Plant City Community Chorale performed a program called “Music Lifts Our Hearts” Saturday, April 18. The overall theme of the concert was love, in the midst of life’s emotions from sorrow to joy. The 27-member choir performed a variety of genres, from classical to gospel. For the first time, the choir sang a piece in […]
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Plant City softball wins district crown
Ashley Bullion described her Friday as being filled with jitters and heart palpitations, all in anticipation of the district championship game. Although the first inning didn’t do much to help the Plant City High coach there, she was fine by sunset. The Lady Raiders came roaring back in the second inning and captured the district […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Health and Fitness Challenge
The Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce hosted a Health and Fitness Challenge Friday, April 17, at Ellis-Methvin Park. Teams competed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in classic field games such as a sack race and tug of war, as well as more creative events such as a truck push and monkey bar course. […]
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Courtney Key has pedigreed rabbit babies from her rabbitry, all very sweet and lovable. “They just have faces that you possibly can’t say no to and ready to steal anyone’s heart in no time,” Key said. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present a weekly Cutest Critter Contest. Entering is […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Dan Middlebrooks
Dan Middlebrooks took this picture on Easter morning at his church, Hopewell Baptist Church. The Plant City Times & Observer and Grimes Hardware have partnered to host the I Love Plant City Photo Contest. Winners will have their photo featured and receive a $15 gift certificate to Grimes Hardware’s Strawberry Town Cafe! To enter, […]
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PHOTO GALLERY: Strawberry Crest Prom 2015
Strawberry Crest High held its prom in Tampa, like many other schools, but the students got a unique experience this year. The Florida Aquarium was the venue on Saturday, April 11, and the students were so amazed while walking the length of the exhibits that they almost forgot to dance.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: ‘Spring Thing’
The Downtown Business and Merchants Association hosted an outdoor market, called “Spring Thing,” Saturday, April 11. Local vendors sold their handicrafts, antiques and even fresh produce and baked goods. The market attracted a number of downtown shoppers who were already strolling through the historic streets, enjoying the bright, clear day.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Relay for Life 2015
Superheroes descended on Plant City for the annual Relay for Life walk at Plant City High School April 10 and 11. More than 70 teams and 800 participants raced around the stadium track to raise money to find a cure for cancer. Throughout the night there was entertainment, such as the Mr. Relay Pageant and […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Tank
Tank, the pure bred Cane Corso Italian Mastiff puppy, is a very big baby and a gentle giant. 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 […]
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