Plant City Armed Forces Memorials Foundation will host a dedication ceremony for the latest engraved commemorative bricks for Plant City’s Veterans Memorial Monument Park. The ceremony will take place at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24, at the park. The public is invited. To date, about 750 bricks have been engraved and installed. The engraved bricks […]
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Six to vie for open Walden Lake seats
In less than two months, the board that governs the Walden Lake community will have at least two new members. Six Walden Lake residents have announced their candidacies for the Walden Lake Community Association’s three open seats. Two existing board members, Treasurer Karen Olson and Director Steve Swantek, are leaving the board. WLCA Secretary Heather […]
Continue ReadingPlant City boxer rescue plans circus-themed party
Second Chance Boxer Rescue might have aimed at helping a specific breed when it first started, but founder Bill Gray doesn’t discriminate. In fact, one of the organization’s most heartbreaking success stories involves a Dalmatian mix. Named Circles, Second Chance got a call from a Lakeland Veterinarian about an abused puppy. He was thrown into […]
Continue ReadingGood deeds roll at Plant City Automotive
Walking into Tony Mendolia’s Plant City Automotive is like walking back in time. The waiting room has been completely redone in a retro style. Tin siding climbs up half the wall, pictures of classic cars dot the hallway to the bathroom which is labeled “Pit Stop.” A black and white checkered floor is the boldest […]
Continue ReadingBill Dodson kicks off 2014 campaign
Longtime Plant City Commissioner Bill Dodson kicked off reelection campaign with a breakfast Feb. 13, at Johnson Barbeque. Dodson has been in continuous service to the City of Plant City for more than 39 years. He first arrived in Plant City in 1974 and worked as assistant city manager. His professional work experience includes a […]
Continue ReadingCounty commission proclaims Florida Strawberry Festival Days
The Strawberry Festival Queen and Court accepted a proclamation from the Hillsborough County Commission which proclaims Feb. 27 to March 9 Florida Strawberry Festival Days. Commissioner Higginbotham normally presents it the proclamation, but he was in Mumbai for the International Indian Film Academy awards event preparation. Commissioner Sandra Murman presented it this year. Also in […]
Continue ReadingKerr named president of South Florida Baptist Hospital
Karen Kerr has been announced as president of South Florida Baptist Hospital. She has been serving as interim president since Sept. 3, after former president Steve Nierman left to take over as president of Winter Haven Hospital. Kerr is familiar with the BayCare health system. She served as director of Patient Care Services at South […]
Continue ReadingThief crashes stolen van on I-4
Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a Lakeland man after he crashed a stolen vehicle while driving on Interstate 4. According to FHP reports, at about 12:41 p.m., Feb. 15, Gurnam and Sarbjit Hayre, of Winter Haven, were traveling eastbound on Interstate 4, east of McIntosh Road, when their vehicle became disabled. Gurnam Hayre pulled the […]
Continue ReadingVanguard Attorneys present PCHS with $1,000
Vanguard Attorneys recently presented $1,000 to Plant City High School in honor of the accomplishments of Kellyanne Hurst. The award is to be used by athletics to enhance the competitive sports programs. The Vanguard Award is given to a student athlete that is also involved in community service. The award is open to student athletes throughout […]
Continue ReadingVeterinary center looking for special needs family
Do you know a special needs child who could benefit from life-long canine buddy? The Veterinary Center at Fishhawk and the Hillsborough Animal Health Foundation announced they are canvassing the local community for a family with a special needs child to benefit from a black labrador puppy named Joy. Joy’s situation is just as unique as the […]
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