By Emily Topper and Abby Baker For Dennis Pawlowski, hunting is about more than sport. The activity has become a lifestyle and a spiritual journey. “I don’t go into the woods just to get a kill,” Pawlowski said. “I like to see the stars and hear the sounds of the woods.” Pawlowski, the founder of […]
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Hunter’s Habitat: The Best Places to Hunt
Plant City residents love hunting in Florida, but experienced hunters don’t limit their sport to one location. Reporters from the Plant City Times & Observer hit the streets of the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World to ask some of the city’s experienced hunters their favorite spots from around the nation. HAINES CITY, FLORIDA The […]
Continue ReadingHunting: A demonstration of sacrifice
My expectations for my upcoming bear hunting trip are very low. I will be surprised if I even see a bear. I’m just looking for some camaraderie with friends. Most of the people that are going out there to hunt, like me, haven’t had any experience hunting bears in the past. It’s all new to […]
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By Eric Thompson Raider Review staff hit the halls of Plant City High School to ask students a little about themselves. Will we spot you around campus next? What do you enjoy the most about Plant City High School?
Continue ReadingRAIDER REVIEW: PCHS students’ art on display
By Eric Thompson | Raider Review Staff Plant City Mercantile is hosting an art gallery showing of students’ work for the Plant City High School PTSA “Reflections” art competition from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, and Wednesday, Oct. 21. Students and the public are invited to attend. Reflections, the National PTA’s cornerstone arts […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: PCHS Calendar Guy
Some of Plant City’s most talented young men competed to be on the calendar cover Saturday night, but only Calvin Richardson got that honor. Richardson and 13 of his classmates introduced themselves to the audience by showing off their talents. This included lip syncing, 80s rock drumming and appearances by Spider-Man and Michael Jackson. CONTESTANTS: […]
Continue ReadingPCHS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Plant City High School celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month by holding a Hispanic Heritage Day Thursday, Oct. 15, in the atrium. Students were able to try traditional cuisine from different Latin and Hispanic countries. There was also music, which brought out the the theme of the event. National Hispanic Heritage Month ran from Sept. 15 […]
Continue ReadingPCHS students prepare for Redman Cup football game
By Eric Thompson | Raider Review staff With Plant City High School’s rivalry game against Durant approaching, Plant City students couldn’t have a normal pep rally. Before Wednesday, Oct. 14, pep rallies had to be split into two separate events to seat all of the students. With over 600 freshmen this year, the entire student […]
Continue ReadingDancing with the Locals: Megan Mayo-Sewell and Marshal Sewell
Editor’s Note: Dancing with the Locals is a charity fundraising event for the Noon Rotary Club of Plant City. Each year, eight to 13 couples compete in the competition for two awards: best dancers and most money raised. Megan Mayo-Sewell has danced in front of crowds before but always with a competitive dance team by her […]
Continue ReadingDancing with the Locals: Darry and Heather Dykstra
Editor’s Note: Dancing with the Locals is a charity fundraising event for the Noon Rotary Club of Plant City. Each year, eight to 13 couples compete in the competition for two awards: best dancers and most money raised. Heather Dykstra’s day starts at 4 a.m. and doesn’t slow down until mid-afternoon. But between being a mom, […]
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