PET ADOPTION AND TREAT TASTING EVENT
On Monday, August 5, the Plant City Tractor Supply store at 1803 Jim Redman Parkway will host a Pet Adoption Event from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The rural lifestyle retailer, a one-stop shop for all things pet, including a wide variety of food, treats, toys, crates, carriers, training tools, and health supplements, will help alleviate needs and support important program initiatives. The event is open to the public and is in partnership with 4Health and Purina, who will be on hand with dogs and cats looking for homes. Additionally, the Plant City Tractor Supply will be hosting a pet treat-tasting event the same day starting at 8:00 a.m. The event is open to the public and will give pets the chance to sample a variety of pet treats available at Tractor Supply Company while simultaneously enjoying the Pet Adoption event. For more information, please contact the Plant City Tractor Supply at (813)-707-1185. Join and support community groups in their work to find good homes for great animals.
COLLEGE COMPASS
Hajar Abdel-Rahim is the Founder of College Compass. College Compass is an organization that provides college counseling to low-income, first-generation students through bi-monthly workshops at Strawberry Crest High School, and timely online content. These bi-monthly workshops have attendance of 60+ students, a population comprised primarily of Hispanic students. The organization’s Instagram has reached over 1600 accounts with 330+ followers. College Compass YouTube videos have over 40 returning viewers.
Although our workshops are provided in-person at Strawberry Crest, any high schooler can benefit from the online content on:
Instagram: @collegecompasscrest
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CollegeCompassChats
FRIENDS OF THE PCPD FOUNDATION
The Plant City Police Department Foundation’s vision is to enhance collaboration between Plant City’s residents and law enforcement by fostering a sense of security, respect and shared responsibility. Its mission is to enhance financial support for Plant City’s law enforcement and build stronger relationships with the community.
Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, with the purpose and focus to serve the PCPD by raising money through tax-deductible donations and community events.
The bicycles ridden by the highly effective bike squad were 12 years old and continually needed repairs. The Friends of the Plant City Police Department Foundation has purchased and provided four new bicycles of a quality suitable for the rigors of law enforcement. On the left is Sergeant Paul Tester, and on the right is Officer Derek Hartmann using their new bikes.
SALES TAX HOLIDAY
Back to School 2024 sales tax holiday began July 29 and ends August 11. During this time, consumers can purchase qualifying back-to-school supplies exempt from tax. This sales tax holiday was passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis. Qualifying items include:
• Learning aids and jigsaw puzzles selling for $30 or less
• Most school supplies selling for $50 or less
• Clothing, footwear, and accessories selling for $100 or less
• Computers and related accessories selling for $1,500 or less (when purchased for non-commercial and personal use).
For more information or questions, visit floridarevenue.com/backtoschool
