Ila Simpson Celebrates 95th Birthday
Plant City resident Ila Vaughn Simpson celebrated her 95th birthday on August 10 with family and friends. The spry senior, who was born August 10, 1928, enjoys working in her garden, canning and freezing home-grown vegetables and cooking for loved ones. A Georgia native, she married Burnell Simpson in 1945 and lived on a 20-acre farm in Lithia for 37 years. The couple was together 62 years until his passing in 2007. Simpson’s family includes three children, five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Government Programs Help Seniors With Necessary Expenses
Seniors looking for government benefits to meet their needs can visit benefits.gov to learn about and determine eligibility for government programs available to help elderly people. These programs, including Medicare and Health Care Option, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) offer assistance with medical expenses, food and other items. The website is a place to not only find information about benefits but also a place to find volunteer opportunities.
Hope Lutheran Opens Monthly Food Pantry
Hope Lutheran Church, located at 2001 N. Park Rd., will host its mobile food pantry in conjunction with St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, on Thursday, August 17 at 6 p.m. Anyone needing grocery assistance is invited to attend the event as it strives to eliminate food insecurity. For more information, contact the church office at 813-752-4622.
United Food Bank of Plant City Halfway To Its Goal For New Building
The glass is half-full for the United Food Bank of Plant City because its “Building Our Future Capital Campaign” is halfway to its $5 million goal, raising $2.5 million for a new facility that will not only allow it to expand its storage capacity and distribution capabilities but also enhance its ability to serve fresh and nutritious food to families facing food insecurity. “The new building will allow us to increase our impact and efficiency,” said Executive Director Mary Heysek in an email to supporters. “Together, we can create a lasting impact on the lives of the individuals and families in our community.”
Donating is simple and there are several ways to contribute:
1) Online at ufbpc.org.
2) Mail In Donation. Mail a check payable to United Food Bank & Services of Plant City (702 E. Alsobrook St., Suite H, Plant City FL 33563).
3) Corporate Partnerships. For more information call 813-764-0625 x5.
Plant City Police Department Encourages Drivers To Slow Down In School Zones
School buses are now driving around Plant City as the new school year begins. During morning and afternoon commutes, Plant City Police Department reminds drivers that crossing guards will be at various intersections within the city making sure students stay safe as they make their way to school and back home. Be mindful of active school speed zones and obey crossing guards displaying signals to stop.
Bruton Memorial Library To Host Family History Class
Are you related to a famous person? Have a secret history tucked in a branch of your family tree? Find out August 14 starting at 5:30 p.m. at Bruton Memorial Library’s Family History class, where residents can discover their roots and build their family tree using family search software. The class is free. Learn more and register at hcplc.com.
