When Pasco County deputy superintendent of schools Ray Gadd first came across the sprawling 250 acres or so of property on Old Pasco Rd., he decided he wanted it. However, he couldn’t have it — it was under the control of home builder D.R. Horton, which had portions of it under contract with three different people. Disappointed, Gadd told the home builder that if those … [Read more...]
Authors Share Writing & Publishing Tips At PHSC-Porter Campus Symposium
A panel featuring English professor Joseph Ward, J.D., Pasco Hernando State College student and author Taylor Gibson and local author Madonna Jervis Wise regaled a crowd of about 50 people at PHSC’s Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch about the process of writing and publishing at a seminar on March 23. Each author shared their experiences in the field while the lively audience … [Read more...]
PHSC President Who Helped Establish Porter Campus Retires
By Matt Wiley From a cow pasture, the Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch has risen to be the tallest point in Wesley Chapel, and what is sure to be remembered as departing PHSC president Dr. Katherine Johnson’s legacy on our area. … [Read more...]
State Budget Allocates $10M For PHSC Perf. Arts Center In Wesley Chapel
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. … [Read more...]
