The bids for the replacement of the MLK Community Center were much larger than the city was anticipating leaving commissioners with a tough vote Monday night to either enlarge the budget or rethink the proposed plans.
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News Briefs 4.11.19
Plant City man killed after helicopter crash A Plant City man died Thursday after an emergency helicopter landing in Tampa went awry, according to Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. A Robinson R44 helicopter piloted by Bryan Thomas Messick, 38, of Bradenton, suffered engine failure and prompted Messick to make an emergency landing on South 50th Street […]
Continue ReadingPlant City man killed in helicopter crash
Deodat Persaud Gangapersaud, 72, died at the scene in Tampa Thursday afternoon.
Continue ReadingLit up, pulled over
PCPD will soon crack down on illegal lighting on vehicles around town. If you own an LED bar or installed underglow to your truck, know the code or be prepared to pay the fine.
Continue ReadingWiggins and Rice Road public hearing enters second meeting
A map amendment and rezoning ordinance presented at last week’s public hearing brought up a long conversation at the dais on the quality of the roads near the property.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 4.4.19
Camp Extravaganza coming to PC YMCA Saturday, April 19 at the Plant City Family YMCA looks to be a fun one for the kids. The Y will host its Camp Extravaganza in conjunction with Healthy Kids Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids and parents are welcome to stop by to learn all about […]
Continue ReadingAlcohol ordinance enters final hearing
During the first of two public hearings regarding amending Plant City’s alcohol ordinance, the public remained silent. The decision is entering its final hearing on April 8.
Continue ReadingPaving ahead
Plant City’s soon-to-be-paved list may be growing thanks to a massive savings in construction.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 3.28.19
Bike with the Mayor, Dean’s Ride on Saturday The third annual Bike with the Mayor event to celebrate Florida Bicycle Month is scheduled for Saturday in conjunction with Dean’s Ride. Mayor Rick Lott will speak to all riders at 7 a.m. at the Trinkle Center at Hillsborough Community College, then the Dean’s Ride participants will […]
Continue ReadingPC man accused of recording family using spy camera
A 55-year-old Plant City man has been arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say he used a spy camera to film a family friend in her home without her knowledge.
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