June 3, 2016
Staff Report In 2014, 21,022 motor vehicle passengers lost their lives. Tragically some of these deaths could have been prevented if the passenger had been wearing a seat belt. Seat belts save lives. Yet, AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety research found nearly on in five drivers report having driven without wearing their seat belt in the […]
June 3, 2016
By Andria Barrios Barely Used Auto Parts of Brandon, also known as Brandon Auto Services, is owned by locals Ken Anderson and Steve Holland and has recently expanded its services to the Plant City community. The company’s goal is to purchase damaged or used vehicles in order to recycle usable parts for consumer use and […]
June 3, 2016
By Michelle Caceres The Brenda Wade Team doesn’t just work together; they play together. Brenda treats her hard-working team to getaways for well-deserved relaxation and team-building. A recent four-day getaway to Washington D.C. not only provided that much needed time out, but also amplified the team’s patriotism and love of country. “We serve so many […]
June 3, 2016
By Amy Schechter Patients and parents of Carr Pediatric Dentistry never dread the dentist. Since 2010, the practice continues to “drive” children to better dental health through Dr. Carr and her staff’s commitment to comfortable, inviting dental treatments, but her practice is about to get a “boost” in speed. Dr. Natalie Carr is now Dr. […]
June 3, 2016
By Michelle Caceres Fifteen years ago, Lea Orchard was a mother of four with a background as a CPA with a national firm. It was time to gain more control of the family’s financial destiny and the decision was made to own their own business. A few options were tossed around at first: a maid […]
June 3, 2016
By Michelle Colesanti Firewood BBQ Expands To Plant City Firewood BBQ, located in Lithia, across from the Fire Station, has expanded to a mobile site at 3002 James L Redman Hwy in Plant City, across from Chili’s. Open daily for lunch. Standard lunch menu items are avaliable including pork and brisket sandwiches as well as their […]
June 1, 2016
By Rich Crete Hey Bird Guy! I found a baby bird. What should I do? -M.W. of Bloomingdale West I’m asked this frequently every spring. The best chance baby birds have to survive is with its parents, not with human care. If the baby has no feathers, it may have fallen out of the nest. […]
June 1, 2016
By Kathy Collins Children ages 4 to 13 are encouraged to enter artwork in Center Place’s 4th Annual Children’s Community Art Show. The Show, Little Monsters Create, celebrates the creativity of the area’s aspiring young artists. Children may enter artwork which includes drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, jewelry, clay and wood. The show will be on […]
June 1, 2016
By Kathy Collins The Florida Academy of Performing Arts’ (FAOPA) Showcase Players will present West Side Story on Friday, June 10 at 7 p.m., Saturday, June 11 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, June 12 at 2 and 7 p.m. The performances will take place at The Barn located at 11349 Bloomingdale Ave. Tickets […]
June 3, 2016
Osprey Observer Journalist Uncovers Grandfather’s Magical Photos
By Kelly Wise Valdes My grandfather, Chet Wise, was a master craftsman/woodworker that handcrafted many of the architectural details during the construction of the Magic Kingdom in Orlando. He was a patient perfectionist and meticulous in his craftsmanship. Apparently, Walt Disney had been very particular in the details of everything in the original Disneyland Park […]
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