Several upgrades and new projects are underway following a productive city commission meeting.
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James Bradford selected as PCPD Chief
The City of Plant City announced Monday afternoon that James Bradford, formerly of HCSO, would be the new chief for the Plant City Police Department.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 11.25.20
Fundraising totals reported for local events A handful of fundraisers held in the Plant City area this month were successful, according to their organizers. The GFWC Woman’s Club of Plant City hosted its first-ever Happy Feet Walk for Alzheimer’s on Nov. 5 and club president Patricia Wolff said it raised a total of $2,429.70 for […]
Continue ReadingWith the holidays around the corner, many eye rising COVID-19 cases with fear
COVID-19 is running rampant once again and many are debating
whether they should have their traditional holiday celebrations.
Many eager to do so are flocking to testing locations to ensure they won’t be spreading the virus at their gatherings
PCPD Chief candidates meet-and-greet
The community has the opportunity to get to know the four candidates in the running for Chief of Police for the Plant City Police Department. A meet-and-greet will be held at the Sadye Gibbs Martin Community Center this evening.
Continue ReadingUpcoming commission meeting features heavy hearings
There are several long-anticipated public hearings at the next city commission meeting, which will be held at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at City Hall.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 11.19.20
Hungry Howie’s, Corner Store partner for Thanksgiving giveaway No one deserves to go hungry on Thanksgiving, so two local businesses are doing their part to help some families who will need it. Hungry Howie’s, 208 N. Alexander St., and the Corner Store, 121 W. Reynolds St., are teaming up to prepare pre-cooked, family size Thanksgiving […]
Continue ReadingCity moves to upgrade equipment
Monday’s city commission meeting saw commissioners commit to improving service performances around town.
Continue ReadingFlorida added 4,353 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday
The state continues to fail to get a grip on the spread of COVID-19. Deaths are rising and hospital beds are filling up once more.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 11.12.20
Plant City High teacher dies after contracting COVID-19 The Plant City High School community mourned the death of Michael Wanner, a beloved science teacher at PCHS since 2004, last week. Hillsborough County Public Schools confirmed Wanner, 61, died Nov. 3, several weeks after contracting the COVID-19 coronavirus and battling related illnesses. The school district made […]
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