When visitors and tourists walk into the Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce, their most frequent request is for a map of Plant City. The chamber has a few maps, but the supply is dwindling. And some of the information on the maps is outdated. The current maps were printed in 2009, and the chamber […]
Continue ReadingSPRING FEVER: Flowering into Spring
The fields at the Futch ranch are already growing green again, but this time, it’s not in preparation for the Fox Squirrel Corn Maze festival. Instead, the Futches are offering a new event this season that promises to be as fresh and fragrant as the spring air. The family’s field is going to be covered […]
Continue ReadingSPING FEVER: Pollinator Paradise
Where would Plant City be without pollinators? Certain crop plants, such as squash and cucumber, would never bear fruit. The Garden Club would probably cease to exist, and the downtown farmers’ market certainly would not have sweet, local honey for sale. This spring and summer, when you are enjoying the great outdoors, don’t forget to […]
Continue ReadingSPRING FEVER: Allergy Tips & Your Health
Spring is a great season to go outdoors and enjoy the recreational activities that might have been put on hold over the winter. But there are certain health concerns that might inhibit you from getting out there and marveling at the world as it comes back to life. South Florida Baptist Hosptial is a great […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Beatrice G. Bootman
Beatrice G. Bootman, 82, of Plant City, died April 24, 2015. She is survived by her loving family.
Continue ReadingObituary: Kenneth Randall Watson
Kenneth Randall Watson, 66, of Plant City/Lithia, died April 22, 2015, at Tampa General Hospital. He was a longtime resident of the Plant City/Lithia area and a retired Boilermaker, Local 433. He loved his family, Keaton Beach, fishing, scalloping and hunting. He was a beloved husband, father and friend. He is survived by his wife, […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Edna Lee Stutler
Edna Lee Stutler, 89, of Plant City, died April 22, 2015, at the Health Center of Plant City. Mrs. Stutler was a member of the Church of Christ and enjoyed fellowship and Bible study. She is survived by her sons, Denver J. (Jeannette) Stutler and Gary E. (Mary) Stutler; sister, Eva Cain; grandchildren, Denver J. […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Letha Slaton
Letha Slaton, 91, died April 27, 2015, in Plant City. Mrs. Slaton moved from Kentucky to Florida in 1958. She was a longtime member of Whitehurst Road Baptist Church and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by sons, James Dewey Slaton (Ruth), Anthony Russell Slaton (Pam) and Darol Wayne […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Barbara Sandifer Powers
Barbara Sandifer Powers, 57, of Plant City, died April 20, 2015, in hospice care, after her courageous, three-and-a-half year battle with cancer. Mrs. Powers was born June 24, 1957, in Bartow. She grew up in Lithia and graduated from Plant City High School in 1975. She attended Hillsborough Community College. She was active in many […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Jack L. Pettis
Jack L. Pettis, 79, of Plant City, and born in Tampa, died April 25, 2015, surrounded by his family at home. Mr. Pettis served in the U.S. Navy for 10 years, later retired from Cargill and then worked as a commercial real estate agent until his illness. He loved hunting, golfing and being with his […]
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