Mimi Nguyen, of Tony Lee’s Plant City State Farm office, submitted this incredible photo. She calls it, “Busy Dragonfly Catching a Break.” 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 […]
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PHOTO GALLERY: Summer Rhapsody Concert
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church hosted the Arts Council of Plant City’s Summer Rhapsody concert Sunday night, featuring local group Riverside. The group rocked the chapel with performances over a variety of genres, from pop and classic rock to show tunes and more. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Arts Council’s Scholarship Fund and […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Taylor Goethals Car Wash Fundraiser
On Sunday morning, many Plant City residents were ready to “fight like a girl.” The Walden Lake Car Wash, working with volunteers from local businesses and the Lions Club, opened its doors from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise money for Taylor Goethals’ cancer treatments.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Church on the Rock VBS
Church on the Rock vacation bible school students had a fun time with a decorated stage complete with replica computers and the “bat phone.” Crafts, music, games and more were all part of the weeklong sessions.
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Eddie Lancaster submitted this image of a bee visiting a nearby flower for some nectar. 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 […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: 12th Annual Elvis Tampa Bay Festival
There was a little less conversation and a lot more rock ‘n’ roll at the 12th Annual Elvis Tampa Bay Festival July 19, at the Strawberry Festival Expo Hall The show featured plenty of Elvis memorabilia, a silent auction and, of course, hours of Elvis tribute performances. The event benefits the Children’s Home of Tampa […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Parkway Baptist Church VBS Kickoff Party
Parkway Baptist Church celebrated the beginning of its 2014 Vacation Bible School with a fun-filled kickoff party July 19, at the church. The party included carnival-style games, face-painting, inflatable bounce houses and a puppet show. This year, the church’s “Agency D3” VBS will take place from 9 a.m. to noon July 21 to 25. For […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Learning Center fire lesson
The students at Plant City Learning Center got a big red surprise on July 17, when a fire truck pulled up to the daycare. Captain Stacy Stearns, Chris Rodriguez and Steve Gunnin came out to teach the students about fire safety.
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Denise Williamson submitted this beautiful shot of a butterfly visiting a sunflower. She calls it, “Backyard Summers.” 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 […]
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Denise Williamson submitted this beautiful shot of a butterfly visiting a sunflower. She calls it, “Backyard Summers.” 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 […]
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