The colors are vibrant — turquoise, red and yellow — all smattered on a canvas. Papua New Guinea artist Jeffry Feeger attacks the slate, massaging the tints in a circular motion with his bare hands, palming the pigments to cover the space. Feeger looks like he is throwing caution to the wind. But what appears […]
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Bipolar teen to take stage at National America Miss Pageant
Nicole Bristol was surrounded by a voice. It screamed at her during class. It stalked her at night. The incessant sound was unrecognizable, plaguing her for months. Neither male or female, the Plant City High School student couldn’t make out what the voice was saying to her at first. Then it got worse. It began […]
Continue ReadingNEIGHBOR: Arden Mays Merckle
Arden Mays Merckle has a one-of-a-kind studio. Located off Evers Street in Historic Downtown Plant City, the foyer transports viewers into the elegant time period of Rococo. The lavish entrance features hand-painted faux marble columns, a crystal chandelier and forest murals on every wall. It’s no wonder the Bruton Memorial Library asked to feature his […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Phyllis D. Rose (Swisher)
Phyllis D. Rose (Swisher) died June 26 2013, at home, with her daughter by her side. Mrs. Rose was born May 9, 1932, in Hindsboro, Ill. She lived in Indiana, Connecticut, New Jersey and New York, before moving to The Meadows at CountryWood as a pioneering resident. She was an avid golfer, who achieved 12 […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Sylvia Monroe Murphy Prescott
Sylvia Monroe Murphy Prescott Sylvia Monroe Murphy Prescott, 69 died June 28, 2013. Mrs. Prescott was born Feb. 1, 1944, in Lakeland to the late James Monroe and Ruby Shiver Prescott. Mrs. Prescott retired from the Polk County School District, where she had been a custodian. She was affiliated with New Home Baptist Church, she enjoyed […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Walter Wayne Norquest
Walter Wayne Norquest, 93 of Dover, died June 30, 2013. Born Feb. 18, 1920, he was the husband of Shirley Jenkins Norquest, who survives. Survivors also include many nieces and nephews. Services will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome.com.http://ivedacorp.com/onlayn-zayavka-na-zaym-na-bankovskuyu-kartu.php
Continue ReadingObituary: Travis Dean Bronson Kinkade
Travis Dean Bronson Kinkade, 19, of Plant City, died June 25, 2013. Born July 11, 1993, in Brandon, he was the son of William Bronson and Brenda (Shayne) Kinkade White. Mr. Kincade loved anything outdoors — hunting, fishing and ATVs — and playing on his Playstation. Survivors include his son, Trenton Kinkade and Trenton’s mother, […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Nathaniel Tyler Hoxit
Nathaniel Tyler Hoxit, infant son of Melissa Murphy and Juan Hoxit, died June 14, 2013, at Tampa General Hospital. A gathering of family and friends was June 28, at Haught Funeral Home Chapel. Online condolences may be made at haughtfuneralhome.com.http://ivedacorp.com/onlayn-zayavka-na-zaym-na-bankovskuyu-kartu.php
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Church on the Rock VBS
Church on the Rock held their vacation bible school this week. Students were able to explore the world with the school’s traveling theme. Every night they had snacks from a different part of the world and learned dances. They also made crafts.
Continue ReadingObituary: Josefina Perez Rivera
Josefina Perez Rivera, 93, of Plant City, died June 21, 2013, at her home. Born April 12, 1920, in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Jose Perez and the late Maria Rivera. She was the wife of the late Silvestre Amador. Surviving include her sons, Roberto Amador, Gilberto Amador, Victor Perez, […]
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