Tampa Bay: January 13, 2002
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Some pupils may be asked to move
[Times photo: Fred Victorin]
ST. PETERSBURG -- The Pinellas County School District has unpleasant news for parents who plan to seek special attendance permits so their children can either attend or avoid certain Pinellas County schools. |
South Pinellas County news
Police chief opens up, with car
ST. PETERSBURG -- On a Tuesday morning radio show, police Chief Chuck Harmon announced, "We are going to continue to move forward."
Learning on the loose
GULFPORT -- At 9 a.m., the teachers in Room 4A of Gulfport Elementary School lost control.
Assembly like one big therapy session
People who normally don't rub elbows -- from various officials to advocates -- will hash over issues in May.
Longtime city leader hangs up council hat
Newly married Jim Dunn will end a 16-year stint and basks in such accomplishments as the library and rec center.
Neighbors turn out to derail skate park
Commissioners had planed to move ahead with the project in Kolb Park, but now other sites will be studied.
Pass error confounds toll booth scanners
The company that prints passes for the Causeway bridge mistakenly left last year's bar code on them.
Left turn on U.S. 19 opened at 110th Ave.
With the closure of 116th Avenue N, Pinellas Park officials make a quick decision to prevent traffic hazards.
4th false alarm to thin city wallets
Pinellas Park city buildings will get three freebies a year. Fines will escalate after that.
Taxpayers strengthen families -- and society
The Juvenile Welfare Board. It sounds like the group that hands out welfare checks to kids. Right? Wrong.
Links chapter brings in the New Year in style
The holidays are over and we now look ahead to the resumption of fundraisers and benefits. But before I move on to 2002, I will report on a few parties that ended 2001.
Rely on public officials, not lobbyists
Re: County will hire lobbyist to get bigger slice of pie, Jan. 2.
Decision split council but city emerged winner
SEMINOLE -- It was a risky move: Raising taxes and spending $1-million for some ballfields.
Woman killed, two injured in wreck
ST. PETERSBURG -- A 31-year-old St. Petersburg woman was killed early Saturday when she ran a red light and hit a van.
Little League pioneer George Kickliter die
ST. PETERSBURG -- George K. Kickliter, a local lawyer and accountant for more than 60 years who helped bring Little League baseball to Florida, died Thursday (Jan. 10, 2002) at Northside Hospital and Heart Institute. He was 94.
Incomplete applications cost neighborhoods grants
ST. PETERSBURG -- This year's Neighborhood Partnership grants left 20 neighborhoods happier, and with their work cut out for them. Other association leaders say they feel let down, but vow to return next year.
Police officers getting pay raise
INDIAN SHORES -- With a new contract approved Friday, nine police officers will get a pay raise retroactive to October that should mean almost $500 each right away.
New Publix's reach could be great
While being built for the burgeoning downtown area, the store is expected attract other loyal customers.
City approves Childs Park athletic complex
ST. PETERSBURG -- The Childs Park area will get a new athletic complex, including two lighted football fields, paid for by grant money and Penny for Pinellas.
City can help motorists avoid breaking the law
Hi. We're back.
Weight room welcomes kids again
SEMINOLE -- Youths who want to pump iron are welcome back in the weight room at Seminole Recreation Center.
Step by step, mall walkers enjoy the fun
For 30 years, the Seminole Mall Walkers has offered comraderie, fun and exercise to a large group of people.
Childs Park kids to play at new athletic complex
ST. PETERSBURG -- The Childs Park area will get a new athletic complex, including two lighted football fields, paid for by grant money and Penny for Pinellas.
City to organize new youth board
SEMINOLE -- If you're a teenager who lives in Seminole and you are interested in politics, the city soon may have a job for you.
What's up on campus
University of South Florida
Gymnasts make jump to college competition
The optional gymnastics season just started, but some Level 10 competitors already have reached major goals.
Tritons take hot streak into conference play
Informed that his team had a seven-game win streak heading into Saturday's Sunshine State Conference game against Florida Tech, Eckerd College men's basketball coach Tom Ryan chuckled before referring to his schedule.
Tourney director Garrett strikes up many friendships
John "J.J." Garrett III looks at life from three different angles and likes what he sees.
Catholic school hires a legacy
ST. PETERSBURG -- Seeking new leadership, St. Paul Catholic School is turning to a familiar face.
Rotarian awards honor city's top cops
The annual awards honor the memory of E.L. "Ned" March, a Rotarian and good friend of the St. Petersburg police.
