MURAL UNVEILING: BURNEY ELEMENTARY
Leah Tinsley, who has done many murals in Plant City, completed a recent mural for Burney Elementary School. She was selected for this project by Tampa Foundation Executive Director Gennie Swenson. Suncoast Schools Credit Union was the generous donor for this project. Leah used the history of the school as inspiration for the project—including Esther D. Burney in the mural and focusing on the importance of leaving a legacy for the community. If you visit and see the mural, you will find that it includes Burney’s core character traits, the Burney “Bs”: Be Motivated, Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible.
FREE FOOD PANTRY
Hillsborough County and Feeding Tampa Bay will host a free Food Pantry on Friday, December 20 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. The Pantry will be located at the Plant City Community Resource Center at 307 N. Michigan Avenue.
STAY FROSTY TOY DRIVE
On Saturday, December 21, some Plant City officers will be at the Plant City Stadium located at 1810 S. Park Road, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Come out and visit for a chance to select a toy (while supplies last). Free event for all who want to join!
COACH OF THE YEAR- TERRENCE HICKS
Stand up and cheer for the 2024 Coach of The Year! Terrence Hicks, Plant City High School Football Coach, has been awarded the Western Conference Federal Division Coach of the Year. Congratulations to Coach Terrence Hicks. Your hard work, determination, and continuous efforts do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do for the community, the kids, and the football team. Plant City, we are in good hands. If you see Coach around, make sure to say congratulations!
HOPE LUTHERAN MOBILE
FOOD PANTRY
On Thursday, December 19, Hope Lutheran Church on 2001 North Park Road will host their mobile food pantry in the church parking lot. This pantry, in association with St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Lakeland, will begin distributing food to those in need starting at 6:00 and until the supplies are distributed. Anyone in need of grocery assistance is encouraged to join as they work to eliminate food insecurities in the community. The pantry, “Moving Hope” takes place at Hope Lutheran on the 3rd Thursday of each month. No identification is required, and the pantry is open to anyone in the Plant City community.
PLANT CITY CAREER SITE UPDATE
This 16-acre property is at 1690 E. Park Road. The latest update on the Plant City Career Center Site is as follows:
Completed backflipping at Area B
Completed layout for precast panels
Ongoing precast walls and double tees erection at Area A
Ongoing grouting and plate connections welding at precast structures
Ongoing underground electrical to transformer
Stay tuned for more updates on the new site!
CHRISTMAS LANE- ENJOYING THE LAST FEW WEEKS!
Every year, small-town Plant City enjoys Christmas Lane as the visitors walk around, enjoy the lights, entertainment, fun rides, kid zone, food, and so much more. This event holds a special place in the community and is a great way for the town to show and share Christmas cheer. Over 2,000 volunteer hours have gone into preparing the winter wonderland, with over 1.5 million lights and over 200 Christmas trees ranging from 4 to 40 feet. You can also visit Mr. and Mrs. Claus! Christmas Lane is located at the Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds, 2508 West Oak Ave. Open every day until December 24, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Visit while you still can—Go to Christmas Lane and enjoy the Christmas spirit!
