Bud Nifong, a career educator who immersed himself in the activities of his adopted hometown of Plant City, died Wednesday. He was 83. ...more

September 13, 2008

Bud Nifong, a career educator who immersed himself in the activities of his adopted hometown of Plant City, died Wednesday. He was 83. ...more

September 12, 2008

Betty Chambers, an iconic symbol and community leader, died Sunday at her home after a three-month battle with lung cancer. She was 86. ...more

July 23, 2008

Betty Chambers, an iconic symbol and community leader, died Sunday at her home after a year-long battle with lung cancer. She was 86. ...more

July 21, 2008

Roy Parke, probably the most recognized face among Florida strawberry growers and unofficially the "Strawberry King," died this morning. ...more

June 5, 2008

PLANT CITY Roy Parke, a longtime grower and the unofficial "Strawberry King," died this morning. He was 86. ...more

June 5, 2008