August 4, 2000
Here's a tip if dining alone isn't palatable
One, it seems, can indeed be the loneliest number.
Pasco schools earn state rebate
The district is one of the first in Florida to cash in on a program that rewards lower construction costs, and it expects to collect more money soon.
VA clinic popular before it opens
Employees at the clinic, which opens Monday, say more than 1,000 veterans already have made appointments.
American Indian group takes issue with pageant
The group has filed a complaint with the state Office of the Attorney General in Fort Lauderdale over the 78-year-old Chasco Fiesta.
Here's a guide to getting along with this state's Southernness
I had a good laugh when I read recently that Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Olson's response to the last-minute candidacy of David "Hap" Clark for his job was to say about Hap, "Bless his heart."
Learning respect begins at home, not in schools
Editor: Just about every time I pick up the paper, there's an article about teachers. They are underpaid, overpaid, don't know how to teach. I could go on and on, but I do know one thing: Don't blame it all on the teachers.
Principals honored for enhancing school safety
School resource officers and the Sheriff's Office recognize efforts by the Hudson High and Weightman Middle leaders.
Community college offering the gift of education
Friends and family of Pasco-Hernando Community College students soon can buy gift certificates that can be used to pay tuition.
Team enjoys its winning attitude
Attitudes, cockiness and grudges won't stand in the way of the West Pasco Belles all-star team as it heads to the Dixie World Series.
District 12 big leaguers begin regional tourney
Five years ago, Little League softball was as strong as ever, with teams comprising 16 districts spread out all over the state.
Man, 24, charged with having sex with girl, 14
DADE CITY -- A 24-year-old Dade City man was arrested at his home early Thursday and charged with having sex with a 14-year-old girl, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office reported.
Inverness reborn into fabulous mecca
Just about an hour away from Pasco, the Citrus County city's downtown has been transformed into a tourist oasis that beckons.
Breakfast set to help raise funds for kids' school supplies
PORT RICHEY -- A City Council member and his friends are raising money to buy school supplies and give them away to children in the Little City by the River.
