Sarah Machell’s 8-year-old toy poodle, Samson, wears pajamas. She has had him since he was just a few months old. “Even though he’s a bit of a grumpy old man sometimes, he’s the best dog I could have hoped for (just don’t tell his sister Roxie, my pit/lab rescue),” Sarah says. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital […]
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PHOTO GALLERY: Strawberry Crest Graduation
Strawberry Crest High School held its graduation Wednesday, June 3, at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. Four seniors graduated with top honors, including two seniors from the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. Congratulations, Chargers, on this major milestone.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Plant City High School Graduation
Plant City High School celebrated graduation Wednesday, June 3, at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. This was the last graduation led by Principal Colleen Richardson, who is retiring at the end of the school year after 31 years. Over 40 percent of the graduating class earned honors, and 89 percent are continuing their education […]
Continue ReadingTop of the Town 06.02.15
Durant kicks off graduation season in Plant City. LidWorks celebrates its 30-year anniversary.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: LidWorks celebrates 30th anniversary
Local company LidWorks hosted their 30th anniversary party May 30 at Courier field. Employees and their families celebrated the company’s success while learning about ways to help the environment. Attendees learned about composting and recycling, and also made their own earth-friendly crafts. Congratulations, LidWorks, on 30 years of success in Plant City.
Continue ReadingWinner: Garry Cohen
Garry Cohen took this picture of a magnificent display of pickerelweed in full bloom. It is an aquatic plant and a fine example of the diverse flora found in Plant City. Being adjacent to his property, it provides a great scene for meditation.
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Fox
Fox is 13 years old and diabetic. He has to have insulin injections each day to help regulate his sugar levels. He is such a sweet boy and pretty cute, if you ask his mama, Robyn Baker.
Continue ReadingRead Everywhere: Utah
UTAH. Some residents never leave home without staying in touch with their hometown happenings. Deanna Rollyson, Debbie Hawkins, Jerri Lynn Gregory and Dana Carpenter took the Plant City Times & Observer all the way to Park City, Utah, for this photo op. Snap a photo of you with the paper at your destination of choice […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Durant High School Graduation
Durant High School held its graduation for the class of 2015 on May 27 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in the Exposition Hall. The motto for the graduating class was, “Our lives are before us, our pasts are behind us but our memories are forever with us.” Congratulations to the class of 2015, and best of […]
Continue ReadingTop of the Town 05.29.15
Memorial Day service was held at the Plant City American Legion Post 26. Durant, Strawberry Crest and Plant City high schools held end of the year senior celebrations.
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