The Gators may have lost in big in the Southeastern Conference championship game, but that didn't relieve City Commissioner Dan Raulerson from making good on his losing bet that called for the Seminoles fan to pay tribute to Florida. ...more

December 20, 2009

The two members of the city commission whose terms expire in 2010 say they plan to file for re-election. Mayor Rick Lott and Commissioner Dan Raulerson say they want to help guide the city's future. ...more

December 19, 2009

Good weather and high spirits took center stage at McCall Park on Dec. 3 as Lights of Love illuminated the live 24-foot cedar tree on Drane Street along with the city's seasonal light displays strung from Wheeler Street to the historical depot. ...more

December 16, 2009

City Commissioner Dan Raulerson predicted an FSU win over the Gators by a touchdown in Saturday's big game, touching off rivalries and friendly wagers with other city officials. ...more

November 27, 2009

Everybody jokes about how a committee is the place ideas go to die, a group that keeps minutes and wastes hours. ...more

November 17, 2009

The South Florida Baptist Hospital Foundation's eighth annual Fall Fancy is noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at the home of Mayor Rick Lott and his wife, Dianna, 3200 Polo Place, Walden Lake. ...more

November 4, 2009

Farmers will take a bow 7:30 a.m. Aug. 12 at Plant City's annual Salute to Agriculture breakfast. ...more

July 27, 2009

Rick Lott will remain the city's mayor for another term. Lott was the unanimous choice of his fellow city commissioners to remain in the office for a third year. The five commissioners choose a mayor from their own ranks each June. ...more

June 9, 2009

The elimination of Boys and Girls Club activities at one of two local facilities has city commissioners concerned about the resulting void in local youth programs. ...more

April 1, 2009

Jessica Simpson's concert at the Florida Strawberry Festival may have gotten mixed reviews from music critics. ...more

March 18, 2009