Eager students lined up Dec. 10, ready to get their feet into a new pair of kicks at Bryan Elementary. Their old, worn shoes would be replaced just in time for Christmas, thanks to the Junior Woman’s Club and their annual shoe drive. James Hardie partners to sponsor Bryan. But, it’s the club that spends […]
Continue ReadingRobinson teacher wins two awards
It’s been a good year for Kelli Rowland. Some may venture to say she’s earned an A+. The Robinson Elementary teacher won two awards, Teacher of the Year for her school and Reading Teacher of the Year for Hillsborough County. So, it’s not hard to see the passion she has for her students. “I want […]
Continue ReadingToy drive hot spots
During the holidays, many gift-givers’ first inclination is to take care of their families. The children want a Barbie Dream House or the Elite Nerf Gun. Mom wants that expensive knife set; Dad a new iPad. But different organizations, churches and even a couple of elementary-age angels are making sure those who are less fortunate […]
Continue ReadingClub Hubbub 12.12.13
If your club would like to post announcements, email them to Associate Editor Amber Jurgensen, ajurgensen@plantcityobserver.com. + Plant City Daybreak Rotary In a partnership with the Noon Rotary Club and the City of Plant City, members from the Daybreak Rotary Club delivered hundreds of dictionaries to students at three elementary schools this week. In total, 1,110 […]
Continue ReadingDie-hard fans wait all night for tickets
The sun had just set. But a soft glow from the box office at the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds illuminated the first five parties in line for show tickets, Dec. 4. It’s the first year the festival has left the lights on for their No. 1 fans. The eager bunch would have to wait out […]
Continue ReadingNational Guard battalion needs help getting home
Last week, Donna Hagadone received a cell-phone picture from her husband. Two military duffle bags sat tattered and faded on the floor of her home. She rushed home to see them for herself. They were her son’s. “Some of Jake has arrived home,” Hagadone said. Her son, Jacob Kesler, is in the Florida National Guard. […]
Continue ReadingEvangelical Presbyterian selects new pastor
It’s been a long process, but the Evangelical Presbyterian Church has selected its new pastor. Scott Lawry and his family will move from Alabama to Plant City to take the helm. Lawry’s first Sunday in the pulpit will be Jan. 5, 2014. “In my mind, it’s a dream job,” Lawry said. “It’s a special church. […]
Continue ReadingHamfest to plug into Plant City this weekend
Video may have killed the radio star, but it did not silence the amateur radio network. Plant City will host the annual Tampa Bay Hamfest for the first time Dec. 6 and 7. Ham operators will share their transmissions and technologies at the event, which will take place at the Florida Strawberry Festival Agricultural Center. […]
Continue ReadingCommunity leaders educate students at annual teach-in
It wasn’t a regular school day walking onto the campus of Trapnell Elementary School, Nov. 21. A classic car, tow truck and fire truck were parked out front. In the courtyard, chickens clucked in cages. Students cooed as they passed by tethered sheep. A motorcycle roared from some mysterious corner. It was the 2013 Great […]
Continue ReadingRemedi Spa hosts Mistletoe Mixer
Remedi Spa hosted its eight annual Mistletoe Mixer Dec. 3. Guests were given tours of the facility, a rundown on the hottest new products and demonstrations of spa services. For more, call the owner Stacy Dunn, (813) 752-2433.
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