A Vietnam War veteran from Hillsborough County will share his story of service, sacrifice, and healing during an upcoming ceremony honoring those who served in one of the nation’s most divisive conflicts. Donald Day, a former U.S. Army platoon leader who grew up in Brandon, is scheduled to speak March 29 at the Vietnam War […]
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Auto Review 03.26.26
SPACE-AGE LOOK, STATE-OF-THE-ART TECH MAKE IONIQ 9 EV AN ENTICING PICK! Accolades and Ioniq appear to go together! The 2022 and 2023 World Car of the Year Award winners – all-electric Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 – are joined by their big sibling this year, the full-size Ioniq 9. The three-row, six- or seven-passenger SUV […]
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We asked Plant City: It’s National Puppy Day! Drop a photo of your four-legged friends in the comments for a chance to be featured.
Continue ReadingObituaries 03.26.26
Albert H. Gee Albert H. Gee, 81, of Plant City, Fla., born on Nov. 27, 1944, in Saint Wendel, Indiana, entered into eternal rest on Mar. 15, 2026. Expressions of condolence at Hopewellfuneral.com. Charles Leslie Hixon Jr. Charles Leslie Hixon Jr., born Oct. 10, 1940, in Williamsport, Maryland, passed away at 85, Mar. 13, 2026. Expressions of […]
Continue ReadingHunting Down Plant City’s Best Vegetarian Eats
Plant City isn’t just about strawberries. Although, don’t get me wrong, they are worth loading up on. Nestled among the charming streets and local shops are some seriously tasty vegetarian dishes that even devoted carnivores will drool over. Today, we’re on a hunt: a meat-free adventure through town, sampling the most flavorful, veggie-forward offerings our […]
Continue ReadingFELECIA BROOME: CARRYING THE TORCH
The other day, someone asked me about my favorite places in Plant City, and before the words were even out of their mouth, I already knew my answer. Sure, there’s historic downtown, our many wonderful parks and outdoor spaces, the Strawberry Festival fairgrounds, and some great local spots to grab a coffee or something to […]
Continue ReadingPlant City History & Photo Archives opens new home, introduces ‘The Plant Room’ for meetings/gatherings
Plant City History & Photo Archives has opened the doors to its new home in the Lee Building, located at 110 E. Reynolds St., Suite 100, giving the longtime local history organization expanded exhibit space, improved archival storage, and a new meeting room designed to bring the community together around local history. The nonprofit organization […]
Continue ReadingWe asked Plant City: Are you planning to vote in the upcoming Plant City Municipal Election for City Commission Groups 3 & 4?
District 3 Tony Smith District 4 Camryn Henry While there are a number of candidates that I believe genuinely have the best interest of the community and everyone in it (as opposed to a smaller, wealthier part of the community), these two have been active locally for years, as I believe the have both run […]
Continue ReadingObituaries 03.19.26
Dennis Raymond Perkins Dennis Raymond Perkins, 70, of Lithia, Fla., born on Mar. 20, 1955, in Hamilton, Ohio, entered into eternal rest on Mar. 12, 2026. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. Ruby G. Hamilton Ruby G. Hamilton, 82, of Mulberry, Fla., born on May 23, 1943, in Tennessee, entered into eternal rest on Mar. 8, 2026. Expressions of […]
Continue ReadingA Century of Sunshine: Mary Louise Wise Turns 100
On March 11, Mary Louise Wise celebrated an extraordinary milestone—her 100th birthday. Born in 1926, Mary now resides in the independent living facility at Grace Manor at Hunters Creek in Plant City, just minutes from downtown. If you happen to pass her in the hallway, chances are you’ll be greeted with a warm smile, a […]
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