Mayor Nate Kilton called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. on September 23. Also present at the dais were Vice-Mayor Jason Jones, City Commissioner William Dodson, City Commissioner Mary Thomas Mathis, City Attorney Kenneth Buchman, City Clerk Kerri Miller, and City Manager Bill McDaniel. Since no pastor attended the meeting, Mayor Nate Kilton offered […]
Continue ReadingRobert Trinkle, A Gentleman & Scholar
Recently we lost someone who many knew as one of our very finest. Robert S. Trinkle, noted lawyer, community servant, and world traveler, passed away September 20, 2024, at the age of 90. It was an honor knowing Robert some 50+ years. As a term of endearment, which certainly fit him well, he was “a […]
Continue ReadingPLANT CITY HISTORY AND PHOTO ARCHIVES
Since we are talking about history… In 2000, the organization was born from the acquisition of a collection of photographs from the estate of William Friend, a renowned photographer in the area. The Archives initial mission was to protect and preserve the historical images of Plant City. Since then, it’s goal evolved from only saving […]
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City 09.26.24
Bill Wicker took this photo of nature and man coexisting in Plant City.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 09.26.24
LIFE LINE SCREENING Affordable Health Screenings are coming to Plant City. Residents in and around the Plant City area can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. St. Peter’s Episcopal church of Plant City will host this community event on October […]
Continue ReadingThe Plant City Lions Club Hosts Its Second Annual Blind Dinner
When caring people come together, roll up their sleeves, and take action to make their community better, it’s a beautiful thing and an incredible feeling for everyone involved. That’s what the Plant City Lions do. “Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships and improving the community where we live,” said Evelyn Cook, […]
Continue ReadingAround Town 09.26.24
We asked Plant City: What’s the first thing you do after getting home from a trip? Start planning my next trip Marisol Vaquero Unpack Marina Rosales Unpack the dirty clothes and do the laundry Chris Black Get snubbed by the cats and licked by the dog. Tracy Andrews Forest Dump clothes into the washer. Cathy […]
Continue ReadingObituaries 09.26.24
Lois A. Stanaland Lois A. Stanaland, 93, of Plant City, Fla., born on Aug. 4, 1931, in Pleasant Grove, Fla., passed away on Sept. 18, 2024. She was a member of Plant City Church of God and enjoyed a career in fashion in downtown Plant City for Helms Dress Shop, and Terri’s Ladies Wear. She loved […]
Continue ReadingI Love Plant City 09.19.24
April Sullivent took this photo of a beautiful sunset in Dover
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest Football Coach Scores $2000 Grant
Being recognized for hard work is a satisfying experience, such is the case for the head coach of Strawberry Crest High School’s football program. Phillip Prior, a Hillsborough County native, felt honored when he was voted by community members to be the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ High School Head Coach of the Week. The Strawberry Crest […]
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