

Triathlon to Bring Road Closures and Crowds to Mirada Area Tomorrow Morning
SAN ANTONIO, FL - Residents across Dade City, San Antonio, and northern Wesley Chapel, particularly those around the Mirada community should plan for some early-morning detours tomorrow Sunday, November 16 , as a major triathlon moves through local roads. Intermittent closures are expected from 7 a.m. to noon while athletes compete around the Mirada Lagoon area. The Game On Florida Lagoon Triathlon is set to bring a large turnout, with racers expected from across the region.


Whole Foods Anchors New Retail Plaza Coming to Wesley Chapel
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — A major retail development along Bruce B. Downs Boulevard is moving closer to reality, with pending building permits now filed and updated site plans confirming Whole Foods Market as the anchor tenant. The project, located just south of State Road 56 and directly across from Target, will bring one of the nation’s most recognizable premium grocery brands to the heart of Wesley Chapel. According to the plans submitted to Pasco County, the upcoming plaza wi


Massive Teen Halloween Party in Mirada Ends in Chaos as Shots Fired and Dozens of Police Respond
MIRADA - A Halloween party in the Mirada community of Wesley Chapel spiraled out of control late Thursday night, drawing a massive law enforcement response after gunfire erupted in the street. According to multiple online accounts and social media posts, the incident occurred at a home at 10718 Ironwood Tree Way, where neighbors say the residents hosted a party that attracted an estimated 150+ young people, many believed to be between 16 and 21 years old. Witnesses reported


What is with the Fireworks Around Wesley Chapel?
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - If you’ve heard fireworks echoing across Wesley Chapel over the past few nights and wondered what’s going on, you’re not alone. Many Wesley Chapel residents have been surprised by the bursts of light and sound, but what you’re hearing is part of a long-standing cultural celebration, Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. Diwali is one of the most important holidays in Indian culture, celebrated by millions of people around the world, including many


Understanding Growth in Pasco County: Who Really Decides What Gets Built, and Who Actually Benefits
If you’ve lived in Wesley Chapel for more than a few months, you’ve probably heard it, or maybe even said it yourself: “Why does the county keep approving more apartments, storage units, and car washes?” It’s one of the most common frustrations among residents watching new developments rise on nearly every corner. But the truth is, in most cases, those projects aren’t directly “approved” by the county in the way many people think. Almost all of the new construction popping


New Walmart Planned for SR 56 and Morris Bridge Road to Serve Wesley Chapel’s Expanding East Side
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. - Retail growth continues to follow Wesley Chapel’s rapid residential expansion, and one of the area’s most anticipated additions is a new Walmart planned for the intersection of State Road 56 and Morris Bridge Road. The project, recently approved and confirmed through public development records, aims to fill a growing need for accessible shopping options on the east side of Wesley Chapel. Located near the fast-growing Two Rivers community and several othe


Updated: Pasco Deputies Seek to Identify 4 Year Old Child Found in Mirada Neighborhood
UPDATE - 12:40PM: The child's parents have been located as of 12:40PM Original Story - 11:00AM: WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — Pasco Sheriff’s...


New Wawa Gas Station Planned Along SR 52 Near I-75
SAN ANTONIO, FL - Development continues along the busy State Road 52 corridor east of I-75 just north of Wesley Chapel, as site plans...


Massive New Target Set to Open this month in Wesley Chapel, amongst Largest in the Nation
WESLEY CHAPEL — Shoppers in Wesley Chapel are about to experience retail on a whole new scale. After nearly three years of planning and...


Pasco County Among Florida’s Fastest-Growing Communities
Pasco County continues to rank among Florida’s fastest-growing areas, with recent census data showing more than a 15% population increase...


Advertise in the Wesley Chapel Community
If you own a business in Wesley Chapel — or know someone who does — now is the perfect time to get your name in front of thousands of...


Villages of Pasadena Hills Set to Transform East Pasco Growth
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. — One of Pasco County’s largest development plans is beginning to move forward, with thousands of new homes, schools, and roads set to reshape the Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills area.


Pasco Schools Move Up Plans for New High School in Wesley Chapel as Enrollment Surges
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL - Pasco County’s school system is facing two very different realities at once: declining enrollment on the west side of...


New Tesla of Wesley Chapel Nearing Completion
Tesla of Wesley Chapel Wesley Chapel is set to welcome a new Tesla dealership before the end of the year, bringing the electric vehicle...


Inside Wesley Chapel’s Crystal Lagoons
The science behind Epperson & Mirada — and what it costs to go Mirada Lagoon just north of Wesley Chapel Wesley Chapel is home to two...


Teens on Illegal Electric Motorcycles Raise Safety Concerns in Wesley Chapel
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fl. – Residents in several Wesley Chapel neighborhoods say they are increasingly alarmed by teenagers riding illegal...


New Learner’s Permit Law Sparks Concern Among Local Tax Collectors and Parents
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — A recent change to Florida’s learner’s permit process is causing confusion and concern among parents and tax...


New Wesley Chapel Fire Station to Improve Safety, Response Times, and Possibly Homeowners Insurance Rates
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — As Wesley Chapel continues its unprecedented growth, residents will soon benefit from the addition of a brand-new...


From Pastures to Progress: Wesley Chapel's Remarkable Growth Story
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — Just two decades ago, Wesley Chapel was a sleepy rural enclave dotted with citrus groves, cattle ranches, and quiet...


Exclusive $27 Million Private Social Club Planned for Wesley Chapel's Two Rivers Development
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — Plans have been officially submitted for an upscale, members-only social club called "The Landings," to be...


Fatal Crash Causes Major Delays on I-75 in Wesley Chapel
WESLEY CHAPEL – A fatal accident involving two vehicles occurred Sunday evening, May 18, 2025, on northbound Interstate 75 near the...


Wesley Chapel Ball Hawks Host Free Basketball Tryouts for Local Youth
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. – The Wesley Chapel Ball Hawks invite local sixth graders interested in competitive basketball to join their upcoming...


Protest Draws Hundreds to Wesley Chapel Intersection
WESLEY CHAPEL — More than 250 residents gathered at the intersection of State Road 56 and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard in Wesley Chapel on...


Johns Hopkins All Children’s Breaks Ground on New Wesley Chapel Hospital
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. — Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital officially broke ground this week on a new pediatric hospital in Wesley...


Should Wesley Chapel, FL Become a City?
Wesley Chapel, FL — Several recent well written articles in local publications like Neighborhood News , and the Tampa Bay Business...
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