Ann Worthley of Land O’Lakes assist Jordon Hudson of Wesley Chapel bob for apples at one of the Trunk r Treats. With the 4th Annual Slime Time Fall Festival in place, pumpkin launcher handler Bob Swan of Lutz

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union announced the completion of five new branches in the Tampa market with a grand opening celebration at each of the full-service locations with free food, a chance to win one of five Apple iPad2 giveaways, plus special checking offers and a below-market car loan rate. Those branches are located at 2255 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes, 19203 N. Dale Mabry Hwy in Lutz, 10950 Cross Creek Blvd and 20401 Bruce B. Downs Blvd in New Tampa and 3202 W. Waters Ave. in Tampa.

There was a fundraiser at Beef’O’Brady’s/Wilderness across from Land O'Lakes HS, 7040 Land O Lakes Blvd for fallen Deputy Mark Longway who lost his life in a fatal car accident while on duty. Longway is now the 15th deputy to be etched in stone.

Longway’s eldest daughter, Brandi Trzaska said “He always strived to be the best at everything he did”. Trzaska tearfully shared that her father's purpose was to serve. He served at the Sheriff’s Office for 6 years. before that he was with the Air Force for 21 years. “He is a hero to us all.”

Autograph session was held by former Buc Chris Hovan. Silent Auction with lots of great donated items. Great way to give a little more back at Christmas to a great family.

Heritage Park Foundation’s 3rd Annual Traditions on The Green and the Land O' Lakes Saturday Market at Land O'Lakes Community Center

The crowds came out early to enjoy complimentary pancakes and enjoyed the famous Pine View Middle School band. The children had fun at the Christmas Village bouncing, craft-making, puppet shows and other fun-filled activities. The crowd was entertained by the Land O'Lakes High School band and then enjoyed checking out the 36 vendors with lots of fresh, high quality produce with 65 feet of produce tables! Canned food donations for Metropolitan Ministries was collected at the event and there was also a visit from Ol' Saint Nick himself! The event was held by The Heritage Foundation, which is expanding the Community Center's use to more free family fun events and activities. …Ashley Clemmer and her 19 month old daughter Kaylyn check out the fruit at the Saturday Market at Land O'Lakes Community Center …The Pine View Middle School Band played for the folks at the Heritage Park and the Land O' Lakes Saturday Market at Land O'Lakes Community Center. … Land O’Lakes High School Jazz band entertained the crowd at the Heritage Park and the Land O'Lakes Saturday Market at Land O'Lakes Community Center.