Finance + Legal Services

Bank On It

Making the most of every dollar. Article by Amy Walters | Photography by Magical Memories Photography Making the most of every dollar is something most in the community can relate to. How your dollars work for you often come down to where you choose to do your banking. In communities across Pasco County and across the Tampa Bay area, families are paying closer attention to how their financial institutions operate and where their money truly goes. The difference between a traditional bank and a...

Beauty

A Reason to Smile

If you aren't confident in your smile, it can impact how others see you. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Magical Memories Photography Your smile is one of the first things people notice. When confidence in a smile is missing, it can quietly affect how someone shows up in the world. For many people, that lack of confidence is not about vanity. It is about feeling comfortable speaking, laughing, eating, and being seen. The good news is that there are more options than ever for people...

Education

Trading Up

A traditional college experience isn't for everyone. Marchman Technical College offers a different path. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Logan Scott For many high school students, their future is clear. Social media feeds are full of seniors excitedly sharing the traditional four-year college they’ve been accepted to and plan to attend in the fall. But that track isn’t for everyone, and schools like Marchman Technical College are offering a different path to a successful and fulfilling...

Life + Culture

Investing In Community

Speros and Pasco EDC Drive Transformational Growth with Moffitt Cancer Center's Expansion in Land O’ Lakes. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Moffitt Cancer Center/JoAnn Chang Pasco County has always had much to offer those who choose to call it home. Close-knit communities for some, wide open spaces for others, and wonderful places to swim, bike, and stroll for all. But for years, when it came time to head to work, many had to drive south to Tampa or St. Petersburg. Today, that’s less...

Home + Design

No Place Like Home

Your home is your biggest asset. Learn how to keep it ready for anything from sale to your dream home! Article by Amy Walters Jennifer Ott The First Lady of Realty Real estate isn’t just buying or selling a home; it’s about aligning lifestyle, finances, and long-term resilience. According to Jennifer Ott, known as The First Lady of Realty, a smart purchase balances emotion with a balance-sheet mindset. “Beyond price and zip code, I have buyers evaluate the bones of a home,” Ott...

Life + Culture

Celebrating Our History

Chasco Fiesta celebrates our local history and the spirit of the community we call home! Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Chasco Fiesta, Inc. Nothing brings our community together quite like the Chasco Fiesta. From parades to concerts and Native American presentations, the Chasco Fiesta captures the spirit of our community in a way no other area event can. Chasco Fiesta started 104 years ago, when the city postmaster, Gerben DeVries, was tasked with coming up with an event to attract...

Home Services

Making A Smart Choice

Picking the right contractor can make or break your renovation. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Jason Barsanti It’s not just about the colors of the paint, the tiles, or the new countertops when you remodel your home. It’s all about trust. Homeowners invite a contractor into their personal space, often during a disruptive and emotional process. If you make the wrong choice, you could end up stressed, with unfinished work, and losing money. If homeowners know how to choose wisely...

Food + Beverage

Fresh Flavors: SteamWorks Pub

SteamWorks Pub serves up homemade classics to foodies in downtown New Port Richey. Article by Amy Walters | Photography by SteamWorks Pub SteamWorks Pub in New Port Richey was born from a dream, decades of experience, and a clear vision of what a neighborhood bar should feel like. With more than 20 years in the industry, two of the owners, Seth Kapp and Tara Dalrymple Fielding, knew exactly what they wanted, “a place that blends the best parts of every great spot he’d ever loved, while still...

Education

Bringing New Focus

For students with IEPs, charter schools make a difference. Article by Amy Walters | Photography by Pepin Academies When a child struggles at school, the impact reaches far beyond the classroom. It touches family routines, emotional well-being, confidence, and long-term hopes for the future. Academic struggles don’t have a demographic profile, they affect parents and children regardless of their financial stature or circumstance. Parents often find themselves navigating meetings, advocating for...

Life + Culture

Birds Eye View

The romance of soaring through the sky in a balloon! Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Brandon Wood & Naomi Wipert If you’re up early enough near the rural areas of north Pasco and southern Hillsborough counties, you might catch a glimpse. They rise majestically over the trees to soar through the sky. Lighter than air, they quietly float, pushed along by the breeze until they softly land in a nearby field. Flying in a hot air balloon is a special, awe-inspiring experience, perfect for...