Tax-free holiday for storm supplies Get ready for hurricane season with seven days of tax-free shopping. From May 31 through June 6, Floridians can purchase generators, gas cans and other items considered essential to help weather a storm, without having to pay sales tax. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute offers several tips for those looking […]
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Parking banned near Advantage Academy
In an effort to keep local children that attend Advantage Academy safe and prevent nearby residents from using Prosser Drive as overflow parking, the city has extended the prohibition of parking along the entirely of the roadway.
Continue ReadingPCPD Officer Heist named Optimist Officer of the Year
Officer Adam Heist has been with PCPD since 2010 and received the Optimist Officer of the Year award on May 6.
Continue ReadingBuchman honored for exemplary service
City Attorney Ken Buchman received the Ralph A. Marsicano Award and a city proclamation following years of model service for the city of Plant City.
Continue ReadingEast Hillsborough honors law enforcement
The East Hillsborough Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner honors officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty while performing their service. Four recipients are highlighted each year in the festive event.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 5.16.19
Operation Paying It Forward giving away Jeep Operation Paying It Forward is hoping to help a family in need of reliable transportation get just that. The group is giving away a Jeep Liberty to one lucky winner and is now accepting online nominations. The winner must have a valid driver’s license and insurance, and will […]
Continue ReadingCity breaks ground on community center
Early Wednesday morning, members of the community and city leaders gathered to break ground on the new community center.
Continue ReadingCommissioners don’t want to waste an opportunity
The city is looking into several different options for solid waste collection and disposal to ensure it stays ahead of any major population and rate changes.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 5.9.19
Public art opportunity coming to PC The City of Plant City, MAKE Plant City, and Plant City Main Street are now accepting 2D visual art submissions to wrap around electric boxes located throughout the Historic Downtown district. Eight artists’ work will be featured on the boxes, which measure 72 inches high by 44 inches wide […]
Continue ReadingCity takes steps to end flooding near Roseland Park subdivision
Roseland Park and its nearby roadways routinely fill with water following any major storm. The city has moved to the next step to make that flooding a thing of the past.
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