G.W. “George” Taylor, 75, of Dover, died July 27, 2014. He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Beverly; children, Pacer, Darrell, Mike (Sandi), Edwina (Ray), Becky (David) and G.W. Jr.; siblings, Vera Mae, Eston (Sue), Nancy, Myra, Gladys and Robert; 20 grandchildren; and […]
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BEST BET: Plant City Photo Archives & History Center Official Unveiling of the Plant City Sculptures Exhibit 2014
Plant City Photo Archives & History Center Official Unveiling of the Plant City Sculptures Exhibit 2014 — takes place at 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 28, at McCall Park, Historic Downtown Plant City. Sponsored by the City of Plant City; the Plant City Photo Archives & History Center; Arts Council of Plant City, Greater Plant City […]
Continue ReadingPlant City High grads embark on ‘Trip of Destiny’
Many great adventures have started with a dream or a concrete inspiration. This one started with a mass text. Having just graduated from Plant City High School, Jake Fortune wanted to go on a cross-country road trip with some friends. When he sent the text, three of his closest friends — fellow Eagle Scouts Isaac […]
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+ Arts Council of Plant City The Arts Council of Plant City will host its Summer Rhapsody at 5 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church, 302 N. Carey St. Tickets are $30. For more information and reservations, call Cheryl Worsham at (813) 973-1770. + Plant City Daybreak Rotary The Plant City Daybreak Rotary Club […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Louise A Balliet
Louise A. Balliet, 88, died July 18, 2014, at home. She was born March 10, 1926, in Plant City, to Joshua and Ethel (Bohannon) Aldermen and was lifelong resident of the area. She married Claude Balliet, who is deceased. Mrs. Balliet was a member of First Baptist Church of Dover. She was a loving, caring […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Edna Mae King
Edna Mae Rogers King, “Grandma King,” died July 17, 2014. Born April 28, 1927, in Plant City, Ms. King worked for 35 years at Hav-A-Tampa Cigar Company, in Tampa. Ms. King was also a volunteer for the Foster Grandparent Program in the Hillsborough County school system for 11 years and was known as “Grandma King.” […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Jane Oparowski
Jane Oparowski, 81, died July 15, 2014, in Sun City Center. She was born in Toledo, Ohio. Mrs. Oparowski was a school teacher and worked most recently with the children of the Guardian ad Litem Program for Florida. Mrs. Oparowski was very adventurous and enjoyed traveling, was a keen sailor and even became a private pilot […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Kenneth Ray Zody
Kenneth Ray Zody, 79, died on July 18, 2014, in Plant City. He was born March 22, 1935, in Nashville, Ind., to Howard S. and Sarah Alice (Robertson) Zody. He married Susie (Crabtree) on Dec. 23, 1956, at the Nashville Christian Church, in Indiana. Mr. Zody was a U.S. Air Force veteran who served for […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Parkway Baptist Church VBS Kickoff Party
Parkway Baptist Church celebrated the beginning of its 2014 Vacation Bible School with a fun-filled kickoff party July 19, at the church. The party included carnival-style games, face-painting, inflatable bounce houses and a puppet show. This year, the church’s “Agency D3” VBS will take place from 9 a.m. to noon July 21 to 25. For […]
Continue ReadingWEEKEND BEST BET: 12th Annual Elvis Tampa Bay Festival
12th Annual Elvis Tampa Bay Festival — takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 19, at the Strawberry Festival Expo Hall, 303 E. Lemon St. Show will feature memorabilia, Elvis performances, shows and contests. This event also benefits the Children’s Home of Tampa Bay. (813) 977-6011 or elvistampatcb.com.
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