Clay, of all things, has always been a big part of Silvia Dodson’s life. It helped shape her childhood in Cuba and her family’s life in the United States. Now, it is part of the foundation of her service to the community. She wouldn’t have it any other way. Dodson’s commitment to success and service […]
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WONDER WOMAN: Verna McKelvin
Verna McKelvin stands in the family room of Wells Memorial and Event Center, surrounded by pictures of her life. An array of framed cross-stitches dot the walls. Beyond her, barrel-racing trophies sit on a table. The manager is used to planning other people’s funerals. But last weekend, she got the idea to mock her own. […]
Continue ReadingWONDER WOMAN: Yvonne Fry
It’s astounding that in the midst of her jam-packed schedule, Yvonne Fry could carve out time for an interview with the Plant City Times & Observer. Through her positivity, determination and concern for others, she has risen to leadership in numerous business ventures and organizations, and she is certainly one of Plant City’s most notable […]
Continue ReadingStrawberry Festival announces 2015 theme
The Florida Strawberry Festival announced today its theme for the upcoming 2015 festival. “Come Join the Party!” was selected by festival officials in honor of 2015 marking the event’s 80th birthday. “We wanted our theme this year to reflect the milestone of our 80th birthday,” said General Manager Paul Davis. “For 80 years our festival […]
Continue ReadingLocal filmmakers in talks to contract newest flick
For director Mills Cooper and producer Keith Williams, their newest film, “The Entrepreneur,” is all about following passions by stepping out on faith. Main character Jeffrey Thomas finds a way out of his dead-end life by starting up a successful car detailing business. Cooper and Williams find a way to share untold stories by shooting […]
Continue ReadingClub Hubbub 09.19.14
+ Plant City Lions Club South Florida Baptist Hospital President Karen Kerr was the featured speaker at the Plant City Lions Club meeting Sept. 9. She updated the members on new hospital happenings. Lion Frank Cummings was honored at the Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce’s contact breakfast. He won the Good Egg award for all […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Benito Lubrano Jr.
Benito Lubrano Jr. submitted this beautiful shot of a rainbow peeking out from behind the clouds. The Plant City Times & Observer and Grimes Hardware have partnered to host the I Love Plant City Photo Contest. Winners will have their photo featured and receive a $15 gift certificate to Grimes Hardware’s Strawberry Town Cafe! To […]
Continue ReadingObituary: John Samuel ‘Johnny’ Judah
John Samuel “Johnny” Judah, 66, of Plant City, died Sept. 10, 2014, at his home. Born June 27, 1948, in Plant City, he was the son of the late N. S. and Eunice Hill Judah. He was the husband of Linda Tussing Judah, who survives. Mr. Judah was a member of Westside Baptist Church and […]
Continue ReadingObituary: William Howard Witherspoon
William Howard Witherspoon, 74, of Plant City, died Sept. 10, 2014, at his home. Born Sept. 25, 1939, in Plant City, he was the son of the late Chester and Cenova Witherspoon. He was the husband of Mary Groves Witherspoon, who survives. Mr. Witherspoon was a long-distance truck driver for more than 50 years, and […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Virginia Harris Going
Virginia Harris Going, 79, of Plant City, died Sept. 16, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Jack Going; children, Peggy Pippin (Larry), Diane Keene, Debbie Solomon and David Trudell (Delta); siblings, Helen Kinman and Johnny Everidge; 10 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Don Going. […]
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