We asked Plant City: What is an example of something we used to use that we don’t use anymore because it’s been replaced with something new? Common sense Bud Olliff The constitution Robert Porter III Yellow pages Diane Terry Rotary dial telephone Janet Surrency Phone book Amy Henry Pay phone Andy Degagne Map Cathy Gustin […]
Continue ReadingLetter to the Editor 05.15.25
Tax Mechanisms and Ethics If one goes down the rat hole of economic theories and morality discussions regarding various tax mechanisms the issues get predictably muddied with paralysis of analysis. The systems are often like a small aquarium of competing pretty fish and snails in that, if you don’t change the water often and then shortly […]
Continue ReadingCutest Critter 05.15.25
SHASTA: Shasta is a rescue dog being fostered in a Plant City home. She is a one-year-old Jack Russell mix and is available to adopt through 4 Lucky Dogs Pet Rescue. www.4luckydogs.org Shasta LOVES everyone she meets and gives each person a huge greeting. Her favorite activities are entertaining herself with dog toys or chewing on […]
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City 05.15.25
Brenda Miller shared this photo of a Monarch enjoying a meal of milkweed
Continue ReadingObituaries 05.15.25
Bernice Adams Hamm Bernice Adams Hamm, 95, of Plant City, Fla., born on Jan. 14, 1930, in Gainesville, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on May 6, 2025. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. Charles Trenton Davidson Charles Trenton Davidson, 88, of Valrico, Fla., born on Dec. 27, 1936, in Sulphur Springs, Fla., entered into eternal […]
Continue ReadingCITY COMMISSION APPROVES EXTENSION FOR OLD POST OFFICE DEVELOPMENT
On May 12, at 7:30 p.m., Mayor Nate Kilton called to order the Regular Meeting of the City Commission. Vice-Mayor Jason Jones, City Commissioner Mary Thomas Mathis, City Commissioner Bill Dodson, City Commissioner Mike Sparkman, City Attorney Kenneth Buchman, City Clerk Kerri Miller, and City Manager Bill McDaniel were all present for the meeting. Reginald […]
Continue ReadingMILITARY SIGNING DAY
On Monday, Plant City High School held its second annual Military Signing Day. Similar to college athletics signing days, teachers, families, and students gathered to mark student commitments. “I think it is a great choice for them, even if they are not sure what they want to do with their life, or what path it […]
Continue ReadingCops Corner 05.15.25
May 2 Ice Cold Thief – Theft 900 block of E Baker St Officers responded to the location in reference to the report of a delayed theft. The complainant stated that sometime this week, someone had stolen multiple air conditioning pads valued at approximately $75 each. Excuse Me? – Trespassing After W/Arrest 2600 block of […]
Continue ReadingAround Town 05.15.25
We asked Plant City: What is an example of something we used to use that we don’t use anymore because it’s been replaced with something new? Common sense Bud Olliff The constitution Robert Porter III Yellow pages Diane Terry Rotary dial telephone Janet Surrency Phone book Amy Henry Pay phone Andy Degagne Map Cathy Gustin […]
Continue ReadingRec N Roll Mobile Recreation
The City of Plant City covers 30 square miles. Due to this large area, it may be difficult for parents to take their kids to a recreation facility, or to the places for play offered by city parks. “Plant City is pretty big, and it is growing by the day,” Daisy Lumbreras, Special Events Coordinator […]
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