Ollis Greaves was tired of hearing, “No.” As a band member at Plant City High School, the students wanted to start a drumline, but the administration killed the idea. When he graduated and got a job at the high school to teach percussion, he wanted to start a drumline for the students, but again, the […]
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Obituaries 03.07.13
Edwin E. “Buddy” Cook Edwin E. “Buddy” Cook, 78, of Plant City, died Feb. 24. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joyce; daughters, Cheryl Redman (Larri), Vicki Kennedy (John) and Lori Smith (Troy); six grandchildren, Nichole, Terry, Jessie, Nick, Jake and Damian; five great-grandchildren, Dylan, Sydney, Hannah, Savannah and Caleb; two sisters, […]
Continue ReadingCorny Strawberry Festival challenge accepted
When I decided to participate in the fried corn eating contest at this year’s Florida Strawberry Festival, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’ve been fascinated with competitive eating since I was a preteen. I remember the first time I saw the famous Nathan’s Coney Island hotdog eating contest, and in 2001, witnessed Japan’s Takeru […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Military Appreciation
Before the Trace Adkins concert, Plant City Mayor Mike Sparkman, Strawberry Festival President Ron Gainey, Chief of Police Steve Singletary, Fire Chief David Burnett, the Strawberry Queen Court and others honored military members. They asked those of the armed services to stand up in the crowd to be recognized.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Steer Show
Proud FFA members showed their steers at a March 6 show during the Florida Strawberry Festival. General manager of the Festival, Paul Davis, made an appearance to congratulate all the contestants. Anonymizer Elite –
Continue ReadingVIDEOS: Strawberry Festival 2013
There is plenty of sights to take in at the 2013 Florida Strawberry Festival. Lucky for you, the Plant City Observer was there to capture all of the highlights! Check out the videos below to get a taste of this year’s Strawberry Festival. SEO
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Red Hatters Welcome
The Florida Strawberry Festival declared it Red Hatters Day, Tuesday March 5. Hundreds gathered to listen to the proclamation given by Plant City Mayor Mike Sparkman. The Village Twirlers came out to perform for the crowd. .” >http://bioenlpk.ru/srochno-nuzhni-dengi-v-dolg-v-grodno.php
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Grand Parade
The 2013 Florida Strawberry Festival sweetened the streets of Plant City during its Grand Parade March 4, throughout Historic Downtown. The parade, which featured more than 100 floats and organizations, began downtown and ended at the festival fairgrounds. This year’s parade marshal was Pat Pogue. For more parade coverage, including video footage, keep your browser […]
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Florida Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services Adam Putnam was the featured speaker at the annual Farm Credit Strawberry Salute Breakfast March 4, at Plant City’s First Baptist Church. Many local and state officials — including U.S. Rep. Dennis Ross, Hillsborough County Commissioner Al Higginbotham, Hillsborough Superintendent MaryEllen Elia, Plant City Mayor Mike Sparkman, directors […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Baby Contest
Cuteness was at a high level Sunday night at the Baby Contest at the Florida Strawberry Festival. Babies competed in various categories, including most “creative diaper” and “chubbiest cheeks.” The cutest of the cute faced off in age divisions of the prettiest girl and most handsome boy. A Diaper Derby baby race concluded the annual event.
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