This little girl was found on the railroad tracks at about 3 months old. Now between 7 and 8 months old, she is ready for a permanent home. She is sweet and loving and good with other dogs and everyone she meets. She is spayed, micro-chipped and has had all of her shots. To adopt, […]
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Bruton library showcases Plant City artist
Local artist Colleen Justin is displaying 11 pieces of her work this month at Bruton Memorial Library, 302 W. McLendon St. At the urging of her friend and instructor, Von Watson, Justin has been painting regularly since 2004, using her favorite mediums of oil and watercolor. She has recently retired, after owning an art and framing store in […]
Continue ReadingPlant City police train for active-shooter scenario
It’s a chilling situation — an active shooter on a school campus. Just as fiercely as a threat enters through the doors, first-responders and police officers have to be ready. More than 60 officers from the Plant City Police Department recently completed training for this specific situation during a weeklong simulation exercise, at Plant City […]
Continue ReadingTwirlettes to host registration
The Hillsborough County Twirlettes will host registration for its upcoming season. Registration for Plant City will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 19, at Shiloh Charter School, 905 W. Terrace Drive. Classes are held from 3:15 to 4 p.m. Mondays and are open to girls from kindergarten through middle school. For more, call […]
Continue ReadingCalling PCHS’ Class of 1978
The Plant City High School Class of 1978 will celebrate its 35th class reunion this weekend. The festivities take place from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Keel & Curley Winery, 5210 W. Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. The 35-year reunion fun continues from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Embassy Suites, […]
Continue ReadingDistrict nears completion on renovations
When Plant City students return to their respective schools later this month, many of them will enjoy improved learning facilities. Hillsborough County Public Schools is nearing completion on several major construction projects through Plant City. Renovations at Trapnell Elementary School top the list. The school is receiving a new canopy, as well as renovations to […]
Continue ReadingDowntown resident launches historic walk
Taking inspiration from proud historic towns such as St. Augustine, one Plant City resident is taking the task of ensuring the community’s rich heritage is not forgotten. Angie Davis, a resident of Historic Downtown Plant City for nearly three decades, is launching a new historic walking tour. The free, hourlong tour will begin at 6 […]
Continue ReadingPlant City teen arrested for fake bomb threat
Editor’s note: Per editorial policy, the identity of the juvenile defendant has been withheld from this report. One Plant City teenager is facing felony charges after he called the local Walmart Supercenter and reported a bomb inside the store. According to Plant City Police Department reports, at about 8:02 p.m. July 30, the teenager called […]
Continue ReadingPolice searching for Plant City shooting suspect
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Jose Alejandro Esparza, 32, who is wanted for attempted murder and domestic violence. Esparza and his stepbrother, Ramiro Silva, 22, of 2808 Chance Place, Plant City, got into an argument at about 8:30 p.m. Aug. 6. Esparza shot Silva in the face. It is unknown why […]
Continue ReadingHOMETOWN HERO: A World Away
She’s not even 2 years old yet, but already, Autumn Adair knows the distinct sound of an incoming call on Skype. When she hears the ring, she toddles excitedly over to the computer. For Autumn, Skype only means one thing: Daddy is calling. Plant City native U.S. Army Sgt. Thomas Adair, Autumn’s father, is five […]
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