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

The new Veterans Monument project took another step forward last week when volunteers started landscaping the park with plants that feature red, white or blue flowers. ...more

December 9, 2009

The city is applying for more than $5 million in state and federal help with local road, sidewalk and drainage projects. ...more

November 11, 2009

Parking would be prohibited on portions of several downtown streets during monthly motorcycle and antique car shows under a law being considered by city commissioners. Commissioners are to vote Monday on an ordinance that would regulate parking. A public hearing will be held during the commission's 7:30 p.m. meeting at City Hall, 302 W. Reynolds St. ...more

March 3, 2009

An effort by more than 400 law enforcement officers from local, county and state agencies paid off late this afternoon. The search for the slaying suspect, which paralyzed Plant City for most of the day, ended shortly before 3:45 p.m. with the capture of 25-year-old Francisco Rangel. ...more

December 5, 2008

A half-dozen railroad crossings will be closed to vehicular traffic starting next week while workers make improvements and repairs, according to the city's public works department. ...more

May 24, 2008

PLANT CITY A half-dozen railroad crossings will be closed to vehicular traffic starting next week while workers make improvements and repairs, according to the city's public works department. ...more

May 22, 2008

The 2008 Black Heritage Festival this week will highlight Black History Month in the area. ...more

February 6, 2008

One Family's Pet Project Plant City residents may notice the pet store on Wheeler Street is starting to come to life again after being abandoned by its former owner over his sexual predator past. Now the Lewis family has set up shop in the spot, and "We're trying to bring the reputation of the pet store back up." ...more

January 27, 2008

The flier on the door of the new pet store on Wheeler Street seemed innocuous enough: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. ...more

January 26, 2008