By Amber Rouse | Raider Review Staff The FRANkenstein 5K and WOD-O-Ween crossfit workout kicked off bright and early Saturday, Oct. 31. The fundraiser began 9 a.m. with a small, but energetic flash mob. This sassy rabble included dancers from Lori Matta’s studio, Dance Carousel. Following the flash mob, all participants of the 5K were […]
Continue ReadingChurch performs skit
A presentation of “Church Ladies” was presented at Springhead United Methodist Church Sunday, Oct.18. The skit, in honor of Laity Sunday, depicts several of the ladies found in churches everywhere. The cast, comprised of members of the Laity of Springhead United Methodist Church, worked hard to present the show. The next production will be announced […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Perry
Perry tried on his Halloween costume early. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present a weekly Cutest Critter Contest. Entering is simple: Just submit a high-resolution photo (200 dpi or better) and a sentence or two about why your pet is the cutest. Include your name and contact information. Winners […]
Continue ReadingUndead cut at Focus 4 Beauty
It was Zombie Appreciation Day at Focus 4 Beauty Friday, Oct. 23, as the undead descended upon the cosmetology school on East Alexander Street. The decaying demons made appointments for blunt cuts and acid peels before putting on a chilling performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” in a fog-filled salon room. Focus 4 Beauty is the […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Veronica Prostko
Veronica Prostko captured this spooky spiderweb at Blackwater Creek Preserve, in Plant City. The spiders set traps at night so they can catch some breakfast in the morning. Veronica wins a Grimes Hardware Strawberry Town Cafe gift card. She can claim the card with an ID at Strawberry Town Cafe, 3161 Paul Buchman Highway. Do […]
Continue ReadingArmy Colonel receives award
Upper Iowa University honored five alumni, including a Plant City man, as part of the recent Alumni and Awards Luncheon held during the University’s 2015 Homecoming celebration. President William R. Duffy II presented the Service to Country Award to retired Col. James Richardson (class of 1981) for demonstrating exceptional achievement in a professional career related to military […]
Continue ReadingEconomic Development Corp. hires CEO
The Plant City Economic Development Corp. has appointed Jacob “Jake” Austin as its first president and CEO. The corporation formed this September to market Plant City as an attractive base for businesses and aid current business owners in expansion and sustainability. “Jake is very familiar with our community and has partnered with us in his previous role with […]
Continue ReadingSuspects arrested for stealing 42 guns from Tampa store
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested four brothers in connection to the burglary of a Tampa gun store last week. Two of the suspects are from Plant City. Gabriel Navarrette, 24, and Emilio Navarrette, 21, both live on Granfield Avenue, in Plant City. Xavier Navarrette, 22, is from Tampa, and Mario Navarrette, 25, is from Jacksonville. The brothers broke […]
Continue ReadingRailroad crossing closed at South Alexander Street
CSX Railroad has closed the railroad crossing on South Alexander Street, south of West Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. It will be closed until Saturday Oct. 31. Observe the detour signs for your safety and convenience.
Continue ReadingNew solid waste director starts at city
Jill Sessions began as the new solid waste director Monday, Oct. 26. She will be earning an annual salary of $85,000, in addition to a weekly car allowance of $45 ($2,340 annually) and annual sick and vacation leave per city policy. Sessions comes to Plant City after serving for the last five years as the […]
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