Hopewell Baptist Church, located on County Line Road, hosted its first day of Vacation Bible School on Monday, June 15 at 6 p.m. With a theme surrounding Mt. Kilimanjaro, campers enjoyed different indoor and outdoor activities while learning Bible lessons. The church was decorated to mirror a safari. The camp runs from June 15 to […]
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PHOTO GALLERY: Family remembers Stacey Parkerson
It’s been a year since Stacey Parkerson was hit and killed walking on the side of Sydney Road near her family’s home to a convenient store just yards away. About a dozen friends and family members gathered to remember the 40-year-old with a big heart. They walked to the strawberry field across from where she […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: KelliAnne
KelliAnne, a 6-year-old Jack russell/maltese mix, loves to snuggle on her pillows. She can be found next to whoever is available to give her some love. 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) […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Dale Kersch
These birds of prey watched Dale Kersch doing yard work. Parkesdale Farm Market provided a $15 gift certificate for this week’s I Love PC winner. Know for its strawberry milkshake and strawberry shortcake, Parkesdale is the place to go for a sweet treat, fresh produce and southern seasoning. The gift certificate can be picked […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Train Depot Field Trip
Kids R Kids child learning center from Valrico took a field trip the the Robert Willaford Train Museum and historic depot Tuesday, June 9. The students learned from Willaford himself about the donated artifacts in the museum and about railroad safety. Volunteer conductor Evan Gales gave the students a tour of the red caboose outside.
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Plant City and Strawberry Crest high schools held their graduation ceremonies Wednesday, June 3.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: YMCA Summer Camp 2015
YMCA campers enjoyed running around outside Tuesday, June 9, before heading off to their daily activities. The camp focuses on active kids being healthy and happy while enjoying both indoor and outdoor sports. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: O’Brien’s Third Annual Crawfish Boil
O’Brien’s Irish Pub & Grill was packed on Saturday, June 6. The popular Plant City eatery started its third annual crawfish boil at 2 p.m. Residents from all over the Tampa Bay area enjoyed Louisiana crawfish and live music before watching the Tampa Bay Lightning game. The bluegrass group Cotton Eye Does also performed.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: VBS Kick-Off at First Thonotosassa Missionary Baptist Church
Summer started with a bang at First Thonotosassa Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, June 6. Church families and friends of all ages celebrated the start of Vacation Bible School (VBS) with food, games and fun. Kids enjoyed inflatables, face paint and a water balloon fight from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. First Thonotosassa Missionary Baptist […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Wendy DePalo
Wendy DePalo took a picture of these juicy strawberries at Spivey Farms. Parkesdale Farm Market provided a $15 gift certificate for this week’s I Love PC winner. Know for its strawberry milkshake and strawberry shortcake, Parkesdale is the place to go for a sweet treat, fresh produce and southern seasoning. The gift certificate can […]
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