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06/14/2026

Hey, readers đź‘‹ What summer treat brings back childhood memories?

At just five years old, one Plant City resident launched a project to encourage reading and kindness in the community. L...
06/13/2026

At just five years old, one Plant City resident launched a project to encourage reading and kindness in the community.

Lyla-brary is inspired by Lyla Howard's chosen humanitarian platform for pageants - literacy and community service. These goals encourage kids to build confidence, grow public speaking skills, and learn the importance of giving back.

You can find these free little libraries at the following locations:
đź“Ť Mike Sansone Baseball Park
đź“Ť Cherry Street Baseball Park

Learn more about the inspiration behind the project and what Lyla hopes to achieve in this week’s Plant City Observer.

https://www.plantcityobserver.com/lyla-brary-spreads-kindness-and-a-love-of-reading-across-plant-city/

Meet our Athlete of the Week: Jayce “J-Dogg” McConnellJayce has played for the Plant City Warriors for the past five yea...
06/12/2026

Meet our Athlete of the Week: Jayce “J-Dogg” McConnell

Jayce has played for the Plant City Warriors for the past five years, demonstrating commitment, teamwork, and perseverance on and off the field.

Catch Jayce's interview where we chat about his trips to Cooperstown in this week's Plant City Observer: https://www.plantcityobserver.com/athlete-of-the-week-06-11-26/

This week in Plant City: Commissioners John Haney and Karen Kerr are sworn in, Mayor Nate Kilton retains his seat for an...
06/11/2026

This week in Plant City: Commissioners John Haney and Karen Kerr are sworn in, Mayor Nate Kilton retains his seat for another year, Lyla-brary inspires kids, Plant City Lancers head to Nationals, and more!

Find your copy in the red newspaper boxes around town or read it online: https://www.plantcityobserver.com/e-edition/06-11-26-plco/

We 🍓 Plant City! Susan Moeller planted sunflower seeds in her front yard, and here are the results.Submit your photos to...
06/10/2026

We 🍓 Plant City! Susan Moeller planted sunflower seeds in her front yard, and here are the results.

Submit your photos to Sarah Holt at [email protected] for a chance to be featured 📸

Want to feature your athlete? Send in Athlete of the Week nominations! Contact Sarah Holt at sholt@plantcityobserver.com...
06/09/2026

Want to feature your athlete? Send in Athlete of the Week nominations!

Contact Sarah Holt at [email protected] for a chance to be featured 📸

For nearly half a century, Pastor Joe Bowles has stood behind the pulpit at Shiloh Baptist Church, shepherding generatio...
06/09/2026

For nearly half a century, Pastor Joe Bowles has stood behind the pulpit at Shiloh Baptist Church, shepherding generations of families through life’s joys, challenges, and milestones. As he transitions into a semi-retired role after 48 years as pastor, he reflects on a journey rooted in faith, commitment, and a deep love for the church he has called home for more than five decades.

Learn about his legacy and what the next chapter looks like in last week’s Plant City Observer: https://www.plantcityobserver.com/a-lifetime-of-faithful-service-pastor-reflects-on-nearly-five-decades-at-shiloh-baptist-church/

For Joyce Jordan Hook, helping others was never a choice; it was simply how she was raised.Growing up, Hook learned earl...
06/09/2026

For Joyce Jordan Hook, helping others was never a choice; it was simply how she was raised.

Growing up, Hook learned early that hardship was no excuse for overlooking the needs of others.

“We were raised very poor,” she recalled. “But we were taught that no matter how poor we were, there were people less fortunate than us, and we were supposed to help if we could.”

That lesson would become the foundation of a lifetime dedicated to serving her community.

Discover how this local resident has supported her community in last week’s Plant City Observer:

https://www.plantcityobserver.com/a-life-of-service-how-joyce-jordan-hook-built-a-legacy-of-helping-others/

Plant smart this season with varieties suited to Florida’s unique growing conditions. June in Central Florida’s Zone 9b ...
06/08/2026

Plant smart this season with varieties suited to Florida’s unique growing conditions. June in Central Florida’s Zone 9b is not the end of the gardening season. It is simply the transition into a different one.

Learn which crops thrive in tropical and subtropical climates in last week’s Plant City Observer:

https://www.plantcityobserver.com/florida-summer-crops-that-actually-love-the-heat/

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