Florida Strawberry Festival wraps up 96th year in Plant City, drawing hundreds of thousands
The Florida Strawberry Festival wrapped up Sunday, bringing crowds for concerts, carnival rides, agricultural exhibits and, of course, plenty of strawberry shortcake.
The Florida Strawberry Festival wrapped up Sunday, bringing crowds for concerts, carnival rides, agricultural exhibits and, of course, plenty of strawberry shortcake.
Plant City motorcyclist dies after being hit by 2 vehicles near Lakeland Linder International Airport: PCSO
A 29-year-old man was killed Saturday night after he crashed his motorcycle and was hit by two vehicles near Lakeland Linder International Airport, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
A 29-year-old man was killed Saturday night after he crashed his motorcycle and was hit by two vehicles near Lakeland Linder International Airport, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida farmers bracing for latest cold snap after they saw $3 billion in losses due to January frost
Florida farmers are preparing for a second freeze of the season that could make an already difficult year even worse.
Florida farmers are preparing for a second freeze of the season that could make an already difficult year even worse.
Rays, property taxes, Ybor safety hot topics during ‘State of Our Cities’ panel with 3 city mayors
When three of Hillsborough County’s top city leaders share a stage to answer questions, the community doesn't shy away.
When three of Hillsborough County’s top city leaders share a stage to answer questions, the community doesn't shy away.
Body found inside truck submerged in Plant City pond during search for missing man: HCSO
Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said they found a body inside a truck they pulled from a Plant City pond on Tuesday while searching for missing 50-year-old Derek Smith.
Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said they found a body inside a truck they pulled from a Plant City pond on Tuesday while searching for missing 50-year-old Derek Smith.
Tampa 'super speeder' jailed after going more than 140 mph on I-4: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a man was arrested early Wednesday morning after a trooper clocked a sedan traveling at more than 140 mph on Interstate 4 in Plant City.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a man was arrested early Wednesday morning after a trooper clocked a sedan traveling at more than 140 mph on Interstate 4 in Plant City.
Teen sentenced in deadly crash following 2022 police chase from Tampa to Plant City
A teen was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for a deadly crash that ended a high-speed police chase from Tampa into Plant City in 2022.
A teen was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for a deadly crash that ended a high-speed police chase from Tampa into Plant City in 2022.
Woman planning to take her own life rescued at Alderman Ford Nature Preserve: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Christmas Lane brings 1.5 million lights to Plant City
Christmas Lane is back for the holiday season in Plant City, transforming part of the Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds into a massive walk-through winter wonderland.
Christmas Lane is back for the holiday season in Plant City, transforming part of the Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds into a massive walk-through winter wonderland.
Durant High School Orchestra looking for support before trip to Carnegie Hall in NYC
The Durant High School Chamber Orchestra was one of six high schools selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in March 2026.
The Durant High School Chamber Orchestra was one of six high schools selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in March 2026.
Florida Strawberry Festival adds 2 more performances to 2026 concert lineup
Two more acts have just been announced for the 2026 Florida Strawberry Festival.
Two more acts have just been announced for the 2026 Florida Strawberry Festival.
Teens arrested after gun found in backpack during burglary investigation at Plant City High School: HCSO
Two students were arrested after Hillsborough County deputies investigated reports that a loaded gun was stolen in the parking lot at Plant City High School Wednesday.
Two students were arrested after Hillsborough County deputies investigated reports that a loaded gun was stolen in the parking lot at Plant City High School Wednesday.
Man arrested after chase in stolen F-150, detectives find meth in backpack: HCSO
A man accused of stealing a truck in Plant City is facing several charges after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detectives and an aviation unit tracked him down during a pursuit Tuesday afternoon.
A man accused of stealing a truck in Plant City is facing several charges after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detectives and an aviation unit tracked him down during a pursuit Tuesday afternoon.
Strawberry Festival announces 2026 concert lineup
The Strawberry Festival has just announced its 2026 concert lineup, which includes Alabama, Riley Green and Dierks Bently.
The Strawberry Festival has just announced its 2026 concert lineup, which includes Alabama, Riley Green and Dierks Bently.
Teen arrested with guns, drugs and cash in Plant City: HCSO
A teen is facing several charges after being arrested in Plant City with rifles, thousands of dollars in cash and over 100 pounds of concentrated THC, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A teen is facing several charges after being arrested in Plant City with rifles, thousands of dollars in cash and over 100 pounds of concentrated THC, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Traffic backs up I-4 westbound after deadly crash in Plant City: FHP
All westbound lanes of I-4 were closed in Plant City on Saturday after a crash happened west of Branch Forbes Rd., according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
All westbound lanes of I-4 were closed in Plant City on Saturday after a crash happened west of Branch Forbes Rd., according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida farmers struggle as fewer migrant workers want H-2A visas
In Plant City, one of Florida’s agricultural hubs, farms depend heavily on migrant labor to keep fields producing and crops from rotting. Local farmer Lee Wroten says nearly all his workforce is made up of H-2A visa holders.
In Plant City, one of Florida’s agricultural hubs, farms depend heavily on migrant labor to keep fields producing and crops from rotting. Local farmer Lee Wroten says nearly all his workforce is made up of H-2A visa holders.
Keel Farms celebrates fall with 'Harvest Days' every weekend of October
Pumpkins, pours, and plenty of petting-zoo fun are drawing big crowds to Keel Farms this fall.
Pumpkins, pours, and plenty of petting-zoo fun are drawing big crowds to Keel Farms this fall.
Cooper Park drowning under investigation by Plant City police
Plant City police are investigating after they say a man drowned at Cooper Park on Monday afternoon.
Plant City police are investigating after they say a man drowned at Cooper Park on Monday afternoon.
'Deacon of Death' set to be executed in killings of two Hillsborough County women
Hillsborough County killer Samuel Smithers is about to face the final punishment. The so-called "Deacon of Death" is slated to be executed on October 14.
Hillsborough County killer Samuel Smithers is about to face the final punishment. The so-called "Deacon of Death" is slated to be executed on October 14.