An electrical issue sparked a fire at the Marathon gas station at McIntosh Road and Highway 92 Thursday, Feb. 26. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue responded to a report of a commercial structure fire at 5:30 a.m. Upon arrival, HCFR found smoke and flames coming from the exterior of the southwest corner of the gas station. Because of […]
Continue ReadingStrawberry Festival art show winners announced
Many have been anxious to learn the results of the judging for the 2015 Florida Strawberry Festival Fine Art Show presented by East Hillsborough Art Guild since they submitted their pieces to the competition Feb. 20. With thousands of dollars in prizes and multiple winners in each category, the show is sure to impress […]
Continue ReadingA Sweet Welcome
For decades, the City of Plant City has been known around the globe for producing some of the sweetest, most beautiful strawberries in the world. Many say it’s our “claim to fame.” In fact, if you don’t know much about the abundant strawberry harvest in Plant City, one of our residents will be quick to […]
Continue ReadingPlans revealed for Hampton Inn
City officials announced during Monday’s commission meeting that a Hampton Inn will be built on a wooded site near Waffle House off Thonotosassa Road. It is expected to be four stories tall, have 88 rooms and provide 24 permanent jobs. Permitting will take four to six months. Construction is expected to be 12 to 14 months. […]
Continue ReadingState Reps donate to Boys & Girls Club
State Reps. Dan Raulerson and Ross Spano donated two $500 checks to the Plant City Boys & Girls Club Feb. 24. They took a tour of the club with Program Director Mary Pearson and spoke with excited students on the playground.
Continue ReadingMotorcyclist killed in head-on collision
A motorcyclist died after a head-on collision on U.S. 92 east of Turkey Creek Road early Feb. 25. At 4:50 a.m., a 2010 Dodge Avenger driven by Cristal Elisa Higareda, 21, of Plant City, was traveling east on U.S. 92 when it crossed the center line into the westbound lane for an unknown reason. The front […]
Continue ReadingPlant City woman killed in morning traffic crash
A 22-year-old Plant City woman died in a car accident early Feb. 22. At about 6:15 a.m., Sonia Roldan was asleep in the back seat of a 2001 Toyota while 21-year-old Hector Estrella Jr., of Plant City, was driving south on State Road 39. Just south of Old Welcome Road, Estrella drove off the roadway at […]
Continue ReadingTurkey Creek Middle teacher arrested for sexual battery
A Turk ey Creek Middle School teacher has been arrested for sexual battery of a minor. Megan Christine Connors, 30, of Brandon, had a romantic and sexual relationship with a 15-year-old male student during and after school hours, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Over time, the relationship progressed to kissing and allowing the […]
Continue ReadingThings to do in Plant City
With so many things to do at the Florida Strawberry Festival, from rides to games, livestock competitions to A-list entertainment, it’s hard to lose interest. But in case you find yourself outside of the festival grounds and in the heart of the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World, you should check out these local spots […]
Continue ReadingStrawberry Recipe: Strawberry-Balsamic Chutney
Strawberry-Balsamic Chutney Karen Elizabeth, Authentic Health Now This sweet-and-sour condiment is loaded with vitamin C and goes with just about anything. Try serving it over steamed vegetables or whole grains. INGREDIENTS 2 tsp honey 1 tbs balsamic vinegar 2 cups fresh or frozen/thawed strawberries, halved 2 green onions, chopped (1/4 cup) DIRECTIONS Warm honey in […]
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