St. Clement Catholic Church is celebrating their 45th year of Make-your-Own Shortcake at the Florida Strawberry Festival and getting ready to serve their four-millionth shortcake.
Continue ReadingSheriff’s Office releases names in fatal Saturday stabbing
HCSO said James Meeks fatally stabbed Moses Wilson Saturday night.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest student arrested after threatening rape
Deputies arrested the boy Friday as the Jan. 31 incident is investigated.
Continue ReadingPlant City High School vandalized with threatening message
Authorities are investigating following the discovery of a spray-painted message threatening violence at the school.
Continue ReadingMidtown gets first development
A team of investors, including two local businessmen, is turning the old Sweetbay into an entertainment center.
Continue ReadingMan arrested near Walmart after chase and tasing
Christopher Lee Jones attempted to steal a cell phone case and spray a police officer with mace, but was stopped.
Continue ReadingOff-site parking at the Festival, what’s the deal with that?
All those lots and vendors outside the Festival’s grounds? Yup, they’re legit.
Continue ReadingFueling a french-fried fandom
For 80 years, Fiske Fries have been a staple of festivals and fairs across the country.
Continue ReadingCity moves ahead with community center plans
The multi-million dollar project would replace the shuttered MLK Rec Center.
Continue ReadingFest food to be featured on top-rated Cooking Channel Show
Carnival Eats will be filming at the Strawberry Festival for appearances on two episodes in season six.
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