and Business Meeting
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8 PM
Tarpon Springs Public Library, 138 E Lemon St, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
In person and on Discord.
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West Coast Swing Group Dance Class
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
2710 US-19 ALT Suite 201, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Beginners start at 6:30 with sugar push, side passes and basic whips.
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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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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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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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Ezee Dogs Hotdogs and Catering (Hot Dogs)
Wednesday | September 16, 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 | September 16, 2026 | 4 PM – 8 PM
Summer Tree
11816 Paradise Pointe Way, New Port Richey, FL 34654
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Wing Wednesday, 99 Cents Each, All Day
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 11 AM – 11 PM
Double Bogey's Tavern & Grille
19502 Heritage Harbor Pkwy, Lutz, FL 33558
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Not Your Momma's Bingo
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 2 PM – 4 PM
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
A midweek pick-me-up, fast paced and a little irreverent.
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Bingo at VFW Post 7845
Wednesday | September 16, 2026 | 7 PM – 10 PM
6315 Stone Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
Prizes every Wednesday night.
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Karaoke at Anclote Brew
Wednesday | September 16, 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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September Day Party at American Legion Post 173
Agent Bonds
Thursday | September 17, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
American Legion Post 173, 4550 Bartelt Rd., Holiday, FL 34690
Great food and service.
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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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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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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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