Plant City Police have arrested four of the five suspects they say lured victims to a home in Plant City before robbing, torturing and kidnapping them. The victims were then forced to go to ATMs across town and give them all of their money.
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Soul Survivor
Scott McIntosh, pastor of City Pointe Church, survived a mass shooting 20 years ago at Wedgwood Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. Now he’s creating a book, sermon series and website to help others learn “how to survive the heartaches of life without losing your soul.”
Continue ReadingGary Graham takes the helm at Durant
After the retirement of Pam Bowden last year, Durant turned to one of its
original Cougars to take the reins. Meet Gary Graham, the new principal of Durant High School.
News Briefs 8.22.19
2020 Florida Strawberry Festival theme announced It doesn’t take much hindsight to see why the Florida Strawberry Festival has lasted so long, and their vision of the future is now a little clearer. The festival announced the theme for 2020 on Tuesday morning. “Our Perfect Vision” will define the 85th festival, which will take place […]
Continue ReadingPlant City tackles massive rainfall
With near-daily storms and extensive rainfall Plant City is dealing with frequent flooding and oversaturated ground. The city has several plans in place to help tackle the growing issue.
Continue ReadingRecreation center named after legendary city leader
The iconic and legendary Sayde Gibbs Martin will further have her legacy cemented in Plant City history after commissioners announced they planned to name the new community center in her honor. FROM PAGE 1
Continue ReadingPCPD cracks down on dangerous drivers
Each year, when students head back to school, PCPD receives calls of commuters driving erratically, passing school buses and flying through school zones. This year, they’re designating some officers solely for ensuring compliance on school routes.
Continue ReadingNews Briefs 8.15.19
Mt. Olive group helps students go back to school The legacy of Plant City High School teacher Ginger Bennett Forte not only lives on in Mt. Olive Baptist Church, it’s also being carried out to help local students. The Ginger Jewelz Group, led by a group of Forte’s close friends, got a group of Plant […]
Continue ReadingXFL turns eyes to Plant City
The XFL is planning on setting up shop at the Plant City Stadium following an unanimous vote during Monday night’s commission meeting.
Continue ReadingMissing Plant City boy and mom found
A Plant City mother and her infant son haven’t been seen since Tuesday.
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