Health + Wellness

Where Community Becomes Family

Hi, my name is Michael Whitten, and I have the honor of serving as the Executive Director of the James P. Gills Family YMCA. I’ve been a part of this branch for five years, nearly two of them in my current role, and in that time, the Y has truly become like a second home to me.Beyond my work here, I’m also a husband and father to two young children, which gives me a unique perspective on the Y’s impact. I’ve experienced it both as a leader and as a parent watching my kids grow and thrive through...

Food + Beverage

Unforgettable Nights

Where memorable nights begin. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Rose Purvee Step through the doors of Havana Nights, and it’s as if the clock rewinds. The air is warm with the scent of cigars, the lighting is low and golden, and the quiet strains of jazz drift through the room. It’s a setting that could easily belong to a classic black-and-white film—a place where conversation lingers and the pace of life feels unhurried. For Rob Khalil, owner of Havana Nights Cigar Lounge, the...

Health + Wellness

The Spirits Among Us

Learn when the time is right to take a pause. Article by Andrew J. Hewitt, PMHNP-BC | Photography by Lux Content Co. Managing a healthy relationship with alcohol doesn’t have to feel like an exorcism. In fact, it starts with something quite grounded, really: self-awareness. While a glass of wine at dinner or a celebratory cocktail may feel harmless, it’s important to notice when alcohol shifts from occasional indulgence to a daily coping tool. Many of us use alcohol to unwind, connect...

Arts + Culture

Celebrating Strength

A celebration of resilience, compassion, and the power of community. Article by Amy Walters | Photography by J. David Every community has moments that bring people together in ways that matter far beyond a single night. For Pasco County, Paint the Night Blue Gala is one of those moments. It’s not just a fundraiser—it’s a celebration of resilience, compassion, and the power of a community determined to protect its most vulnerable members, at-risk children. The gala benefits Pasco Kids First, a...