At the Hillsborough County School Board meeting on July 14, Traci Durrance was appointed the new principal of Tomlin Middle School, effective July 20. Durrance is currently the assistant principal for administration and athletic director at Plant City High School, a position that she has held since 2009. Durrance began her career at PCHS in […]
Continue ReadingPlant City Creatives planning first art fest
In less than a year, Florida residents and visitors will be able to look past the major metropolitan cities for an immersion of arts and culture. David Gnage, who is co-owner at the curated boutique Plant City Mercantile in downtown, is hoping to bring local and national artists to Plant City for a spring 2016 […]
Continue ReadingPlanning commission: Visions Golf proposal inconsistent with city’s comprehensive plan
On July 1, the Hillsborough County Planning Commission sent a statement to the City of Plant City that said the proposed plans for development within the Walden Lake community are inconsistent with the city’s comprehensive plan. The plans were submitted by Visions Golf LLC., the company that owns the two 18-hole golf courses in Walden […]
Continue ReadingDescendants of Patriots
There’s a new patriot in town. Susan Burt was inducted into Daughters of the American Revolution this year. Burt’s sister, Marjorie Ferrer, did research on their ancestors for many months so both sisters could become members of the organization. “You have to prove your bloodline back to the person who originally got accepted,” Ferrer said. […]
Continue ReadingMoms go to summer school
After a long year of school and homework, most kids look forward to a summer of relaxation and rest. At Learn Tampa Bay in Plant City, founder Angelica Ibarra isn’t just hosting summer school for kids — she’s holding it for their mothers, too. The six-week program called “It’s Mom’s Turn to Go to Summer […]
Continue ReadingFamily, friends remember teacher
No student could attend Plant City High School without hearing about Leslie B. Rice. Mrs. Rice was the advanced placement language arts teacher at Plant City High School, a class she brought to the school and taught with extraordinary results. Mrs. Rice died Saturday, July 4, at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa after battling breast […]
Continue ReadingObituary: John Thomas Toranzo
John Thomas Toranzo, 49, of Plant City, died June 22, 2015 at South Florida Baptist Hospital. A native of Manhasset, New York, he was the son of Rene Toranzo and Clotilda Knights. Mr. Toranzo was a truck driver for Shivers Trucking and enjoyed cars. Mr. Toranzo is survived by his father, Rene Toranzo; mother, Clotilda; […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Pastor Jerald H. Dunn, Sr.
Pastor Jerald H. Dunn Sr., 83, of Bowling Green, died July 3, 2015. Pastor Dunn was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served in the Korean War. He ministered at First Baptist Churches of Ormond Beach, Avon Park and Winter Garden, Florida, Prichard, Alabama and Moultrie, Georgia; West Hillsborough Baptist in Tampa; East […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Robert “Pops ” O. Carter, Sr.
Robert “Pops” O. Carter Sr,. 80, of Plant City, died July 4, 2015. Mr. Carter was a cabinet maker for over 50 years. He attended Plant City Church of God. He loved his family, and he enjoyed playing golf. He is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria “Polly” Carter; children, Rhonda Stalvey (Robbie), Linda Salter […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Beverly Christensen Clair
Beverly Christensen Clair, 72, of Zephyrhills, died June 25, 2015. Ms. Clair was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zephyrhills. She is survived by her mother, Katheryn Christensen; brother, Charles L. Christensen (Kathy); nieces, Leslie Christensen and Kelly Benzrihem (Steve); and many other family and friends. A celebration of life will be held […]
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