The last commission meeting of April began at 6:00 p.m., with everyone in attendance, with the exception of City Commissioner Mike Sparkman. First on the agenda was recognition 26-185 the presentation of a proclamation declaring May 7, 2026, as “National Day of Prayer in Plant City.” Mayor Nate Kilton said he encourages citizens to gather […]
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News Briefs 04.30.26
Community Gathers to Discuss Downtown Events On Monday, 4/27, community members gathered at Three Hands Mead in downtown Plant City to discuss the continued planning of Plant City Main Street events such as Last Friday and Oktoberfest. The meeting, led by Main Street board member Rob Tuppeny of The Crafted Butterfly, focused on the volunteer […]
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Mind My Skin: A Powerful New Event Addressing Mental Health and Skin Conditions Comes to Florida Beautifully Unblemished Vitiligo Support Group is proud to present Mind My Skin, a transformative event designed to bring awareness to the often-overlooked mental health impact of living with visible skin conditions. Centered around the theme, “Beyond Appearance: The Power […]
Continue ReadingTensions Rise at Walden Lake HOA Meeting Following Allegations and Leadership Shake-Up
A routine homeowners association meeting turned into a charged and emotional gathering this week, as residents and board members confronted allegations, leadership changes, and growing concerns over transparency and governance. The day prior, a video posted to YouTube by board member Kristen Mundt alleged that a small group of board members had participated in a […]
Continue ReadingHillsborough Residents Push Back on I-4 Corridor Growth Plans as County Faces Mounting Pressure
Bonnie and Fred Cropper thought they had already escaped urban sprawl once. The couple fled the Lithia/Bloomingdale area after flooding from nearby development damaged their property, eventually settling a lawsuit in 2006. They relocated to rural land along Gallagher Road, seeking the quiet agricultural lifestyle they had always wanted. Now, they fear history is repeating […]
Continue ReadingSTUDENT ARRESTED FOR BRINGING A FIREARM TO SCHOOL
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Plant City High School student for bringing a firearm onto campus. On April 21, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., an HCSO School Resource Deputy learned that Isai Luciano Jijon Blas, 18, was possibly in possession of a firearm on campus. The Deputy and school administration conducted a search […]
Continue ReadingDEATH INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY IN PLANT CITY
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death in Plant City. On April 19, 2026, at 9:26 a.m., HCSO’s 911 Dispatch Center received a call from a person who saw an unresponsive woman by a bridge on Paul Buchman Highway near Tollar Road in Plant City. When deputies arrived, they found a deceased adult […]
Continue ReadingFOUR STUDENTS ARRESTED AFTER FIREARMS FOUND ON CAMPUS
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested four Plant City High School students following an incident involving firearms on campus. On April 17, 2026, at 1:40 p.m., multiple students engaged in a physical altercation. School administrators de-escalated the situation and separated the students involved. During the investigation, it was determined that Subject one, 14, and Subject […]
Continue ReadingCity Commission honors champions and approves projects
The first April City Commission meeting was called to order by Mayor Nathan A. Kilton. All commissioners were in attendance, and the invocation was led by Pastor Dennis Roebuck followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. First on the agenda was recognition. 26-125- The presentation of a proclamation honoring the Plant City High School Cheerleading Team. […]
Continue ReadingPCPD Brings New Virtual Reality Training to Officers
The Plant City Police Department (PCPD) is trying out a new way to train, and it looks a lot like a video game. Using high-tech virtual reality headsets and the ACE XR program, officers can practice their shooting skills in a hands-on, interactive way without using real ammunition. With four new Meta Quest 3 headsets, […]
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