Who Is Really Deciding the Future of Walden Lake? The views and opinions expressed in the Letters to the Editor are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Plant City Observer. Imagine living in a community where decisions affecting your property values, finances, and neighborhood’s future […]
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City 11.05.26
Kathy Flemister submitted this photo, taken by Lori Brady, of Sandhill Cranes in the backyard.
Continue ReadingAround Town 11.05.26
We asked Plant City: Share your Halloween costumes! Did your pets join in the festive fun?
Continue ReadingPlant City Raiders Shut Out Parrish Community Bulls 36-0
The Plant City Raiders varsity football team celebrated Senior Night in dominant fashion, shutting out the Parrish Community Bulls 36-0. The 7-2 Raiders controlled the game on both sides of the ball against the winless Bulls, who entered the matchup with a 0-9 record. The Raiders opened the game with possession at their own 20-yard […]
Continue ReadingObituaries 11.05.26
Patricia ‘Pat’ Messick Patricia “Pat” Messick entered into eternal rest on Oct. 29, 2026. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. Fredrick Forest Bosserman Fredrick Forest Bosserman passed away peacefully on Oct. 26, 2026 in Alaska, with his son, Wally and daughter in law, Joanne. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. Steven ‘Steve’ Russell Young Steve was born […]
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 11.05.26
Plant City Community Chorale Presents “The Hearth Within: Music of Renewal, Light & Hope” The Plant City Community Chorale invites the community to an inspiring and delightful concert, “The Hearth Within: Music of Renewal, Light & Hope,” to be held on December 6 at 5:00 p.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 1104 N Alexander St. This […]
Continue ReadingCops Corner 11.05.26
October 23 Shattering Surprise – Criminal Mischief US Highway 92/N County Line Rd An officer responded to the location in reference to criminal mischief. The victim reported his vehicle’s rear windshield suddenly shattered wile stopped in traffic. Got A Whiff of Something – Assist Other Agency/HCSO 2300 block of Sammonds Rd A K9 officer responded […]
Continue ReadingA Few Critical Minutes: Plant City Sergeant’s Quick Response Helps Save a Life
“If it weren’t for those extra three to five minutes, I strongly believe that he wouldn’t have survived.” For Plant City Police Sgt. Billy Harvester, a few minutes made all the difference on Sept. 19, when a new technology in his patrol vehicle helped him reach a man who was unconscious and not breathing. Harvester […]
Continue ReadingGO OFF-ROAD OR STAY THE COURSE WITH REDESIGNED 2027 KIA TELLURIDE
Ever since it was launched in 2020, the Telluride SUV has received accolades from numerous automotive outlets. To keep the momentum going without resting on its laurels, Kia engineers have totally overhauled the hot-seller for next year by skipping on the 2026 model. Wheelbase increases by 2.7 and length by 2.3 inches from its predecessor […]
Continue ReadingIt’s Read Everywhere 11.05.26
ITALY: David & Kama Montermini celebrated their 40th anniversary in Italy and took the Plant City Observer with them. They moved from Washington state a year and a half ago and really love Plant City.
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