A Plant City resident who allegedly stole $275,000 worth of jewelry has been released on bond, and much of the jewelry that he is thought to have pawned has not been found and returned to the victim. Michael Dwayne Edward, 45, was arrested Thursday, June 11, with charges that included grand theft, providing false information on […]
Continue ReadingMatriarch’s Milestone
The birthday bash of the summer is right around the corner. On July 12 from 1 to 4 p.m., Helen Parke, who helped start Parkesdale Farms with her husband, Roy Parke Jr., will be having her 90th birthday party at the Milton E. Hull Historical Armory Building, at the Florida Strawberry Festival fairgrounds. Parke, who […]
Continue ReadingWarnock appointed to Strawberry Festival board of directors
The Florida Strawberry Festival board has a new director. Pam Warnock was appointed to the festival board June 10. Warnock has served as an assistant director for 14 years. Among her duties, she served as the chairman of the information services committee and served on the livestock committee. Warnock also works on the human resources […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Robby Bryant
Robby Bryant, 28, of Thonotosassa, died June 24, 2015. He was born in North Carolina and was a longtime resident of Florida. He was a corporal with the United States Marine Corps. He was stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. He loved his family and enjoyed the outdoors. He is survived […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Michael Hansen
Michael Hansen, 38, of Plant City, died June 24, 2015 at South Florida Baptist Hospital. A native of St. Petersburg, Florida he was the son of Edwin and Mary Hansen. Mr. Hansen is survived by his beloved wife Teri Hansen; daughter, Emma Grace Hansen; brothers, Chris Hansen (Tracy) and Francesco Paolucci. A public gathering will […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Viola Brown
Viola Brown, 83, of Plant City, died June 23, 2015 in Salisbury, North Carolina. Mrs. Brown was a resident of Plant City for over 70 years before moving to Salisbury. She was a member of the Turkey Creek Church of God. She is survived by daughters, Sharon Lugabihl, Shirley Allen, Teresa Richardson (Bobby) and Brenda […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Margret H. Hackney
Margret H. Hackney, 78, of Plant City died June 24, 2015. She was a member of the Willow Oak Church of God. She is survived by sons, Michael Hackney (Sherry) and Ronnie D. Hackney; daughter, Donnie Hackney; brothers, Richard Binnion, Jimmy Binnion, Gene Binnion; sisters, Lib Alford, Shirley Ross, Irene King, Jodi McCain, Ruth Long; […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Georgia “Joy” Powell
Georgia “Joy” Powell “Granny,” 89, of Plant City, died June 26, 2015. She was a lunchroom cook at Pinecrest Elementary, having retired after 25 years of service, and was a member of the Red Hat Society. She loved her family, enjoyed cooking for Sunday family gatherings and fishing. She is survived by her daughters, Darlene […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Robert Lee Campbell
Robert Lee Campbell “Big Daddy,” 88, of Plant City, died June 22, 2015. He was born in Union County, Mississippi. He was a member of Northside Baptist in Plant City, and a member and past master of the Masonic Lodge #770 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was a retired supervisor with Procter and Gamble. He is […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Christine Kaiser
Christine Kaiser, 72, of Lakeland and formerly of Plant City, died June 23, 2015. She was born in Murphy, North Carolina. She is survived by her husband, Francis Kaiser; and many family and friends. A graveside remembrance was held June 30 at Hopewell Memorial Gardens. Family received friends at Hopewell Funeral Home. Online condolences may […]
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