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March 13, 2002
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New machines sail through election
[Times photo: Douglas R. Clifford]
Clearwater's city election Tuesday had a winner that wasn't a candidate: Pinellas County's new voting machine system. |
Howard Troxler
Voters can learn from watchdog's utility bite
You might recall that there has been an attempt in this year's Legislature to raise your local telephone rates. I am happy to report that the scheme seems to be in trouble.
Top stories
FDLE's report sheds little light on bank tower crash
The report affirms much of what was thought about teenager Charles Bishop's fatal flight.
Teacher fired over sex offense
Pinellas School Board members wrestle with the district's policy and split in their vote over misdemeanor charges.
Robberies spark 2-county chase
Police say two men robbed two women, then led authorities on a car chase into Hillsborough.
Strawberry in trouble again
The former Yankee is charged with violating probation and jailed after his ouster for breaking a rule at a treatment center.
Tampa Bay briefs
Woman killed last week identified
TGH joins state program to trim Medicaid costs
Tampa General links with another hospital, the state and Pfizer in a venture intended to save millions.
South Pinellas headlines
Seminole Pow Wow proves to be popular
Club played key role in progress of blacks
Judge allows motocross to rev up at speedway
Bogus theater passes are under investigation
1 incumbent, referendums are voted out
Newcomer joins incumbent on Town Council
Friszolowski narrowly wins race for mayor
I chose to be homeless, as do many
Jeweler shoots and misses, luckily
Panel to discuss police, community schism
Icky, nifty things to see and touch at fest
Modest crowd fails to dim Folk Fair success
Council member treated for blood clot
Business in brief
Seeking a whimsical ride? Rent a surrey
School briefs
Achievers
Reopening books, together
Junior League marks a moment in history
Guardsmen recall years of shared local history
Beaches notebook
Contest is really pro-create
Focus on volunteers
Military news
Teacher Drew making the grade on court
Belleview Biltmore is back on course
North Pinellas headlines
Changes pave way for trail addition
Mayor, commissioner re-elected
Hamilton wins; Hart defeated
County rejects billboard deals
Hair loss signals Missy's fatal illness
Principal may get second chance
Appeals court removes judge from llama case
Oldsmar official's call for benefits is wrong
Cutting trees angers readers
Man struck by car crossing road in Largo
Clearwater's turnout a little higher than usual
Hillsborough headlines
Bar's suit says city violated licensing rules
Students will pay more for school lunches
Tampa General doctor finalist for national award
Ernest Hooper
Everlasting love, Goody Goody and growing old
News of Florida
McKay backs off tax reform
Reno ends truck tour, not doubts on chances
Pieces missing in abuse records
Bill to ban cloning worries some lawmakers
Bush's education nominee approved
Legislature in brief
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