By Michael Eng | Managing Editor The former president and treasurer of the Springhead Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association has been arrested for stealing money from the PTA’s bank account. Lisa Shirah, 34, turned herself into Lakeland Police Sept. 7. She faces 16 charges — including fraud, forgery and grand theft — for passing forged and unauthorized […]
Continue ReadingPlant City celebrates artist Ruby Williams
By Amber Jurgensen | Staff Writer Ruby Williams isn’t your traditional artist. She didn’t have classical training at some fancy art school. She doesn’t paint detailed landscapes or graceful portraits. In fact, you’re more likely to find Williams picking crops out in the field or selling produce out of her food stand off State Road […]
Continue ReadingLeaking pipe caused Silvermoon Drive damage
By Amber Jurgensen | Staff Writer A stormwater pipe on Silvermoon Drive in Walden Lake is leaking from high pond levels, causing the road to become saturated and distressed. Last week, three of the four barricades blocking both sides of the road were removed, leaving one remaining on the right side where the road is […]
Continue ReadingPlant City Sonic staff earns kudos
The Sonic Drive-In on James L. Redman Parkway has been keeping customers happy since it opened. Now, it can lay claim to being one of the best Sonic locations in the nation.
Continue ReadingCity commission approves tentative budget
By Michael Eng | Managing Editor The tentative 2012-13 budget sailed through Plant City commissioners at the first of two public budget hearings Sept. 10. Finance Director Martin Wisgerhof presented the $59,749,121 budget to the commission. He also proposed a 4.7157 millage rate, which remains the same as 2011-2012 despite the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser’s […]
Continue ReadingLions Club plans golf tourney
By Michael Eng | Managing Editor The Plant City Lions Club is ready to hit the links for its annual Charity Golf Tournament. This year’s tournament will begin at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 13, at Walden Lake Golf and Country Club, 2001 Clubhouse Drive. The tournament will begin with a noon shotgun start, and an awards […]
Continue ReadingRegistration open for Twirlettes
The Hillsborough County Twirlettes will be kicking off their 53rd year of classes with registration at two locations. Registration and classes will be from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays, at Shiloh Charter School, 905 W. Terrace Drive; and 4:45 to 5:15 p.m. Mondays, at The Foundation Christian Academy, 3955 Lithia Pinecrest Road, Valrico. All twirling classes are […]
Continue ReadingFire chiefs speak to Plant City Lions Club
Plant City Fire Rescue Chief David Burnett and Assistant Chief Eugene Schuler spoke about 9/11 and its aftermath at the Plant City Lions Club meeting Sept. 11, at Carrabba’s Italian Grill. Schuler outlined how the tragedy has changed life not only for American citizens but also for those in civil service.
Continue ReadingStrawberry Festival unveils 2013 theme
The Florida Strawberry Festival released this week its theme and artwork for the 2013 festival. Themed “Our Masterpiece of Fun,” the artwork depicts Plant City’s famous berry sporting a beret and holding a paintbrush. The festival runs Feb. 28 to March 10, 2013.
Continue ReadingSculpture contest winners announced
The Plant City Photo Archives & History Center and Hopewell Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens recognized the winners of the Plant City Sculptures Photo Contest during a reception Sept. 7.
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