Paul Snider, Vince Wise, Billy Harvester and Dylan Cowart were sworn into the Plant City Police Department on Friday, March 27. Police Chief Ed Duncan didn’t hesitate to let the officers know how valued they are. “Do not think for one minute that we took your applications lightly,” Duncan said. “I have high expectations for […]
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PHOTO GALLERY: An Evening of Picture Perfect Memories
Al Berry was honored at the Photo Archives and History Center’s annual “An Evening of Picture Perfect Memories” Thursday, March 26. Berry has been a radio personality, a Florida Strawberry Festival director for 43 years, Outstanding Citizen of the Year, served as president of the Strawberry Festival, Plant City Lions Club, Dover Civic Club and the […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Linda Hunter
Linda Hunter calls her photograph “Baby Face.” The adorable calf is taking an afternoon siesta. 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 […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: 2015 Spring Youth Fishing Derby
The Plant City Recreation & Parks Department wanted to honor T.J. Vail’s memory with its most recent Youth Fishing Derby, and it couldn’t have picked a better day. Fishing conditions were perfect the morning of Saturday, March 21, and 67 young anglers were rewarded with biting bass, catfish, perch and more. After the event wrapped […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Night of Rockstars
For World Down Syndrome Awareness Day, a group of Plant City residents just wanted to throw a party. That’s exactly what they did with the “Night of Rockstars” event at the barn on DeShong Dr., held Saturday, March 21. At the free event, hosted by the No Limits group, guests danced the night away and […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Fancy Farms U-Pick
Plant City residents craving fresh fruit couldn’t have asked for a better day on Saturday, March 21, when Fancy Farms opened up the grounds for a U-Pick. The farm, which is located on County Line Rd., was packed with guests even half an hour before its official 8:30 a.m. start time. The proceeds from the […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Blueberry Queen, Misses
The third annual Blueberry Queen Pageant was held Saturday, March 21, at Keel and Curley Winery in Plant City. Girls competed in seven age groups for the titles of queen, first maid and the “fan favorite.” The queens will reign over the 2015 Tampa Bay Blueberry Festival at the winery. The 2015 Miss Blueberry Queen […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Blueberry Queen, Teens
The third annual Blueberry Queen Pageant was held Saturday, March 21, at Keel and Curley Winery in Plant City. Girls competed in seven age groups for the titles of queen, first maid and the “fan favorite.” The queens will reign over the 2015 Tampa Bay Blueberry Festival at the winery. In the teen division, Kayla […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Blueberry Queen, Preteens
The third annual Blueberry Queen Pageant was held Saturday, March 21, at Keel and Curley Winery in Plant City. Girls competed in seven age groups for the titles of queen, first maid and the “fan favorite.” The queens will reign over the 2015 Tampa Bay Blueberry Festival at the Winery. In the preteen division, Gracie […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Kora
Kimberly Singletary’s dog, Kora, is a Siberian husky with super blue eyes. She loves to make her humans laugh by making silly faces at them. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present a monthly Cutest Critter Contest. Entering is simple: Just submit a high-resolution photo (200 dpi or better) and […]
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