Spud busters making headway [Times photo: Jim Damaske] Park workers move ahead in their battle against tenacious air potatoes, but eradication takes time. Students help 'mash' air potato problem Fifth-graders spend a day at a nature park removing the spuds, which can choke out native plants.

North Pinellas County news
She leaps, she cheers, she lands on cover
Plus, cheerleader of the month Gabriella Esposito of Countryside High nails a $1,000 scholarship.

Chance of nighttime trail opening wanes
Although use after dusk is being studied, residents on the Pinellas Trail and some commissioners oppose it.

Dunedin plans to smooth avenue
Bolstered by a grant from the state, the city takes steps toward fixing a street that makes drivers grumble.

Young performers sparkle onstage
A showcase at Ruth Eckerd Hall puts the spotlight on public and private school students.

Public art deserves study, not haste
Re: Hopes high for tall birds in roundabout, story, Feb. 17.

Man slain after argument; deputies search for 2 men
LARGO -- Sheriff's deputies used a helicopter and dogs to search for two men involved in a fatal shooting late Sunday.

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