Every year around Christmastime, members of the Hillsborough County Junior Cattlemen’s Association do a community service project, which usually involves providing gifts and meals to a family in need. But this year, as one of their beloved leaders, Susan Harrell, fights lymphoma, the students are doing something a little bit different. “The students wanted to […]
Continue ReadingPCHS student collects Christmas gifts for veterans
Patients at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa will have something to look forward to this Christmas season, thanks to Blake Stafford, a senior at Plant City High School. Stafford is organizing a collection of Christmas gifts for veterans. He hopes not only Plant City will jump on board, but also other residents across […]
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: Closer to Home
There was one particular May day during the Vietnam War that Plant City native Ralph Bradley will never forget. As North Vietnamese fighters approached, they begun dropping bombs on an airstrip near where Bradley was positioned. Bradley and another soldier dug a foxhole and took cover. “Me and my buddy that were in the foxhole, […]
Continue ReadingWinn-Dixie recognized for local ag support
The Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association selected Winn-Dixie as Merchandiser of the Year at a ceremony Sept. 18, honoring the company for its dedication to supporting local agriculture. Winn-Dixie stores throughout Florida sell produce from 60 Florida farms. From six Plant City farms, Winn-Dixie offers strawberries, blueberries, vegetables and canteloupes, as well as from others […]
Continue ReadingObituary: William P. Christian
William Paul Christian, 68, born in Syracuse, New York in 1946, died Oct. 28, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Barbara J. Christian; children, Casey W. Christian (Tonya), Ryan P. Christian (Donna), Jamie E. Gevedon and Maxwell J. Christian; grandchildren, Courtney, Bryar, Jacob, Trey and Sam; and brother, Steven Christian (Valerie), […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Jeanne Ann Giberti
Jeanne Ann Giberti, 92, of Plant City, died Oct. 29, 2014. Along with her husband of 58 years, Bill, she is preceded in death by parents, William Gledhill and Grace Kelly Gledhill Basta; step-father, Felix Basta; brother, Don Basta; son-in-law, Roger W. Ayers; granddaughter, Courtney Liann Giberti; and her in-laws, Charles and Margaret Giberti, whom […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Joan L. Royston
Joan Lorraine Royston, 88, died Oct. 27, 2014, in Sun City Center. Mrs. Royston is predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Donald W. Royston. She was born in Dallastown, Pennsylvania, to Roman and Hildegard (Ehehalt) Wagman. Condolences may be offered at www.wellsmemorial.com.
Continue ReadingObituary: Belva S. Lamb
Belva Stalvey Lamb, 92, died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014, of natural causes. She was born Aug. 21, 1922, in Plant City, and went to Lakeland as a child. Mrs. Lamb was a homemaker, and a member of New Home Baptist Church. She enjoyed being with family and friends and having family reunions. She was known […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Charlotte A. Allen
Charlotte A. Allen, 92, of Plant City, died Oct. 24, 2014. Ms. Allen was born to Roy and Viva (Griffin) Alexander. She is survived by her loving family. Condolences may be offered at www.wellsmemorial.com.
Continue ReadingObituary: Ruth M. Brown
Ruth M. Brown, 84, of Plant City, died Oct. 28, 2014, at her home. Born July 15, 1930, in Atlantic, Idaho, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Milda Hass Pieken. She was the wife of Howard Brown for 62 years; he survives. Ruth was a member of Hope Lutheran Church and was […]
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