Blessin named Thompson Player of the Year Ashley Blessin received one of the top softball awards in Hillsborough County on May 16. Blessin won the 2019 Jack and Barbara Thompson Hillsborough Softball Player of the Year award for another outstanding season on the mound for Plant City High School. The senior won 20 games (22 […]
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City Winner: Susan Gedney
Susan Gedney wins this week’s I Love Plant City photo contest.
Continue ReadingIt’s Read Everywhere: Colorado
Chelsea Hall and Dan Lauer brought the Observer to Colorado for their wedding.
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Tax-free holiday for storm supplies Get ready for hurricane season with seven days of tax-free shopping. From May 31 through June 6, Floridians can purchase generators, gas cans and other items considered essential to help weather a storm, without having to pay sales tax. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute offers several tips for those looking […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s on Kline’s Mind? How to help someone lose weight with next to no effort
Franco Donadelli’s weight loss journey is further proof that one of the best ways to help someone stay motivated is to use your eyes.
Continue ReadingFocus on Fitness: A better version of yourself
Franco Donadelli has worked hard to lose 70 pounds and get in the best shape of his life.
Continue ReadingAthlete of the Week: James Gray
James Gray helped the 12U Raiders make the GSA Stars and Stripes Slugfest VI championship last weekend.
Continue ReadingIt’s Read Everywhere: Dubai
Rose Marie Smith and Elizabeth Lawton visited Dubai in April and brought a copy of the Observer with them when visiting landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City Winner: Kathy Flemister
Kathy Flemister recently spotted this wildflower while walking along Cowart Road and stopped to take a photo. She wins this week’s I Love Plant City photo contest.
Continue ReadingMartin’s Place keeps Plant City on cutting edge of hair style
The salon has been a downtown fixture for nearly 21 years.
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