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WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — tomorrow is Market Elaine night. If you've been looking for a reason to get out of the house this Friday, you just found it. The Market Elaine returns for its May edition tomorrow, Friday, May 1, at The Grove at Wesley Chapel. Running every first Friday of the month from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM, this free outdoor market has become one of Wesley Chapel's most beloved monthly traditions — and it's easy to see why. What to Expect • 150+ local vendors featur

Pasco County officials are reminding residents that a countywide Emergency Burn Ban remains fully active, with no end date currently announced. The ban was put in place due to prolonged dry conditions that have left the region at elevated risk for brush fires. Why the Burn Ban Is Still Active An extended period without significant rainfall has left vegetation across Pasco County extremely dry, creating conditions that make outdoor fires especially dangerous. County officials

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — The long-anticipated Publix at Wiregrass Commons has officially cleared its final hurdle. Building permits were issued on December 24, 2025, paving the way for construction to begin on what will be one of the most feature-packed Publix locations in the area. Where and What The new store — officially Publix #1504 — will anchor Wiregrass Commons, a new shopping center at the busy intersection of SR-54 and Wiregrass Ranch Blvd., directly across from the Walma

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — The Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital opened its doors on April 21, marking a major milestone for one of Florida's fastest-growing communities. For residents who've watched the massive building rise off SR-56 over the past two years, the wait is finally over. What the Hospital Offers The $300 million facility sits on 47 acres at the corner of State Road 56 and Wiregrass Ranch Blvd. Here's what it opens with: • 102 beds (expanda

Photos are courtesy of YMCA Tampa. https://tampaymca.org/mary-w-sierra-family-ymca WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — After years of waiting, construction is well underway on the Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA, and the finish line is in sight. The facility is on track to open this summer, giving Wesley Chapel residents something they've been asking for since long before the subdivisions started multiplying. What's Being Built The $35 million, 50,000-square-foot complex is located at 4379 Wellbe

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Development is accelerating at Avalon Park Wesley Chapel, with new updates showing major progress on Phase 2 of the community’s downtown expansion. The project is moving beyond early construction stages and beginning to take shape as a more connected, livable neighborhood. What’s happening now: Continued development of Avalon Park Boulevard, improving connectivity Opening of The Hamlet at Avalon Park, offering new 1–3 bedroom rental homes Expansion of infr

TAMPA BAY, FL — White Castle may soon be bringing its iconic sliders to the Tampa Bay area. According to the Tampa Bay Business Journal, the fast-food chain is actively scouting locations across the region, following strong demand and the success of its Orlando location. While no specific site has been announced yet, officials confirmed: Multiple locations are under consideration The company is targeting high-traffic areas with strong drive-thru capacity A potential opening c

LUTZ, FL — PNC Bank has officially opened its new Sunlake location, marking another addition to the growing North Tampa business corridor.

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — A new beauty spot has officially opened its doors at The Shops at Wiregrass, and it’s already getting attention. Drybar Wesley Chapel is now open, offering its signature blowout-only concept — no cuts, no color, just styling. Located on Paseo Drive, the salon brings a well-known national brand into one of Wesley Chapel’s busiest retail destinations. What Drybar Is Known For Drybar has built its reputation around a simple idea: focus entirely on blowouts an

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — If you’ve driven through Wesley Chapel lately, you’ve probably noticed it: more traffic, more construction, more everything. What used to feel like a quiet suburban pocket north of Tampa is quickly turning into one of the region’s most active growth zones — and businesses are starting to move accordingly.