Gwen Thomas has long been on a pedestal in this community. Her servant’s heart, quick wit and sage advice have won over the hearts of all who know her.
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WONDER WOMAN: Dee Dee Grooms
Dee Dee Grooms is a legend in Plant City. Now she’s sharing a message of hope and perseverance with the community she has always called home.
Continue ReadingObituaries 10.22.20
Dorothy Lyvonne Yelton Dorothy Lyvonne Yelton, 78, of Lithia, born on January 12, 1942 in Alford, entered into eternal rest on October 11, 2020. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com. online pharmacy neurontin online with best prices today in the USA Hudson ‘Earl’ Cook Hudson “Earl” Cook, 70, of Lithia, born on September 28, 1950 in […]
Continue ReadingWonder Woman: Chevelle Hallback
Hallback has represented Plant City in the boxing world since 1997, putting “The Itty-Bitty” city on the map for people all over the globe. Her fighting career is not over yet, but she’s working on the next chapter of her life and planning for it to be helpful for others.
Continue ReadingWonder Woman: Michelle Valdes
Valdes is well-known throughout Plant City as an unstoppable force of charity. She’s always looking for someone to help through her nonprofit, Operation Paying it Forward, and is extremely active in other community organizations.
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We asked Facebook: Halloween is right around the corner and COVID-19 could change the way many enjoy the holiday. Families, how are you preparing for trick-or-treating, handing out treats and other Halloween traditions this year? “Handing out candy in the historic district…” — Sandi McGlathery “Same as usual. Outside with the complete DJ rig, lights, […]
Continue ReadingWonder Woman: Essie Dixon Lewis
Dixon Lewis became well-known in Plant City when she became the first black girl to make it onto the Florida Strawberry Festival Queen’s Court, earning the title of First Maid in 1973. These days, the longtime educator’s penchant for kindness pays off for Plant Citians young, old and in between as she’ll lend a helping hand wherever she can.
Continue ReadingFootsteps of Faith: Surprise sunsets
Fall helps us recognize that life is still moving forward, pandemic or not, and we must be willing to enjoy the times of our life just as we encounter the seasons within life.
Continue ReadingGFWC Woman’s Club reminds women of fight for right to vote
This year marked the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment. The GFWC Woman’s Club spent this week reminding woman of the past so they would be encouraged to play a role in the future of this country.
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Sir Henry’s Haunted Trails is back. The attraction has made some changes to safely scare attendees to their heart’s content.
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