From 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, a prayer vigil was held at Springhead United Methodist Church in Plant City. The vigil included a potluck on Friday night, and an ice cream social on Saturday. The Rev. Dr. Patrick C. Elmore, who led the vigil, encouraged attendees to pray for […]
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PHOTOS: Middleton 14, Strawberry Crest 13
Strawberry Crest nearly picked up its first win of the season Friday night, but the Middleton Tigers proved to be too athletic in the end. The Tigers (2-1) traveled to Crest (0-3) and, after falling in a 13-7 hole, managed to score on a 12-yard touchdown pass with 6:46 to play in the game. Crest […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Milton
Puppy Milton is the cutest dachshund around. He loves to snuggle, chew things he shouldn’t and bark at squirrels. His mom, Katelyn Hall, says he’s a sweetheart. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present a weekly Cutest Critter Contest. Entering is simple: Just submit a high-resolution photo (200 dpi or […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Daniel Gallegos
Daniel Gallegos says, “Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” Daniel wins a free car wash from Octopus Car Wash. He can claim the wash with an ID at Octopus Car Wash, 1503 S. Collins St. Do you have a picture that sums up the personality of Plant City? To enter the I […]
Continue Reading2015 Gridiron Report: Week 3
The Plant City Times & Observer brings you another installment of our 2015 weekly podcast, the Plant City Times & Observer Gridiron Report, breaking down high school football match-ups in the Plant City area for the entire 2015 season. Sports Editor Justin Kline is the host of the podcast, which features a weekly “Game of […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: First Responders Contact Breakfast
On Wednesday, Sept. 9, the Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce hosted a contact breakfast for first responders. The breakfast, which was sponsored by Mosaic’s Plant City facility, included guest speaker Maj. Kyle Richardson. First responders from Plant City Fire Rescue and the Plant City Police Department were also in attendance. Contact Emily Topper at […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Women’s Club Fall Kickoff Meeting
The Women’s Club of Plant City held their fall kick-off meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the Women’s Club building on 1110 N. Wheeler St. At the meeting, club members discussed ongoing community projects, as well as upcoming events and fundraisers. Each board also gave updates, and the meeting was concluded with a salad luncheon. […]
Continue ReadingFOOTBALL: Plant City 23, Jefferson 14
Plant City picked up its first regular-season win of the Greg Meyer era, a 23-14 classic over Jefferson. After the Dragons (0-2) got on the board with a six-yard rushing touchdown late in the first quarter, Markese Hargrove and the Raiders (1-1) answered back. The senior running back scored the first of his two touchdowns […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Danielle Vinciguerra
Quack, quack. Danielle Vinciguerra took this picture in Walden Lake. Danielle wins a Grimes Hardware Strawberry Town Cafe gift card. She can claim the card with an ID at Strawberry Town Cafe, 3161 Paul Buchman Highway. Do you have a picture that sums up the personality of Plant City? To enter the […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Kenobi
Kenobi is a redbone/coon hound mix rescue from the SPCA. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present a weekly 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 cutest. Include your name and […]
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