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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, […]
How to Help after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Westchase came through Hurricane Helene relatively unscathed. Many communities in Tampa Bay and to our north were not so fortunate and our residents jumped into action to help in any way they could. And then came Milton – a terrifyingly large storm that, at times, took direct aim at Tampa Bay. While things could have […]
Local Talent Lands Dream Broadway Role
Jacob Pham of Harbor Links is currently playing Young Simba in Broadway’s “The Lion King.” When Jacob Pham was on the brink of turning 10, he had one request – he wanted to take a trip to New York City to see his first Broadway show. His pick? Disney’s “The Lion King.” “We also got […]
Pirates, Pickleball and Pets
Dink. Drop. Lob. If these terms make sense, then you’ve likely already been exposed to pickleball, a sport born in the mid-60s that has exploded in popularity. A hybrid of badminton, tennis and table tennis, pickleball is easy to learn and fun to play. Pirates and pickleball? But…do pirates play pickleball? They do now. The […]
Great West Chase Returns Oct. 26!
The 2024 Great West Chase 5K/10K and Kids Fun Run will be held on Sat, Oct. 26. Since 2002, the event has allowed WOW to make $374,500 in charitable donations, with a majority of that going to schools serving a high number of underprivileged children. This year’s recipient is Morgan Woods Elementary, a nearby elementary […]
Jacob’s Touch Golf Tournament
Registration is open for the 9th annual Golf Tournament benefitting Jacob’s Touch Foundation. Jacob’s Touch Charity Golf Tournament returns on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the Westchase Golf Club. All proceeds will help further Jacob’s Touch Foundation’s mission to provide financial care and assistance through grants for therapy, medical and educational needs to families and […]
Preparing for a Hurricane
In Florida, Hurricane season runs from June 1- November 30. The information outlined below is offered to help you prepare – especially those who are new to the area. Know your Evacuation Zone If you live in Westchase or the Northwest neighborhoods that receive the WOW, you live in a hurricane storm surge evacuation zone. […]
2024 Sales Tax Holidays
Save money on everything from hurricane supplies to concert tickets by shopping during select sales tax holidays. This year’s sales tax holiday season dates have been announced. Below is a breakdown of what you can save on and when. Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Dates: June 1-14, 2024 and Aug. 24 to Sept. 6, 2024 […]
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