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Sometimes we do both things well.

Catch up and join the conversation by following the links below to find some highlights of the coverage and conversation on our site from this past week.

Sheriff Wants to Take Over State Probation, Parole Services

• Chris Nocco thinks the change could improve public safety and felon reform.

Is Crime Down in Pasco?

• The Pasco Sheriff's Office released statistics saying it has fallen overall.

Community Garden Ordinance Wins Final Approval

• The ordinance amends the city’s land development code to allow folks to plant community gardens on private property in any of the city’s zoning districts.

7 Qualify to Vie for 2 City Council Seats

• It seems veterans and newcomers will be battling for a seat on the New Port Richey city council.

Steffens to Lead Sheriff's Forensic, SWAT Units

• New Port Richey Police Chief James Steffens is taking a new job next month.