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 […]
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Plant 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. online pharmacy buy imuran online no prescription online pharmacy https://copyblogger.com/wp-content/uploads/tcb_content_templates/lead_generation/images/bactroban.html with best prices today in the USA Classes are held from 3:15 […]
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. online pharmacy buy female-cialis without prescription with best prices today in the USA Hillsborough County Public Schools is nearing completion on several major construction projects through Plant City. online pharmacy buy nolvadex with best prices […]
Continue ReadingDowntown resident launches historic walk
online pharmacy pepcid no prescription 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 […]
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. online pharmacy buy strattera no insurance with best prices today in the USA According to Plant […]
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. online pharmacy order zocor online with best prices today in the USA Esparza and his stepbrother, Ramiro Silva, 22, of 2808 Chance Place, Plant City, got into an argument at about 8:30 […]
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 […]
Continue ReadingState releases 2013 FCAT grades
Of the 24 Plant City public and charter schools that took the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test, only one showed year-to-year gains amid tougher tests, stricter grading standards and transition to Common Core State Standards. Knights Elementary earned Plant City’s only A grade this year, up from a B in 2012. Letter grades for Plant City’s […]
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