Joyce Brown, 62, of Plant City, died Oct. 27, 2013. She was born in Tampa and was the daughter of Robert and Bessie Springer. Mrs. Brown graduated in 1969, from King High School, in Tampa. She was employed for 27 years at the Health Center of Plant City and was loved by everyone for her […]
Continue ReadingBREAKING: Police officer injured in motorcycle crash
One Plant City Police Department officer was taken to a local hospital today after a motorcycle crash. According to police reports, at about 1:15 p.m. Nov. 5, officer Kyle Russell was driving his police motorcycle southbound on Alexander Street, approaching Mud Lake Road. A second driver, who is not being identified at this time, turned left from Mud […]
Continue ReadingBREAKING: Lithia woman dies in State Road 39 crash
An 87-year-old Lithia woman died this morning from injuries she sustained in a car crash at State Road 39 and Holloway Road, in Plant City. According to Florida Highway Patrol reports, at about 9:05 a.m. Nov. 1, Mary Conrad Lane was traveling east on Holloway Road in a 2010 Buick Lucerne. At that time, Thomas […]
Continue ReadingLions Club to host health expo
The Lions Club of Plant City will host a safari-themed health expo this weekend. The Sight Safari and Healthy Adventure Expo will take place from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Arthur Boring Civic Center, 2406 W. Reynolds St., Plant City. The event will feature South Florida Baptist Hospital’s WOW van, vision […]
Continue ReadingThe times they are a-changin’
Don’t forget to reset your clocks this weekend. Daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. Sunday Nov. 3, giving everyone an extra hour to sleep in this weekend.
Continue ReadingCops Corner 10.31.13
The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Plant City Police Department. OCT. 14 FUNNY MONEY 1900 block of South Frontage Road. Counterfeit Bill. The customer advised officers he was given a counterfeit bill as change at the convenience store. The bill was confiscated and impounded.. LUCKY GUESS? 700 block […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Kim Bullard
Kim Bullard snapped this unique perspective of the beginning stages of Plant City’s beloved crop. The Plant City Times & Observer, State Farm Insurance agent Tony Lee and The Corner Store have partnered to host the I Love Plant City Photo Contest. Winners will have their photo featured and receive a $10 gift certificate […]
Continue ReadingCar washes to offer free service for vets
Grace For Vets, a national organization of car wash operators, will provide free car washes for veterans and service personnel on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Locally, two car washes will be offering the services: • Octopus Car Wash, 1503 S. Collins St. • Walden Lake Car Wash, 1414 S Alexander St. For more information, visit […]
Continue ReadingBryan to host tribute to veterans
Bryan Elementary School will host a program to honor U.S. veterans at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the school, 2006 W. Oak Ave., Plant City. For more information, contact Courtney McGarry, courtney.mcgarry@sdhc.k12.fl.us.
Continue ReadingChurch cracks open pecan sale
The Women of First Presbyterian Church of Plant City are selling fresh pecans. The five-pound bags, available as halves or pieces, cost $45 each. Orders can be place by calling the church office, (813) 752-4211. Customers can pick up their pecans from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, or from noon to 5 p.m. […]
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