The Florida Lottery announced Gertha Ulysse, 47, of Plant City, claimed a top prize in the $2 million JACKPOT Scratch-Off game at Florida Lottery headquarters, in Tallahassee. Ulysse purchased her winning ticket for just $10 at C Mart, located at 2121 U.S. 98 N., in Lakeland. She chose to receive the winnings in a one-time, lump-sum payment in […]
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Hope launches fall GriefShare
Hope Lutheran Church will host a new GriefShare class beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, at the church, 2001 North Park Road, Plant City. Anyone who is struggling following the recent death of a family member or friend or with a death that occurred some time ago is welcome. Each GriefShare session includes a […]
Continue ReadingPlant City Times & Observer hires new writer
The Plant City Times & Observer has added a new writer to its staff. This week, we welcome Catherine Sinclair to our team. Catherine graduated cum laude in May 2014 from the University of Richmond (Virginia) with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and music, and a minor in biology. Before coming to the Plant City […]
Continue ReadingPlant City primed for spelling showdown
Representatives from several Plant City businesses will test their mental mettle at the Plant City Kiwanis Club’s Second Annual Business Spelling Bee at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, at the 1914 Plant City High School Community Building, 605 N. Collins St. Americare Ambulance will defend its title against spellers representing South Florida Baptist Hospital, the […]
Continue ReadingDance studio to host registration
Plant City’s Dance Connection will host an open house for its upcoming classes this weekend. Registration will take place from 2 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 25, and Saturday, July 26, at the studio, 507 N. Wheeler St. Registration costs $25. Classes begin Aug. 4, and are open to children ages 2 and up. The […]
Continue ReadingLions Club, businesses partner for fundraiser
The Plant City Lions Club and several local businesses will host a car wash benefit for Taylor Goethals from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Walden Lake Car Wash, 1414 S. Alexander St., Plant City. The car wash will benefit 15-year-old Goethals, a Plant City teen who is battling cancer for the […]
Continue ReadingPlant City Police Department needs new recruits
The Plant City Police Department is accepting applications for new police officers. Applicants must have a high school diploma, GED or higher and Florida-certified. Starting pay is $42,915, and officers receive health benefits, a take-home vehicle after training, tuition reimbursement and other perks. For more information or to apply, call officer Mark Dunnam at (813) […]
Continue ReadingPlant City Times & Observer to change pub date
Beginning next week, the Plant City Times & Observer will be delivered weekly on Fridays, instead of Thursdays. As always, the newspaper will be packed with hyperlocal content relevant to residents and businesses of Greater Plant City. If you have any questions, please contact Editor Michael Eng, meng@plantcityobserver.com or (813) 704-6850.
Continue ReadingPlant City traveler treks across U.S.
Plant City native and novelist Morgan Davis has been traveling the East Coast of the United States, with plans to head west. To help him continue his trek he has started “Bartering with Books.” Davis is the author of a trilogy series, “Prescribed Life,” he wrote while working at the skate park in Plant City. […]
Continue ReadingDeputy chief to retire from PCFR
Plant City Fire Rescue announced recently the retirement of Dep. Chief Eugene Shuler, who is retiring after 14 years of service to the department and community. His retirement begins Aug. 1. The department will host an informal get-together from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Fire Station No. 1, 604 E. Alexander St.
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