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VOLUME 6, NO. 231
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2023
PLANT CITY TO REVIEW ORDINANCES REGARDING SALE OF MARIJUANA MICHELLE CACERES
AS MORE STATES LEGALIZE MEDICAL OR RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA, PLANT CITY LEADERS TO DISCUSS ORDINANCES IN THE EVENT THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT LEGALIZES THE
DRUG.
STAFF WRITER
At last week’s City Commission meeting, the City Attorney Kenneth W. Buchman proposed two ordinances that would amend Plant City code regarding the sale of cannabis if the federal government moves to legalize the drug. Many states and territories now permit marijuana possession for certain medical purposes, and
2023 STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
JUNIOR ROYALTY WINNERS CROWNED THE NEW COURT CAN BE SEEN AT THE FLORIDA STRAWBERRY FESTIVALAND OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
MICHELLE CACERES STAFF WRITER
The Charlie Grimes Family Agricultural Center was aglow with glitz and glam Saturday night as contestants vied for a title in the 2023 Junior Royalty Pageant sponsored by the Florida Strawberry Festival. The fi e judges had their work cut out for them as more than 100 contestants confidently displ yed their grace, poise and personality during the pageant, emceed by brother/sister duo Kyle Robinson and Kerri Robinson Knox.
Meet this year’s Florida Strawberry Festival’s Junior Royalty Pageant winners.
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some have decriminalized or legalized possession of small quantities of marijuana for personal use. Under federal law, marijuana remains a Schedule One controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), and possession of marijuana for medical or personal use remains illegal.
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CITY COMMISSION RECOGNIZES THE ANOINTED LIFE MINISTRY OF PLANT CITY FOR TEN YEARS
MICHELLE CACERES STAFF WRITER
The Anointed Life Ministry of Plant City was recognized by the City Commission, earning a proclamation recognizing its 10 years of dedicated service to the community, helping guide the congregation on their spiritual quests. The church, headed by Pastor Lloyd MdDonald Jr. and his wife Evon, was established January 2013 and has grown from two members (its founders) to 75 members who meet in-person every week to learn about the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Many other members, some from other states, watch the services via Zoom. “The recognition is a great accomplishment for our ministry that can be achieved and cherished as we share the message of Jesus Christ
with others,” said Pastor McDonald. “I ask God to help us in accomplishing positive things to help our community and fellowmen.” “We’re a small congregation but we have big dreams,” said MdDonald. Mayor Nate Kilton proclaimed the proclamation as the highest honor that can be bestowed on an organization. City Manager Bill McDaniel commends the church for its positive impact on the city. “Our faith community is one of the backbones of Plant City and it’s very important to us,” said McDaniel. Its ministries include helping the homeless, grief counseling, mental health assistance and its children’s back-to-school program. For more information about The Anointed Life Ministry of Plant City visit www. theannointedlifeministry. com.