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VOLUME 6, NO. 49
BIG DOG’S BIG MISTAKE Big Dog’s Patio threw a biker block party on May 11 without acquiring a single city permit. Now the city has been granted an injunction against the offending parties.
BREANNE WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER
When the motorcycles began to roll into town on May 11, no one batted an eye. After all, events are held every week in the heart of Plant City, so why should this be any different?
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Bright orange cones were used to block city streets, vendors set up shop in the middle of the roadway and men poured full pitchers of water on willing women during the advertised wet t-shirt contest. The fun started to gravitate away from Big Dog’s, spilling into the streets as people drank, smoked, danced and enjoyed their night on the town. In fact, photos indicated alcohol was consumed within 500 feet of the bar, including in McCall Park. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
PLANT CITY BEATS CREST FOR
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
The Raiders and Chargers battled for the 8A baseball state championship in Fort Myers on May 30.
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CHILDREN INVITED TO CRUISE-IN BREANNE WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER
This month, the beloved Strawberry Classic Cruise-In is kicking off a new contest for local youth.
The monthly car show held in downtown Plant City is getting a fresh look this month with the addition of the new Kids Build Car Contest. For years the Strawberry Classic Cruise-In has drawn crowds of car enthusiasts to the heart of downtown Plant City. As owners of coveted and unique automobiles camp out along nearby streets, crowds flock to stroll the rows of refurbished vehicles and get to know some of the proud owners.
However, the attendees tend to lean toward adults only, with few families routinely making stops at the event. The Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce, who hosts the event, is partnering with Brick City Bricks to help change that and remind families there are loads of unique and fun opportunities waiting around every corner.
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