Plant City Police Department officer Barry Maurer was promoted to sergeant July 21. Maurer has been with the department since January 2005 and has served within the department’s Uniformed Patrol Division, Investigative Services Division and, most recently, as the department’s training coordinator and crime prevention officer.
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Love is in the air in Plant City!
The Rev. and Mrs. Dean Pfeffer, of Hope Lutheran Church, are excited to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristin, to Mr. Emad (Eddie) Attalla, son of Magdy Attalla and Afifa Soliman, of Riverview. Kristin is a 2003 graduate of Plant City High School and a 2008 graduate of the University of Tampa. She is […]
Continue ReadingSenate candidate stumps in Plant City
A group of supporters gathered for a fundraiser event for the Tom Lee campaign July 14, at the home of David and Lisa Galloway. Lee is running for District 24 seat of the Florida Senate. “Plant City has always been a tight-knit community,” Lee said. “I’ve always enjoyed coming here. You’re rekindling a lot of […]
Continue ReadingAll-Stars seeking donations for travel
The Plant City 10-11 All-Stars are seeking donations to help fund the team’s travel costs as it heads deeper into the season. Last week, the 10-11s kept its undefeated streak alive this season, going 3-0 in the Section 4 tournament and advancing to the state tournament with a 11-7 win over Lutz July 16. The […]
Continue ReadingChildren give mom her last wish
The children of Plant City native Annie Lee Hallback fulfilled her last wish with a beautiful horse and carriage ride following her funeral June 20, from Mount Olive Baptist Church to the Garden of Peace Cemetery. Born April 1, 1925, Mrs. Hallback, 87, was raised on Ball Street, just a few blocks from Mount Olive. […]
Continue ReadingTrinity church to host youth rally
Trinity United Methodist Church will host Beauty for Ashes, an annual youth rally, at 6 p.m. July 14, at the church, 402 W. English St. Sponsored by Frontline Youth at Trinity, this year’s rally is themed “Comatose: How to Wake Up from Your Slumber.” It will feature a variety of bands and skit teams, including […]
Continue ReadingBroadway magic takes center stage
Plant City Entertainment will bring the Big Apple’s most famous productions to the community during “The Best of Broadway,” at 8 p.m. July 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28, and 2 p.m. July 22, at the theater, 101 N. Thomas St. The production will feature music from “Grease,” “Les Miserables,” “Hair” and more. Tickets are […]
Continue ReadingSeminary seeks yard sale donations
Evangelical University & Seminary is seeking donations for its upcoming yard sale. The sale will be July 21 and 28. Anyone wishing to donate items to the sale should contact Bob Westlake, 752-7197.
Continue ReadingClass of 1977 plans 35th reunion
Calling all members of the Plant City High School Class of 1977: Reservations for your 35th reunion are due July 6. Festivities for the reunion include at casual night from 6 to 11 p.m. Aug 3, at Keel and Curley Winery, 5210 W. Thonotosassa Road, Plant City, followed by a banquet Aug. 4, at Embassy […]
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