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Around Town 7.30.20

July 30, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked teachers on Facebook: This school year is going to be unlike any other. How are you approaching and preparing for it? “I’m actually excited to see what this year brings. I think it will be nice to have a smaller class size and will push many of us to explore new avenues as […]

Around Town 7.23.20

July 23, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: If you believe there should be a season, what do you feel is the safest way for high school sports to return this fall? “I think it’s time to return to normal!! Our kids need this and for some it’s their last year. Start when school starts and be as safe as […]

Around Town 7.16.20

July 16, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: Today’s county Emergency Policy Group meeting will include a discussion about the group’s future. Should the EPG stay its course, disband and let the county commission take over or stay together but shift its focus to hurricanes? “Disband. Let each municipality take care of itself.” — Delicia C. Wallnofer “It should stay […]

Around Town 7.9.20

July 9, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: Would you prefer sending your kids back to school in the fall or enrolling them only in virtual classes, or do you have another idea for the school board to consider? “I think it’s very important for kids to get back to school. I’m very worried about them getting sick. I think […]

Around Town 7.2.20

July 2, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: On Monday, the EPG considered researching “alternatives to criminal penalties, good faith efforts that can be made by business operators to comply with the order (last week’s face mask ordinance) and ideas for shifting some of the responsibility for following the mandate to patrons.” What would you like for the EPG to […]

Around Town 6.25.20

June 25, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: What are your thoughts on Hillsborough County’s new mandatory face mask ordinance? “These comments are why we’re still dealing with such a high number of cases this far into it. Wear your mask, stop having parties and ignoring social distancing, stop taking your entire family to the store. Wash your hands. Maybe […]

Around Town 6.18.20

June 18, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: The Hillsborough County EPG is concerned about the state’s recent increase in positive COVID-19 tests. What actions do you believe the governor should take if the numbers don’t start to drop soon? “Nothing. It should be an individuals responsibility to keep themselves and their friends and family that would be at risk […]

Around Town 6.11.20

June 11, 2020 By Observer Staff

Many of our readers have been sharing their thoughts on Black Lives Matter protests and rallies held in Plant City on our Facebook posts. This is what readers had to say about last Thursday’s rally in Midtown and downtown. “Protest done right! This is the way it should be! People all around need to take […]

Around Town 6.4.20

June 4, 2020 By Observer Staff

Our reporters covered Tuesday night’s protest as it happened, and many of our readers weighed in on Facebook during the demonstration. “Social distancing went out the door.” — Brenda Camargo “Praying for peace for our city!” — Tammy Langdale “As long as y’all are peaceful I’m with you. But as soon as you commit a […]

Around Town 5.28.20

May 28, 2020 By Observer Staff

We asked Facebook: How satisfied or dissatisfied are you with Governor Ron DeSantis’ plan to reopen Florida and the steps taken so far?