Sea Of Smiles Cuts A Ribbon

sea of smiles ribbon cuttingSea of Smiles, the pediatric dental office of Dr. Lisa LaPrestsi, D.M.D. (located at 3737 Maryweather Lane, off BBD in Wesley Chapel), held a Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony on June 3 to welcome the local community to this outstanding new office.Continue reading

State Budget Allocates $10M For PHSC Perf. Arts Center In Wesley Chapel

The future $60-million performing arts center will be tied to Pasco-Hernando State College, which opened its new Porter Campus in Wesley Chapel in January.
The future $60-million performing arts center will be tied to Pasco-Hernando State College, which opened its new Porter Campus in Wesley Chapel in January.

By Matt Wiley

As part of the State of Florida’s 2014 budget, several million dollars have been set aside for what could become the first convention center and performing arts education center in Pasco County. While that alone is monumental, the project likely will be constructed right here in Wesley Chapel.Continue reading

Bright Eyes Kids Will Help Brighten Your Child(ren)’s Vision

“Dr. Nate” checks the vision of a young patient at Bright Eyes Kids, located off Amberly Dr. in Tampa Palms.
“Dr. Nate” checks the vision of a young patient at Bright Eyes Kids, located off Amberly Dr. in Tampa Palms.

By Celeste McLaughlin

Until the grand opening of Bright Eyes Kids in early May, parents in New Tampa and Wesley Chapel who were looking for a pediatric eye doctor had to settle for general practices that include a pediatric optometrist. But now, for the first time in the New Tampa and Wesley Chapel area, there is an office dedicated completely to kids’ vision.Continue reading

Relay For Life Success Raises $50k

Relay for Life attendees take part in the "Survivor's Lap" to kick off the May 9 event.
Relay for Life attendees take part in the “Survivor’s Lap” to kick off the May 9 event. (Photo: OurTownFLA.com)

One of the biggest events in our area towards the end of each school year is the annual Relay for Life, benefiting the American Cancer Society, which once again was a major success in Wesley Chapel.Continue reading