A sinkhole has opened up in Seffner Wednesday, Aug. 19. It is the same sinkhole that swallowed a man in 2013.
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Top of the Town 08.18.15
Take a look at band camps at Plant City-area high schools. Find out the details about the new restaurant inside Walden Lake Golf & Country Club.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Plant City High School Band Camp
On Monday, Aug. 17, Plant City High School’s marching band performed drills for the upcoming marching season. This year, the band is under the direction of Joshua Blair. Although the band is starting out small at the beginning of the school year, the members are already making big sounds during practice.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: The Corner Store Paint and Sip
The Corner Store hosted its first Paint and Sip evening, where guests were taught to paint a picture while enjoying wine and hors d'oeuvres Friday, Aug. 14. The Corner Stores will be hosting another event by artist Mar Harrer next month, although a date hasn't been set. Follow The Corner Store on Facebook for updates.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: First Baptist of Midway Back to School Bash
First Baptist Church of Midway hosted a back to school bash Sunday, Aug. 16. The church was able to supply about 600 students with school supplies and fed about 1,600 parents and students. Students also had the chance to receive free hair cuts and play games. Courtesy photos.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Walden Lake Golf & Country Club Grill Soft Opening
On Saturday, Aug. 15, Walden Lake residents flocked to the soft opening of the Walden Lake Golf & Country Club’s grill. The re-opening of the grill is part of a series of improvements made by Lynn Archibald, the new manager of the Walden Lake Golf & Country Club. The soft opening, which was packed wall […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Durant High School Band Meet and Greet
On Saturday, Aug. 15, Durant High School band members performed the drills they learned in band camp for their friends and family. Parents were then invited to the field to learn a few basic marching steps, followed by a BBQ for all in attendance.
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Boo
Boo, an Anatolian L.G.D., loves to dress up. 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 contact information. […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Chris Chapline
During Chris Chapline’s walk around Walden Lake he spotted a roseate spoonbill. Chris 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 […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: WaterVentures comes to East County Family Resource Center
On Thursday, Aug. 13, the mobile science lab WaterVentures stopped at the East County Family Resource Center in Plant City. Kids were able to climb into the 53-foot semi truck and learn about recycling, water flow and the importance of aquifers through interactive exhibits. Contact Emily Topper at etopper@plantcityobserver.com
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