Things got a little “freaky” at the end of Durant High School’s homecoming week. Students did whatever they could to look as crazy as possible, from boys wearing makeup to students in full costume.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Diamonds and Denim
The glittering fundraiser Diamonds and Denim took place Sept 26, at the Florida Strawberry Festival Expo Center. It has been the signature fundraiser for the foundation for 17 years. Attendees enjoyed the casual gala, which requires them to wear jeans instead of evening gowns and tuxedos. Sponsored by Advanced Care Hospitalists, Diamonds and Denim always […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Durant Spirit Day
Today was Durant’s spirit day for homecoming week. Students rocker their blue and gold in many forms including crowns, tutus, boas and class shirts.
Continue ReadingWinner: Jenifer Fiddelke
Jenifer Fiddelke submitted this photo of two of her daughters, Lily and Kate, at Painted Gaits Farm. “I call it, ‘Puttin’ on the Brakes,’” she says. The Plant City Times & Observer, State Farm Insurance agent Tony Lee and The Corner Store have partnered to host the I Love Plant City Photo […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Plant City vs. Durant Fan Shots
Of course, no high school football game would be complete without the raucous fans on both sides of the field. And this year, the Plant City and Durant faithful didn’t disappoint. Both Raiders and Chargers fans came out in droves for the annual James L. Redman Cup game, held Sept. 20, at Plant City High […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Pam Ciganik
ilove Pam Ciganik calls this photo, “Stadium Reflections.” “I took this photo of the Plant City Stadium during a VSI soccer match,” she says. The Plant City Times & Observer, State Farm Insurance agent Tony Lee and The Corner Store have partnered to host the I Love Plant City Photo Contest. Winners will […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Raulerson fundraiser
Supporters of Representative Dan Raulerson gathered at the home of Plant City Commissioner Rick Lott Tuesday, Sept. 17 to celebrate Raulerson’s success and raise funds for his next campaign. Among those in attendance was Mayor Mary Mathis, Plant City commissioners and Sheriff David Gee.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Leos Clubs Clown School
For students in Durant High School’s Leos Club, clowning is serious business. To help with their efforts, Plant City Lions Club Tail Twister David Vick and his wife, Shirley, corralled local balloon expert Jerry Crabb, aka Mr. BG, and face-painting guru Dianne McCarthy Sept. 14, to share their knowledge. Vick will host another clown school […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: 2013 Sonshine Opry
Gospel music fans flocked to the Florida Strawberry Festival Sept. 14, for the 2013 Sonshine Opry Gospel Music Festival. This year’s lineup included a mix of local, regional and national acts, including performers from Plant City Church of God, Harmoney Baptist, First Baptist Church of Dover, New Hope Worship Center, East Thonotosassa Baptist Church and […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Lowe’s Heroes Project
The colorful hallways of Everyday Blessings in Thonotosassa were filled with busy workers glueing, hammering and unrolling tubes of carpet as part of Plant City Lowe’s Heroes Project. Volunteers consisted of employees from the Plant City Lowe’s and contractors from Keller Interiors who work directly with Lowe’s. Each year Lowe’s allocates a specific amount of […]
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