November 20 TAG TROUBLE 1100 block of Cason Street Stolen tag: This complainant stated someone stole his Florida tag from his 2019 Ford. The tag was entered into FCIC/NCIC. November 21 GOTCHA 2600 block of James L. Redman Parkway Felony warrant arrest: Officers received information from CIU on Nov. 20 regarding a sex offender with […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s on Kline’s Mind? 2020’s top fives: who makes the cut?
Though sports were cut short for many area athletes in 2020, the kids still deserve a shout-out. Which teams and athletes should make the cut for this year’s set of Plant City Observer top fives?
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 12.3.20
HCSO looking for info about PC-area shooting One man is dead following a shooting in Plant City on Nov. 25. Deputies with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office are attempting to discover what led to the shooting that occurred at a home in the 5000 block of Sydney Road. Around 9:30 p.m. deputies responded to South Florida […]
Continue ReadingAthlete of the Week: Korbin Dunkin
Korbin Dunkin is a versatile young athlete who plays football and competes in mixed martial arts.
Continue ReadingCommunity center gets basketball shooting machine
Funds raised by iImpact Plant City were used to purchase a basketball training device and 50 balls for use at the Sadye Gibbs Martin Community Center. A small unveiling ceremony was held Saturday morning.
Continue ReadingQuick Hits 12.3.20
Broome named OVC Freshman of the Week after debut Morehead State forward Johni Broome’s college basketball career only just started and he’s already getting recognition. Broome was named the first Ohio Valley Conference Freshman of the Week of the 2020-21 season after a series of three solid starts in which he averaged 14 points and […]
Continue ReadingAround Town 12.3.20
We asked Facebook: What’s on your Christmas wishlist this year? “I don’t want anything only for my daughter to be happy and shower her with presents!” — Ashley A. Barnes “For Covid to go away or something that cures it!” — Tiffany Jones “The city to stop over building and destroying the North side.” — […]
Continue ReadingCops Corner 11.25.20
November 13 LAWNCARE LARCENY 1010 block of Redbud Circle Burglary: This complainant stated someone stole miscellaneous tools from his shed sometime during the previous two days. Items stolen included a saw, a leaf blower, a weed whacker and more. November 14 SUSPICIONS CONFIRMED 2000 block of South Frontage Road Warrant arrest: Officers working a trespass […]
Continue ReadingFocus on Fitness: Working out at work
Whether you’re still in the office or forced to work remotely, you can still stay fit even if going to the gym isn’t always possible for you.
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City Winner: Toni Colon
Toni Colon snapped this beautiful sunset photo in Walden Lake earlier this month.
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