Community
2024 Decorating Contest Winners
We added some fun new categories to our 26th Annual Decorating Contest, and our readers responded! We had 34 homes participate across four categories and five neighborhoods vying for the Community Spirit Awards. Our team of judges had a fantastic time driving through our neighborhoods and it was a close race in all categories. Winners […]
A Florida Holiday Gift Guide
It’s that time of year when you need presents for everyone on your list. Whether it’s for a teacher, party host, friend, family member or a Secret Santa gift exchange, look no further than what the Sunshine State has to offer. Many large and small businesses call Florida home and it’s important to support them, […]
Westchase Santa Parade Turns 20!
The beloved Westchase tradition returns on Dec. 14 and marks a major milestone. The Westchase Santa Parade is a beloved annual tradition that offers the perfect opportunity to gather with neighbors while awaiting a visit from Santa and his helpers. It is also an event that brings us together as a community to give back […]
Three Charitable Events Rescheduled
Back-to-back hurricanes led to the postponement of two popular local golf tournaments and a new pickleball tournament. The Westchase Freebooters Inaugural Charity Pickleball Tournament originally scheduled for Oct. 19 will now be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 1-5 p.m. at Tampa Bay Pickleball in the Oldsmar Flea Market. The event will feature a fun […]
Holiday Markets and Craft Festivals
This time of year, holiday markets and craft festivals pop up across Tampa Bay, offering one-of-a-kind gifts, many of which are made by local artisans. Best of all, several of these markets are held outdoors, allowing shoppers to enjoy the beautiful winter weather in Florida while they shop. Below are just a few markets to […]
Where to Donate Items You No Longer Need
Whether you are taking advantage of cooler weather to do a deep clean or trying to figure out what to do with all those things that didn’t sell during your neighborhood’s fall garage sale, here is a list of a few amazing organizations that can do some good with your unwanted items. Please note: At […]
Teen Volunteer Opportunities
If you have a student who is looking for new opportunities to earn Bright Futures hours, there are plenty of organizations that can use a helping hand. Below are just a few. Metropolitan Ministries Location: Various locations across Tampa Bay What they do: Metropolitan Ministries offers comprehensive services for at-risk and homeless families in underserved […]
The Great West Chase Returns Oct. 26
On Saturday, Oct. 26, hundreds of runners will take off down Linebaugh Avenue, in a race that brings our community together for a great cause. Why we run The Great West Chase launched in 2002 as a simple 5K in a still-developing neighborhood and has grown to be WOW’s largest fundraising initiative of the year. […]
Great West Chase Road and Lane Closures
The 2024 Great West Chase will kick off on Sat, Oct. 26, with the 10K at 7 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m. and the Kids’ Fun Run at 9 a.m. Registration is now open at TheGreatWestChase.com. The race begins on Brompton Drive in West Park Village and heads out along Linebaugh Avenue. Last year, […]
