Polly A. Copeland Polly A. Copeland, 78, of Plant City, born in Los Angeles, California on Oct. 15, 1941, entered into eternal rest on May 29, 2020. She was a resident of Plant City since 1987, and a member of Walden Lake Country Club. She was a graduate of USF with a degree in Communications […]
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Footsteps of Faith: ’Come to the light’
We must never forget the bravery first responders showed during the events of Sept. 11, 2001.
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We asked students, parents, teachers and other school faculty members on Facebook: What was the experience of the first week of students physically going back to school like for you? “Our kids had a great first week. Glad we chose brick and mortar.” — Sherry Crews “My daughter is freshman in PCHS. She had a […]
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Beverly ‘Joan’ Smith Beverly “Joan” Smith, 79, of Plant City, born on December 26, 1940, entered into eternal rest on August 24, 2020. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com. Georgiana ‘Georgie’ Casella Georgiana “Georgie” Casella, 84, of Brandon, born on December 8, 1935 in Brooklyn, New York, entered into Heaven on August 30, 2020. Expressions of condolence […]
Continue ReadingFirst Call hosts Banquet of Heroes event
The Aug. 29. first responder appreciation banquet combined virtual and in-person elements to give first responders and their supporters a night of love and appreciation.
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Plant City residents weighed in on the city’s decision to demolish the historic Reynolds Street post office building on the Plant City Observer Facebook page, sharing comments and memories. “I wish it made financial sense for someone to restore the post office. It’s got great character and is one of the few buildings in downtown […]
Continue ReadingDean’s Ride still taking sign-ups
It’s not too late to sign up for the Plant City Family YMCA’s annual fundraising bike ride, this time scheduled for Sept. 12.
Continue ReadingKids go back to school in 2020
Plant City-area schools opened their doors to their students this week and plenty of parents took photos to commemorate the start of a school year unlike any other. These photos were submitted to the Plant City Observer by parents on our Facebook page.
Continue ReadingCalling all pups: Coolest Dog contest has arrived
Local doggos have until Oct. 15 to strike a pose that will win the hearts of the community as they compete in the annual Coolest Dog contest.
Continue ReadingCommunity celebrates Margie Gonzalez
Gonzalez, best known for her 87 Miles for Smiles fundraising campaign, turned 90 on Tuesday and got a birthday surprise she won’t soon forget.
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