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Tim Thurlow Port Richey\Chose the Olympic Arms AR-15 in .223 caliber.

Tim likes the sporting rifle appearance and owns other models of similar genre. He’s a fan of semi-auto military style rifles and regularly shoots at Hernando sportsman club. Tim purchased 3 tickets and at that time he said “He never wins anything.” – So he was pleasantly surprised when he won. Another raffle incentive whiched convinced him to buy 3 of the last 50 tickets available was also the chance of winning a $25 McDonald’s Gift Certificate.

 Flyweight Division Final score 26 to 14 Cowboys
Photos by Glenn G. Gefers of Photosby3g of www.OurtownFLA.com.

Larry Gibbs…Wesley Chapel Cowboy Larry Gibbs scores a touchdown against the Valrico Rams in a Flyweight Division game. … Conner Mirrop wins the game ball for scoring two touchdowns and gaining 117 yards in the game against the Valrico Rams in a Flyweight Division game. … Wesley Chapel Cowboy Wade Thomas trots off the field in a game against the Valrico Rams in a Flyweight Division game. …The Wesley Chapel Cowboy Cheerleader support their team in a Flyweight Division game. … The Wesley Chapel Cowboy John Hern receives a play from the coaches in a Flyweight Division game against the Valrico Rams.

Two future stars in Florida Republican Politics, Will Weatherford (running against Kevin Wright for State Representative in District 61) and Pam Bondi  (running against Holly Benson and Jeff Kottkamp for Attorney General) share an island in the middle of the intersection of State Routes 54 and 41 in Land O’Lakes waving signs Monday morning in preparation of their big primary today on August 24^th.

American Hero and Land O’Lakes resident, Sergeant Jose Pequeno accepts a check for $25,241.00 from Alex Altenhoff, owner Weck's American Grill in Lutz, proceeds from a party thrown by Altenhoff and co-owner John Miller on August 7. Pequeno is surrounded by his family, son Gaige 12, sister Elizabeth Bagley, daughters Mercedes 15, Alexandria 13 and mother Nellie Bagley. The funds will go toward paying for the house that Pequeno is currently living in with his family. Several local businesses donated merchandise and other items. There were auctions, drawings and food, including pulled pork barbecue sandwiches, bratwurst, Weck's Red Bliss potato salad and dessert plus a live band and a DJ. All proceeds from the event will go toward paying for the house, and every penny collected will be counted by The Aleethia Foundation, a Washington nonprofit organization that helps injured troops.    

Sebastian Victoria 7, of Lutz, models the new uniforms for the Lutz Rangers Soccer Club at the ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Oscar Cooler Sports Complex Expansion in Lutz. .… Mackenzie Hicks 8, holds little brother Barrett Hicks 1, so he can kick the ball to his two other coaches Sofia Schultz 8 and Peyten Hernandez 8, at the ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Oscar Cooler Sports Complex Expansion in Lutz. … The Lutz Chiefs Cheerleaders Representatives from each division led the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance at the ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Oscar Cooler Sports Complex Expansion in Lutz. …Former Tampa Bay Rowdy Soccer great Mike Connell, Lutz Chiefs Lisa Penzer, and County Commissioners Jim Norman, Chairman Ken Hagan and Al Higginbotham get ready to throw the first football and kick the first soccer ball at the ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Oscar Cooler Sports Complex Expansion in Lutz. …Kids race through the Ribbon at the Ceremony for Oscar Cooler Sports Complex Expansion in Lutz. … County Commissioners Jim Norman had the honor throw the first football at the Ceremony for Oscar Cooler Sports Complex Expansion in Lutz.   …fun facts…500 hundred youth Athletes, 33 acre expansion, 1 soccer field, 1 football , 3 soccer/football practice fields, 1 small football practice field, 2 concession buildings , 2 maintenance buildings, wetland and retention ponds serve as buffers between fields, project cost $3.9 Million paid by Community Investment Tax funds. Photos/stories of this event by Anthony V. Masella Jr. of www.OurtownFLA.com.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer held a Kickoff Ralley at AJA Wiregrass. More than just a walk, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer describes the progress they are making together to help save lives. Major Sponsors Hyundai & Mazda of Wesley Chapel, Suntrust Bank, Waste Service of Florida, Florida Medical Clinic and The Shops at Wiregrass kick started the fundraising but they can't do it without people like you.  Teams  earn money by walking at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk will be held at The Shops at Wiregrass on October 23rd   …Volunteers Todd St. John, Erica Hayden McCarthy, Wendy Brenner, Commissioner Pat Mulieri, Paula O’Neil, Ph.D, Jane Freeman, Stephanie Watts, Sheila Stiles Cindy Corbin and Dane Parilo ask you to sign up today for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer with a personal donation. Together we can create a world with less breast cancer and more birthdays. There is another kick-off event in Pasco County on Thursday, August 26th, at 6:00pm at Catches Waterfront Grille on 7811 Bayview Street in Port Richey RSVP: 813-949-0291 ext 5614 or Pasco.MSABC@cancer.org   Photos by Anthony V. Masella Jr. of www.OurtownFLA.com.

Aja Wiregrass celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting with friends, employees, customers and many local business people from the Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce. Located at the Shops at Wiregrass at 28330 Paseo Drive Suite 190 in Wesley Chapel, Aja welcomes guests from happy hour into the late night hours with luscious food offerings with their full restaurant and lounge menu, top-shelf, and an ongoing combination of live music, Djs and Dancing. If you have any questions call 813-994-0002.  Photos of this event by Anthony V. Masella Jr. of www.OurtownFLA.com.

All Tune and Lube , owner Bob Ramazzotto and Manager Brian Kruck celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting for their “Total Car Care” service center with friends, family, customers and many local business people from the Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce. “We have highly trained professionals that do quality repairs at great prices” said Ramazzotto. They can handle everything from basic oil changes to complicated engine repairs and transmission work.  All Tune and Lube, located at 4107 Land O’Lakes Boulevard, provides free shuttle service and for those that wish to wait, free WiFi and play area. You can contact Bob at 813 996-2886. Photos by Anthony V. Masella Jr. of www.OurtownFLA.com.

The 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres was a huge success.  Over 20 partners contributed to getting children in the area back to school.  Distribution included over 40 haircuts, 200 backpacks, 300 sinch bags, Body, Mass, Index screenings, 1000's of pencils, crayons, rulers  and a host of other materials, games, ice cream and face painting.  It is estimated that over 450 lined up for the event.  Cobb Theatres would like to thank all of the contributing partners and volunteers who so graciously gave of their time and materials.  Crystal Valentine, Oscar Lopez Jr., 8, of Dade City, Anna Criger of Zephyrhills, Madison Schrader of NPR, Kenny Criger 11, Julia Schrader 18 months and Tammy Schrader pick up some school supplies at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres.  The Bock family John, Dawn, Kameron 5, Kyleigh 6, Kyra 10 and Kaitlyn 8 review the information from the Safe Kids Florida Suncoast representatives Amy Schultz, Elizabeth Wilder and James Chmielewski at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres. Wesley Chapel students Mark Beatty 6, Yanaliz Cosme 6 look over the latest Parenting Magazine with Nicole Puglist at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres.

Rob Kress of Ierna’s Heating and Cooling offered rulers and other school supplies to Kimmy Nguyen 5 of Wesley Chapel and Lutz students Tyler Rankin 6, Cristina Vazquez, Rebecca Armstrong 6, Green Hanna Coffey 7 Savannah and Keaton 6 Kaekec at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres.  Heather Norcia of Michaels Arts and Crafts provided crayons for drawing to Sabrina Callejo of Brandon and the Walford family, Anthony 11,  Matthew 8 and Amanda 5 of Wesley Chapel at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres. Isabella Villalobs 3 has her hair done courtesy of Cyndee Prather of Emerge Hair Studio at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres. Operation Unwrap a smile founders Herbert and Stephanie Roshell of Land O’Lakes, stands with their family, friends and Pasco County Deputies in front of some Hollywood Heroes at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash hosted by Cobb Theatres. Operation Unwrap a smile distributed school supplies and information  regarding their mission to help those in our communities become strong individuals and  families.

As some of you may be aware, Paul had worn many hats within Apria as he worked at the Florida Regional Distribution Center at the age of 18 and later the Tampa Billing Center. By the time he turned 21, he worked at the Lakeland, FL branch as a Delivery Tech under Safraz Khan and Michael Trinidad. In between doing the part-time work with Apria, he attended St Leo University to obtain a Bachelors degree in History and minor in Political Science. His love of American history along with the entire family’s service with the military, Paul chose to enlist and felt it was his turn to give back. His compassionate personality lead the way to become a Combat Medic.

Final arrangements are still pending due to processes in place set by the Dept of Defense. There were multiple casualties as Paul was 1 of 6 (4 Army soldiers and 2 Marines). We are planning everything that we possibly can in advance, so when we receive word that he will be released to his military escort along with his brother Anthony, everything will fall into place. We will then be able to announce the memorial service and mass with dates and times.

Until then, in lieu of flowers, a Memorial Fund has been set up in Paul's name. Please follow the link to donate in memory of PFC Paul Cuzzupe. You may choose a facility/location specifically to donate to, otherwise, the foundation will distribute where funds are needed.

Thank you,

Annette, Mike and family (Mother and Step-father of Paul)

Judy and David Allard (Grandparents of Paul)

http://www.fisherhouse.org/index.html

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2010 Jamboree was hosted at

Wesley Chapel District Park

The skies threatened to open up on the Land O’Lakes Gators Jr Fly boys at the Annual Pasco Police Athletic League 2010 Jamboree was hosted at Wesley Chapel District Park. Land O’Lakes Gators Aidan Meyer runs for an open field touchdown in a Jr Fly division game against West Hernando… Land O’Lakes Varsity Gator Antwan Slater turns the corner against a West Hernando defender for a big gain. …The Land O’Lakes Jr Varsity Gator Cheerleaders competed against squads from all over the county at the Annual Pasco Police Athletic League 2010 Jamboree at Wesley Chapel District Park.

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