Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Fresh look, elevated offerings: The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel announced new shops and eateries coming soon, including Kendra Scott, OddFellows Ice Cream, Drybar, and Lululemon, following recent upgrades to its center court -- get all the details.

Careers fueling modern infrastructure: As Pasco manufacturers seek skilled talent, AmSkills in Holiday is training locals for industrial maintenance careers, from electrical to robotics, and connecting graduates with employers amid strong job growth forecasts -- get details on training and demand.

Public urged to stay alert: Pasco County’s Old Dixie Wildfire was brought under control after crews from the Florida Forest Service and Pasco Fire Rescue used aircraft and heavy equipment, with a burn ban enacted -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Stock up for fast-growing humans: All About Kids LOL has outfitted Pasco families since 1999 with gently loved clothes, shoes, strollers, toys, and other everyday lifesavers for families. Consigning clears space, and treasure-hunting new-to-you finds suits fast-growing kids and real-life budgets.

Cuban cravings, solved: When the lunchtime grumbles hit in Land O' Lakes, Larry's Deli & Sandwich Shop has the cure... pressed-to-perfection Cubans, hefty subs, and those addictive boiled peanuts you promise to share and won’t. Put it on your weekly rotation and thank yourself mid-bite.

Night swings, anyone? Between an 18-hole course with rolling fairways, an 11-acre lighted driving range for after-work reps, and Mulligan’s Irish Pub when your putter needs counseling, Plantation Palms Golf Club is an easy yes. Bonus points if you settle bragging rights on their mini-golf.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

💦 Cub Connections Water Play @ That Place Down The Street | Monday (4/27) at 9:30 AM – This water play morning is built for little ones and their keepers at That Place Down The Street. Splash pads, sprinklers, sensory tables, and yard games keep the cubs busy while you nurse a food truck coffee and talk to other grown-ups. Low-key, gloriously soggy.

🔬 Holistic Nutritional Blood Analysis @ Nutrition Smart (Wesley Chapel) | Tuesday (4/28) at 9:00 AM – This holistic blood analysis at Nutrition Smart Wesley Chapel uses a tiny finger stick and a microscope to flag digestion quirks, inflammation markers, liver stress, and more. Angie Provenzano walks you through the results. Think show-and-tell for grown-ups, oddly fascinating, quick, starting at $25.

🎲 Charity Bingo @ SouthernEaze Bar & Grill (Lutz) | Tuesday (4/28) at 6:30 PM – Feel like flexing your daubing skills for a good cause? Charity bingo is doling out great food, proper pours, and the oddly satisfying joy of yelling bingo without waking the block. Come eat, sip, and support, then trade stories with the usual suspects.

🥕 Local Food Farmer's Market @ Dube's Farm and Market (Wesley Chapel) | Thursday (4/30) at 10:00 AM – If your fridge could use fewer barcodes and more flavor, hit the start-up farm's market for regional produce, raw honey, pasture-raised eggs, chemical-free meats, and wild-caught seafood. Plus hand-blended teas, spices, oils, and balsamics from The Main Ingredient, Lutz. Your cart will cheer.

🎯 6th Annual Sporting Clay Fundraiser @ Tampa Bay Sporting Clays | Friday (5/1) at 8:00 AM – Sharpen your aim for a good cause at the 6th annual sporting clays fundraiser out at Tampa Bay Sporting Clays in Land O' Lakes. Expect lunch, a silent auction, and bragging rights at the awards ceremony. Even if you just like the vests, you're welcome.

⚽ Friday Night SoccerGemz Rubyz Class @ Lutz Family Church | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – Trade your Friday night negotiations over broccoli for a parent and tot soccer class where your tiny striker learns basics through fun games, obstacle courses, and solid social skills. You are on the field too, so register online, collect steps, and earn bedtime bragging rights.

🧁 Doggie Cakes @ The Shops at Wiregrass (Wesley Chapel) | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Whether your pup runs the house or just the couch, hit the Fresh Market at Wiregrass every first and third Saturday for Doggie Cakes, then browse the other vendors. Preorder the treats, pick up with ease, and call it errands for your four-legged boss.

This Hannah Bartoletta-built lakefront stunner sits in gated Water’s Edge at Wilderness Lake Preserve, offering 5 beds, 5 baths, private lake access, and wide lake views. A 2026 roof and driveway elevate curb appeal. Inside, a chef’s kitchen anchors living with pocket sliders to a saltwater pool, spa, and outdoor kitchen. Upstairs, a media room opens to a lakeview balcony.