Paul Daily was no stranger to horses, but one day, in 1997, as he watched a wild horse buck and run in a fit of unruliness, he felt the call of God. “It became clear that I had been running from God,” Daily said. “I wanted to make this horse something of value, just like […]
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Got a love story fit for Hollywood?
Was it love at first sight? Did you overcome some awesome obstacle to be with your spouse? Maybe your parents have a love story that rivals Hollywood’s best flicks. If so, we want to hear from you! The Plant City Observer is planning a special edition for Valentine’s Day, and we want to hear your […]
Continue ReadingJOSHING AROUND: God’s love is the ultimate academy award
Several years ago, I played a small part in the movie, “Why I Got Married, Too,” directed by Tyler Perry. Although it has been a while, I am still not 100% sure how to describe the experience. In my past, I had been an extra in a few films and knew how to blend in […]
Continue ReadingObituaries 01.24.13
Adam Christopher Bowman Adam Christopher Bowman, 21, of Plant City, died on Jan. 17, 2013. Born June 3, 1991, in Syracuse, N.Y., he was the son of Ray Bowman and Lisa Klosheim Bowman. Mr. Bowman was 2009 a graduate of Durant High School. He enjoyed playing guitar, writing poetry, karaoke and playing pool. Survivors include […]
Continue ReadingDavid Hawthorne remembered for revitalizing downtown
Plant City can’t talk about its downtown revitalization without mentioning the work of David Hawthorne and his wife, Vicki. Mr. Hawthorne, responsible for renovating at least seven historic buildings, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound Jan. 17. He was 62. Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a welfare call made by neighbors at about […]
Continue ReadingCharleene Closshey will star in her first feature length film this year
By the time actress Charleene Closshey is done starring in her first feature film., she will have lived Christmas all year long. “An Evergreen Christmas” is a holiday-themed dramedy that will start shooting in February. It is set to release Christmas 2013. “It’s my favorite time of year, and I’m so happy that my first […]
Continue ReadingChurches unite to create community ministry
The mantra of the new Plant City Community Ministries is “Helping Families Stand,” and the ministry intends to do just that by utilizing an educational approach in its work. The new Plant City ministry will open Feb. 4. “It’s not just a band-aid approach,” Benny Keck, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Dover, said. […]
Continue ReadingWLCA drafts formal policy on enforcements
Walden Lake Community Association board members hope an official copy of the association’s policies will help stymie any confusion regarding the community’s rules and regulations. Last month, the board directed its enforcement committee to draft a formal policy on code enforcements. Chairman Jim Chancey presented the draft at the WCLA’s Jan. 21 meeting for board […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Strawberry Ball
Glitzy gowns and snazzy suits dined and danced at the Evelyn and Batista Madonia Agricultural Center Jan. 19 for the annual Strawberry Ball. The theme was Mardi Gras. The center was decked out in purple and green linens and masks. The center of the show was a stage resembling a paddle boat. The theme usually matches […]
Continue ReadingObituaries 01.17.13
Margo DeBerry Carr Margo DeBerry Carr, died Jan. 10, in Plant City. She was born Sept. 10, 1920, in Buda, Texas. During World War II, she worked at the Tampa shipyard as a press operator and welder. She helped her brother, Marvin, get a job there. Mrs. Carr worked in the Hills-borough County school system from […]
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