Michelle Caceres

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Editor at Plant City Times & Observer

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Gentlemen’s Quest Club Gets Visit From Police Chief

3 weeks ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Police build rapport with youth while encouraging character and success. Photos courtesy of Stanley GloverWoo, woo, woo. Plant City Police Department Chief Richard Mills, Jr. and Captain Alfred Van Duyne visited the Marshall Middle Magnet IB World School’s Gentlemen’s Quest Club on Monday to engage with students and build positive relationships, offer guidance and support their development.
Florida Strawberry Festival Delivers Sweet Economic Boost to Plant City and Its People

1 month ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Its effects ripple through the community to local families. Every spring, more than 650,000 visitors flock to Plant City for the Florida Strawberry Festival, lured by the scent of fried foods, the sound of thrilling concerts and small-town charm, but long after the food is eaten and the concerts end lies a powerful story of economic impact that touches nearly every corner of the community.
Spring Cleaning and Well-Being

1 month ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

These tips will help tackle dirt and grime to create a healthy home. Baseboards and bathrooms and vents, oh my. While not everyone may enjoy their spring cleaning chores, it’s better than some other seasonal activities that occur during the same time frame, like writing a fat check to Uncle Sam or trying to figure out if the cat food purchased to feed stray cats is tax deductible (it’s not, if you’re wondering).
Mother-Daughter Duo Celebrates Six Sweet Years of Cookie Success at Florida Strawberry Festival

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Cookie Barn serves up five varieties of warm, freshly-baked cookies. Get ‘em before they’re gone. For six years, the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cookies has drawn crowds to one particular stand at the Florida Strawberry Festival. Behind the “sweet success” of the Cookie Barn is a mother-daughter duo with an unusual twist- only one of them knows the recipes.
The Berry Best Mascots: Mr. & Miss Berry

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Get your picture taken with the berry cutest duo during the 11-day event. Even though the Florida Strawberry Festival (FSF) has been welcoming visitors through its gates to enjoy berries, berries and more berries since 1930 (then known as the Plant City Strawberry Festival), Mr. And Miss Berry, the official mascots of the 11-day event, didn’t make their first appearance until Feb. 10, 1993.
New Midway Rides Sure to Thrill

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Thrill-seeking options of all sizes on the Florida Strawberry Festival midway. For thrill seekers of all ages, there’s something about experiencing the physical sensation of terror while knowing you’re safe on some level that is absolutely satisfying. While the Florida Strawberry Festival has contracted with a different midway company this year, that doesn’t mean that those seeking that rush won’t find it on one (or more) of the new company’s rides.
Know Before You Go

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

2025 Florida Strawberry Festival Facts Planning ahead will make your visit to the 2025 Florida Strawberry Festival even more fruitful. Please take a few minutes to look over these answers to your questions. How much is admission? Regular admission at the gate is $15 for ages 13 and up, $5 for children ages 6 to 12 and always FREE for children 5 and under. Are any discounts available?
Sweeten Up Life With Homemade Strawberry Jam | Plant City Observer

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Preserving seasonal strawberries is simple with these easy homemade jam recipes. As folks revel in the sweet peak of strawberry season, and you’ve had your fill of eating them right out of the container or field, it’s time to figure out what to do with all those ripe, gorgeous red berries so you can enjoy their flavor months after the season is over.
Battle of Berries/Where to Get Your Strawberry Shortcake

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

Whether a lifelong berry lover or a first-time visitor, the Florida Strawberry Festival has something to satisfy every craving. Festival goers can delight in a wide variety of mouth-watering strawberry-inspired treats, from refreshing strawberry milkshakes that are thick and creamy to strawberry pizza, a buttery shortbread crust, cream cheese spread topped with fresh strawberries and a strawberry jelly sauce.
Florida Strawberry Festival New Foods Tempt Festival Goers

2 months ago | plantcityobserver.com | Michelle Caceres

As the Florida Strawberry Festival opens Feb. 27, it’s time for hungry (and adventurous) Plant Citians to dive into the array of new food offerings at this year’s festival. While you may be eagerly awaiting your chance to get in line for the festival’s staple dishes (Amish donuts, Fiske fries, Smitty’s corndogs or strawberry shortcake), take a look at these new savory and sweet menu options sure to excite and please your palette.