Members of the Plant City Optimist Club recently held their annual Youth Appreciation Ceremony recognizing eight local high school students for their accomplishments. ...more

December 9, 2009

The cafeteria went dark during Gaither High School's homecoming dance as it came time to crown the king and the queen. ...more

October 29, 2009

Winners of the Tampa Bay Young Professionals Awards were announced March 28 at the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk. Hosted by the South Tampa Young Leaders and Executives, the awards honored businesses' achievements in relationship building, professional development, philanthropic activity and community contribution. ...more

April 15, 2009

Although Alexandra Greacen has worked for Best Buddies for only three years, she recently was selected one of the nonprofit organization's national employees of the year. She started as a volunteer for the organization that promotes friendship for people with disabilities before becoming the national senior program manager and the Florida director of programs in 2006. ...more

March 25, 2009

When the Hillsborough County School Board named a new high school near Plant City "Strawberry Crest," a lot of people whooped and hollered. ...more

March 22, 2009

Plant City High is firmly rooted in the community and proud of its agricultural history. ...more

March 20, 2009

Entering its ninth year serving handicapped and challenged individuals throughout West Pasco and surrounding areas, the Achievers of America launched another successful softball season Wednesday afternoon at Hudson's Veterans Memorial Park. The opening day for the Achievers took place a week late because rain washed out last Wednesday's game, but about 20 athletes and numerous other volunteers and supporters participated in the first of 27 weekly events. ...more

January 17, 2009

Here are the contestants for 2009 Florida Strawberry Festival queen: KAITLIN MACKENZIE ALLEN, daughter of Kenneth and Rhonda Allen. She is a junior at Plant City High School. She plans to attend the University of Florida or the University of Central Florida for pre-veterinarian studies. She is active with FFA. ...more

January 14, 2009

More people are talking about buying fewer baubles and gadgets this year and giving more meaningful gifts, like charitable donations. ...more

November 25, 2008

Tampa Bay Fashion Week, at various locations in the Bay area, will showcase local designers and their creations. ...more

September 18, 2008