The Land O’ Lakes defense pitched its second shutout of the season and kicker Andy Dowler hit a career-high three field goals as the Gators downed Hudson 16-0 on Friday evening at John Benedetto Stadium. With the win, the Gators improve to 6-0 for the first time since 2009. “We’ll take a win any way we can get it, even if we’re not going to score on offense,” Gators coach Brian Wachtel said. “We’ve got some things to work out before next week, that’s for sure.” On Friday, Land O’ Lakes faces crosstown and Class 6A-District 6 foe Sunlake (6-1) in a pivotal game that will make or break their seasons.

Written by Carl Orth of the Suncoast News

When it came to a grand opening last week, staff members at Wells Fargo Advisors weren’t horsing around. Four horses pulled the colorful Wells Fargo stagecoach during the event at the new office at 11300 S.R. 54. Spectators, ranging from youngsters to seniors, clamored to take rides around the parking lot in the stagecoach. The replica of the vintage vehicle provided nostalgia of passengers ferried across the Old West in the 19th century.

Rotary Club of Trinity 15th Annual Gala was great fun for all! The theme of this years event was Rotary Rat Pack – Vegas 60’s Style with presenting sponsor Greg Henry, Inc. The much-anticipated black tie event was held on Saturday, September 28th at Heritage Springs Country Club, 11345 Robert Trent Jones Parkway in Trinity.

When Mike Lawrence was promoted to head coach at Wiregrass Ranch during the offseason, he made it his mission to promote discipline and a winning attitude for the Bulls, who had not won a game in more than two years. His impact has shown as Wiregrass Ranch is off to its best start since 2009 — 2-0 — after defeating Hudson 25-7 Friday night.

By Jeff Odom, Times Correspondent

Three Republican candidates are seeking the party’s nomination for the District 36 House seat vacated this summer by current Pasco County Tax Collector Mike Fasano. The district comprises coastal Pasco County, west of Little Road. Only registered Republican are eligible to vote in the primary Sept. 17. Early voting will be permitted Sept. 7 through 14 at the West Pasco Government Center. The winner will face Democrat Amanda Murphy in a special election Oct. 15.

The ‘Stomp Out Breast Cancer Shopping Extravaganza’ was a huge success. The volunteers from the Pasco County Clerk of Courts Office were trying to raise funds for their Making Strides Against Breast Cancer team, Clerks for a Cure. Paula O’Neil posted, “What a great time and so many supporters. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make sure Diane's event happened. And what wonderful vendors! I brought home some great purchases and two wins on raffles. A good day all in all” said Paula.

The area which became Elfers was earlier known as Baillie or the Baillie Settlement. There was also a settlement around East Elfers Cemetery known as Sapling Woods. Photos were taken by J David Wright of Photos by J David