Greens Voting Member Steve Splaine kicked off audience comments with a few quick clarifications regarding the “no cleats; no organized sports signs” that CDD staff added at greenspaces in the Village Green and West Park Village. He said there had been a misconception that he, as VM, was speaking on behalf of the WCA Board […]
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The Jan. 6 Westchase CDD Meeting kicked off with audience comments. Shires VM Barry Anderson asked for clarification on discussions from the December meeting regarding the potential to carve out new playing field space in Westchase. He asked for a copy of a map previously presented by District Engineer Robert Dvorak, which was referenced at
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Each year, we host four food truck rallies in West Park Village in the greenspace on Montague Street. These events are a great way to take a break from the kitchen and mingle with neighbors while enjoying a variety of food options from local vendors. As always, Rockatar will be on hand to DJ the
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As 2025 came to a close, we were inspired by the many “Best Books of 2025” lists circulating on social media channels, and we decided to create our own by putting a call out on WOW’s Westchase Neighborhood News Facebook page. Thanks to all who responded. Below are the Top 25 Reads of 2025 according
We would like to thank everyone who took part in this year’s decorating contest for helping to spread holiday cheer with your beautiful displays! Thank you also to our judges (who will remain anonymous). They definitely had a tough job this year! We had 30 homes participate across four categories and six neighborhoods vying for
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Hillsborough County is home to over 60 conservation parks and nature preserves with more than 300 miles of marked hiking trails. The Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation Department is challenging you to get just a taste of what the area has to offer during the 2025-26 Hillsborough County Hiking Spree. This year’s Hiking Spree features
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As the temperatures start to cool, it’s the perfect time to check out our local farmers markets. Not only will you find everything from fresh, locally sourced produce to handcrafted jewelry, but you will also support local artists, farmers and vendors. Plus, it’s a fun way to get out and explore different corners of the
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The board also received updates on alley repair and surveillance cameras at the Dec. 2, 2025, meeting. Field Manager David Sylvanowicz began his report with updated quotes from Azzarelli Paving for repairs to the Belgrave Alley in West Park Village. He said the cost to replace and reinforce the crumbling curb near the intersection of Belgrave
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Moderate temperatures and ample supplies of food and water bring a number of migratory species to Tampa Bay each winter. While we are fortunate to have a wide variety of birds that call Florida home year-round, winter is the perfect time to get out and spot some visitors from up North. Warblers, goldfinches, American robins,
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Our Northwest neighborhoods are home to a number of trails and bike lanes perfect for a bike ride. Chances are, however, that you have ridden many of these routes over and over again. Now that cooler weather is here, why not head out and try a new cycling route? Tampa Bay is chock-full of bike-friendly
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