After many decades serving on the Plant City Family YMCA’s board of directors, as well as other YMCA boards, George Banning has decided to take a step back.
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Plant City comes together to pray for Lindsey Bowden
The Plant City High School alumna is recovering from a Sept. 16 accident which left her with a serious brain injury. Her condition is improving, but she still has a long way to go.
Continue ReadingDiamonds & Denim features a unique twist
In order to keep attendees safe, the 24th annual Diamonds & Denim gala was held as a virtual fundraising event. However, attendees got to experience a “Dinner and a Show To-Go” via a drive-through dinner pickup at the Florida Strawberry Festival.
Continue ReadingPaint for a Cure spreads joy downtown
The annual event drew countless families to downtown Plant City Sunday as the community rallied together to raise money for local children with cancer.
Continue ReadingPlant Fest blossoming this weekend
The Plant City Commons Community Garden is hosting its Fall 2020 Plant Fest this Saturday.
Continue ReadingExploring hidden gems in Tampa Bay
Whether you just moved to town or have lived here your entire life, a local author has released a new guidebook full of beloved and obscure experiences that is sure to have you itching to start your next adventure.
Continue ReadingObituaries 10.1.20
Dorothy ‘Dottie’ Geoline MacDonald Dorothy “Dottie” Geoline MacDonald, 90, of Valrico, born on August 31, 1930 in Summit, New Jersey, entered into eternal rest on September 26, 2020. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com. Lamar J. Maxwell Lamar J. Maxwell, 81, of Lithia, born on March 1, 1939 in Cairo, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on […]
Continue ReadingAround Town 10.1.20
In Monday’s city commission meeting, there was discussion about a proposal to rezone the parcel at 1909 E. Alsobrook St. from R-1A Single-family Dwelling District to C-1 General Commercial District. The site is located on the southwest corner of East Alsobrook Street and South Park Road. The developer plans to build a convenience store with […]
Continue ReadingLocal bicyclist raises funds for childhood cancer research
James Fuller, 80, is biking hundreds of miles to raise money for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund.
Continue ReadingGirl Scouts attend unique bridging ceremony
Local Girl Scouts have had to face a number of hurdles due to the ongoing pandemic. However, their ability to quickly adapt to the changes thrown their way has led to them hardly missing a beat.
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