Elworth Lee O’Steen, 86, of Brandon, died June 15, 2014, at Dalaney Creek Lodge, in Brandon. Born July 23, 1927, in Plant City, he was the son of the late Christopher and Lorena Johnson O’Steen. He was the husband of the late Yvonne Trout O’Steen. Mr. O’Steen was a veteran of the U.S. Army and […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Charles Emory ‘Charlie’ Parker
Charles Emory “Charlie” Parker, 73, of Plant City, died June 17, 2014, at Melech House, in Temple Terrace. Born Sept. 1, 1940, in Tampa, he was the son of the late Charles and Dorothy Crum Parker. He was the husband of Glenda West Parker, who survives. Mr. Parker sang with the Centurion Gospel Quartet, was […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Juanita C. Warren
Juanita C. Warren, 89, died June 19, 2014, at her home, in Plant City. Mrs. Warren was a member of God’s Miracle Mission for more than 40 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, R.L. Warren; and daughter, Evelyn Warren. Survivors include two sons, Michael Warren and Robert Warren (Marilyn); three daughters, Louise […]
Continue ReadingResidents pour out support for Keel & Curley Winery
It was after 9 p.m. by the time Hillsborough County Zoning Hearing Master Steve Luce adjourned the first of two hearings of Keel & Curley Winery’s rezone request. But, by the end of the night, Joe Keel, his family and employees all left the Hillsborough County Center astounded by the support they received. “It was awesome,” […]
Continue ReadingPlant City Photo Archives to screen ‘The Loving Story’
Plant City Photo Archives & History Center Screening of “The Loving Story” — screening takes place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St. The screening is the third in the center’s film series, “Created Equal: America’s Civil Rights Struggle.” The documentaries include riveting new footage illustrating the history […]
Continue ReadingSummer Bucket List 2014
Sure, all the fun of summer season, typically, is reserved for the kids. Two-plus months out of school, coupled with long, warm and sunny days, makes for plenty of play time and none of the homework. But, that doesn’t mean the adults can’t have some fun, too. One year ago, we introduced our inaugural Summer […]
Continue Reading Who has the cutest critter?
Who has the most adorable pet in Plant City? The Plant City Times & Observer and Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present our Cutest Critter Contest! Entering is simple: Just submit a high-resolution photo (200 dpi or better) and a sentence or two about why your pet is the […]
Continue ReadingPlant City native now a dentist
Rodney Mackey Sr. and Valerie Mackey are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter, Dr. DeShaydia (Shay) Mackey, from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. Shay is a graduate of Durant High School and basketball standout, where she earned MVP honors for four years and received an academic scholarship to The […]
Continue ReadingWells Memorial wreaths a Plant City success
Wells Memorial and Event Center’s Memorial Day Wreath Project raised $260 for Plant City American Legion Post 26. The funeral home sold 16-inch wreaths and donated half the money raised to the post. The wreaths were displayed on the lawn outside the funeral home during Memorial Day weekend. “Thanks to the Plant City response to […]
Continue ReadingCops Corner 06.19.14
The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Plant City Police Department. MAY 9 GOING BALLISTIC 1100 block of East Cherry Street. Neighbor Problems. The complainant contacted the police department after his juvenile neighbor accidentally bounced a basketball into his yard. Officers responded and met with the complainant, who wanted […]
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