A news article ran in the Plant City Observer two weeks ago that officers of the Plant City Police Department (PCPD) had raised more than $5,800 from its “Back the Beard” fundraiser and used the money to purchase toys and gifts for local children and families. When Thonotosassa residents Andy and Patti-Ann Storch read the […]
Continue ReadingFirst-Ever Bull Bash & Country Music Festival Coming to Hillsborough County Fairgrounds in January
Get your tickets now to catch this mash-up of live musical entertainment and adrenaline-fueled bull-riding fun.
Continue ReadingCouple Makes Donation of Bikes To “Back the Beard” Campaign
Andy and Patti-Ann Storch, whose life was saved in May after a sudden cardiac arrest, donated the bikes in honor of the men and women who contributed to her miraculous recovery.
Continue ReadingSolid Waste Holidays 2024
Don’t put your trash out on these holidays because it won’t be picked up.
Continue ReadingA special visitor walked into Marshall Middle Magnet
It was a tearful reunion when Army Private First Class Ethan Muller, 19, surprised his younger brother Eli at Marshall Middle Magnet School.
Continue ReadingAvelo Airlines To Take Flight In Lakeland in 2024
Plant Citians will soon have another option for air travel (and a shorter commute to the airport).
Continue ReadingFind Respite From Cold Weather At Local Shelters
All shelters will take in guests from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. unless they reach capacity prior to that time.
Continue ReadingPlant City Man Receives Four Life Sentences for Horrific Acts Against a Minor
Rudolfo Palermo will spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 12.14.23
News briefs for the week include new playground equipment, recognition of an assistant principal’s hard work and more.
Continue ReadingHCPS Appoints Kristin Willis as Bailey Elementary School Principal
Effective Dec. 11, Kristin Wells takes helm at Bailey Elementary School.
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