While many students recognize the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) concepts and some join robotics or science clubs, it is likely that there are some kids who haven’t been exposed to STEM in a way that is fun and engaging. Aaryan Sharma, a 16-year-old International Baccalaureate (IB) student at King High on N. 56th St. in Tampa wants to change … [Read more...]
Crystal Lagoons® Amenity In Epperson Opening This Month?
Metro Development Group says its widely-anticipated, first-of-its-kind in the U.S. Crystal Lagoons® amenity should finally be available to residents of the Epperson community in August, although work will continue through the summer. The general public will have to wait a little bit longer, but will be allowed in for reduced rates once the gates open. According to Eric … [Read more...]
Nibbles and Bytes: Bahama Breeze Opening Soon
A sign (see top photo on next page) on the building indicates that Bahama Breeze Island Grill, which is getting ready to open just east of Chuy’s Tex-Mex on the north side of S.R. 56, will open to the public on Monday, July 16. We’re trying to make sure we get an invite to the friends & family pre-opening, so look for a sneak peek on WCNT-tv before Bahama Breeze opens. … [Read more...]
Traffic From New Developments Revives The Idea Of Widening Old Pasco Road
The two Pasco County commisioners who represent the largest portions of Wesley Chapel — Ron Oakley in District 1 and Mike Moore in District 2 — have had their fair share of complaints from residents about area roads, and the traffic on them. So, as Moore, Oakley and their fellow commissioners took up the debate about a proposal clearing the way for a new business park on Old … [Read more...]
New Union Park Charter Academy Set To Open In August At Full Enrollment!
Wesley Chapel’s first charter school will open this fall. Demand for the school is clearly high, as enrollment already is full and there’s a waiting list at every grade level. Union Park Charter Academy — called “UPCA” and pronounced “UP-kuh” — has 615 students scheduled to start school in kindergarten through 6th grade when it opens for the first time on August 13. One thing … [Read more...]
