Most schools smiling over writing scores Overall, the district improved its grades on the writing portion of the FCAT. But one school fell short of the target. Story

Residents may be left high and dry New Port Richey is ready to shut off water to Lindrick Service Corp. at the end of the month because of an unpaid bill. Woman with local ties slain Monica Lyn Tuttle, whose parents and sister live in New Port Richey, was shot as she left work in Sandy Springs, Ga.

Retailer to build larger store
A Wal-Mart Supercenter north of the Zephyrhills store will house a discount store and a supermarket.

Pasco libraries offer oasis from heat
Magicians, "mad science," clowns and a storyteller or two are just a few of the offerings the local libraries are offering to school-age children during the summer months. Those wanting to come in out of the summer heat for an hour or so might just want to check out the live Florida Cougar Program or Frank Lakus and his puppets while checking out a book or two at Pasco County Libraries.

Man accused of DUI, leaving accident scene
LACOOCHEE -- A Dade City man was arrested Tuesday after crashing his car head-on into another vehicle and running away from the accident, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Ex-candidate shows Pasco he is sore loser
Re: Ex-candidate happy he left county, June 14 letter

Man sues hospital over loss of his foot
He says his foot had to be amputated after three doctors treated him for a sprain when the foot actually was infected.

Three hurt in two U.S. 19 crashes
PORT RICHEY -- Two crashes on U.S. 19 sent three people to local hospitals on Wednesday afternoon.

Land O'Lakes center nicer and busier now
Royal Lanes has undergone $30,000 in improvements and has doubled the number of league bowlers, according to the general manager.

Burnette reaches elite status
The Port Richey gymnast will compete today at the U.S. Challenge in Montville, N.J.

Jorgenson enjoys singles play, second county title
Lori Jorgenson of Hudson added a second league tennis title to her resume with an unbeaten record in the spring session of the Pasco County Parks and Recreation Department women's singles league.

Man accused of DUI, leaving accident scene
LACOOCHEE -- A Dade City man was arrested Tuesday after crashing his car head-on into another vehicle and running away from the accident, the Florida Highway Patrol said.