Get the 411 on the Girls Night Out event in Historic Downtown. See what students at Midway Baptist Church’s VBS were up to.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Summer Cheerleading Clinic at PCHS
Summer cheerleading camp at Plant City High School began on July 21 for kids aged four to 13. The PCHS cheerleading squad taught a clinic of dances, tricks and flips to girls of all ages in preparation for a showcase on July 22. Cheerleading coach Karen Snapp said that she has seen many girls who […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Parkway Baptist Church Vacation Bible School
Parkway Baptist Church is hosting its Vacation Bible School from July 19 to July 24. The camp is welcome to those in kindergarten through the fifth grade, with a theme of “Journey Off the Map.” Campers can enjoy games, crafts and music while learning about their faith.
Continue ReadingSLIDESHOW: PCTO’s Instagram turns 1
TheSweetBeat, Plant City Times & Observer’s Instagram, turned 1 this month. We celebrated by creating a Flipgram to look back on the many memories over the past year. Make sure to follow TheSweetBeat and use #TheSweetBeat for a chance to have your photos featured.
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Mr. Jose Cuervo
Mr. Jose Cuervo, 12, is an adventurous couch potato. He enjoys “talking” to the neighborhood squirrels, lizards and birds from the window behind “his” couch. 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 […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Liliana Martinez
Liliana Martinez snapped a shot of Courtney Paat, of the Paat State Farm Agency, exercising her horse, Bandit, after work in Plant City. “Although Plant City is expanding, our love is still true, the heart of Plant City is what keeps the skies blue,” Liliana says. Liliana wins a free car wash from Octopus […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: First Baptist of Midway VBS
First Baptist of Midway in Plant City began its Vacation Bible School on July 13. The program is SonSpark Labs. VBS runs until July 17, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Children in kindergarten through fifth grade are welcome to participate.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Leslie Rice Memorial
Students, alumni, faculty, family and friends gathered at Plant City High School to celebrate the life of teacher Leslie Rice over the weekend. A sea of orange and teal covered the gym’s bleachers. After a slideshow her family spoke, along with many teachers and students. Balloons were released into the air at the final closing. Photos by […]
Continue ReadingTop of the Town 07.14.15
Helen Parke, of Parkedale Farms, celebrated her 90th birthday with a community party Sunday, July, 12.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Church on the Rock Vacation Bible School
Church on the Rock began its SonSpark Labs Vacation Bible School on July 13. The program will run from July 13 to July 17, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The program is free, and children in kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to participate.
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