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FEATURE:

CLASS OF 2023 SENIOR PORTRAITS

Thousands of students will graduate from Plant City and Dover high schools over the next few weeks. FOCUS is proud to feature each graduate’s senior portrait in this special issue.

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FEATURE:

1914 HAS MANY TALES TO TELL

By Cierra Craft

The City’s April 24 Commission Meeting about the future use of the 1914 High School Community Center has stirred up quite a buzz. Learn more about the RFP and learn more about one 501(c)3 ready to take the helm.

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FEATURE: 2023 VALEDICTORIANS & SALUTATORIANS

By Cheryl Johnston

Meet the four Valedictorians and four Salutatorians representing Plant City High, Durant High, Strawberry Crest IB, and Strawberry Crest’s traditional graduating classes. These top students chat about what’s next, favorites & more.

75 SPOTLIGHT: NEW SFBH EXPANDS TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY

By BayCare

For 70 years, South Florida Baptist Hospital has served the medical needs of the greater Plant City area. Now, the hospital is preparing for a relocation to the northeast quadrant of town. Learn more about the hospital’s plan for the next 70 years.