It’s astounding that in the midst of her jam-packed schedule, Yvonne Fry could carve out time for an interview with the Plant City Times & Observer. Through her positivity, determination and concern for others, she has risen to leadership in numerous business ventures and organizations, and she is certainly one of Plant City’s most notable […]
Continue Reading‘Family Feud’ to air episode starring local family
Since “Family Feud” first aired in 1975, viewers have enthusiastically played along with the TV and dreamed about a chance to win the grand prize. For one Plant City-based family — the Houstons — watching the show was not enough. They were determined to play live. Their endearing family bond and gregarious personalities landed Janet […]
Continue ReadingPCHS starts competitive arts program
For any students at Plant City High School who have goals of changing the world through their art, an opportunity has arisen this fall, and it is time to start working on those influential projects. Reflections is a competition for which students can submit their visual art, photography, literature, music composition, film production and dance […]
Continue ReadingCommunity garden takes root at Wilson Elementary
Nothing compares to fresh, seasonal produce, especially when it is accompanied by the satisfaction that comes with hard work. In Plant City, there is a new place where amateur farmers can grow their own crops: Wilson Elementary School. Karen Elizabeth, who is leading the project, began organic gardening decades ago, when her children were small. […]
Continue ReadingTurkey Creek alumni to gather at picnic
Pat Gibson Ballard has invited Turkey Creek High School alumni to a luncheon every fall since 2011. This year’s reunion will be Oct. 4 at the Strawberry Festival Grounds. Ballard first organized an alumni sock hop in May 2011. “Everyone enjoyed it so much that in November of that year, we had a picnic, and […]
Continue ReadingFlooding plagues residential street
A summer evening shower isn’t usually considered a disaster. Garden enthusiasts might welcome a chance to turn off the sprinklers for a day. And pool owners could appreciate the free water level boost. But for Wes Bayes and other residents of Magnolia Green, a neighborhood located about one mile east of the Turkey Creek Road […]
Continue ReadingFood trucks, farmers market to return this fall
Plant City commissioners approved two resolutions Sept. 8, designating food truck rallies and farmers markets as community events. The sponsors of these events hope to bring more visitors and consumers to the downtown district. Although the event sponsors will be working largely independently, they still have to make sure the city manager’s office approves most […]
Continue ReadingWalden Lake leaders introduce plans for park
The Walden Lake Community Association’s board of directors unanimously voted Sept. 15, to move forward with plans for a new park in place of the polo fields. Although the project is far from confirmed, the board has a design for the park and has agreed to obtain quotes and advice from civil engineering firms. Residents […]
Continue ReadingObituary: John Samuel ‘Johnny’ Judah
John Samuel “Johnny” Judah, 66, of Plant City, died Sept. 10, 2014, at his home. Born June 27, 1948, in Plant City, he was the son of the late N. S. and Eunice Hill Judah. He was the husband of Linda Tussing Judah, who survives. Mr. Judah was a member of Westside Baptist Church and […]
Continue ReadingObituary: William Howard Witherspoon
William Howard Witherspoon, 74, of Plant City, died Sept. 10, 2014, at his home. Born Sept. 25, 1939, in Plant City, he was the son of the late Chester and Cenova Witherspoon. He was the husband of Mary Groves Witherspoon, who survives. Mr. Witherspoon was a long-distance truck driver for more than 50 years, and […]
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