Hopefully contenders gathered on the stage of the Hillsborough County Fair Sunday, Oct. 25, for the Children’s Harvest Pageant. There were six categories for three judges to make their marks on. Sophia Kormondy, Scott Curtis, Analyse Garcia, Bridget McLaughlin, Madison White and Gabriella Perez won their crowns.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Cracker Country Feast
The Daybreak Rotary Club hosted its annual Country Cracker Feast Friday, Oct. 23, at the home of George and Cassandra Banning in Walden Lake. The fundraiser for the United Food Bank of Plant City included a Cajun-inspired meal, drinks, a raffle and silent auction.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Biertoberfest 2015
It wouldn’t be October in Plant City without Keel and Curley Winery’s annual Biertoberfest festival. The 2015 edition of the craft beer festival saw brewers from all over Central Florida offer their newest and best beers to thirsty guests, as well as an area for vendors to sell their goods and a musical performance by […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: The 22nd Annual Hillsborough County Fair
The Hillsborough County Fair was buzzing with people on Saturday, Oct. 24. In addition to the daily events, attendees were also able to enjoy rides, making their own scarecrows and watching the Swine Sale. The fair will run again from Thursday, Oct. 29, to Sunday, Nov. 1. Contact Emily Topper at etopper@plantcityobserver.com.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Red Ribbon Rally at Knights Elementary School
Knights Elementary School students decked out in red from head to toe on Friday, Oct. 23. The students gathered outside to march in an anti-drug pep rally, showing off handmade drug-free posters. Following the pep rally, students went to different exhibits. Amy Haney helped organize the event. Contact Emily Topper at etopper@plantcityobserver.com.
Continue ReadingCutest Critter: Bandit
Bandit’s his name, a good nap in any position is his game. This was taken at 12:30 p.m. — obviously he’s on lunch break from his “ruff” guard duty job at the house. Turkey Creek Animal Hospital and Animal Wellness Center have partnered to present a weekly Cutest Critter Contest. Entering is simple: Just submit […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Rachel Bonneval
Rachel Bonneval took this photo during an evening stroll with her family at Dr. Hal and Lynn Brewer Park. Rachel wins a free car wash from Octopus Car Wash. She can claim the wash with an ID at Octopus Car Wash, 1503 S. Collins St. Do you have a picture that sums up the […]
Continue ReadingVOLLEYBALL: Durant wins district crown
Brittany Wade now has 100 wins and three district titles to her name, following Thursday’s big win over Strawberry Crest. In her own words, this made her feel “insane.” The good kind of “insane,” that is. “Only my team knew, and my mom knew, that it was my 100th win,” Wade says. “But (the Lady […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Felton’s Fall Concert at Marshall Middle School
Marshall Middle School band students rocked the audience on Thursday, Oct. 22, as part of Felton’s Fall Concert. The jazz and symphonic bands played, followed by a finale by the Wind Ensemble. All three bands were led under the direction of Jay DeDon. Contact Emily Topper at etopper@plantcityobserver.com.
Continue Reading2015 Gridiron Report: Week 9
The Plant City Times & Observer brings you another installment of our 2015 weekly podcast, the Plant City Times & Observer Gridiron Report, breaking down high school football match-ups in the Plant City area for the entire 2015 season. Sports Editor Justin Kline is the host of the podcast, which features a weekly “Game of […]
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