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June 30, 2002
Tampa Bay: June 30, 2002
South Pinellas County news
Consultant: City should rethink its pay scale
The move would bring Seminole's pay scale in line with other area cities, making it more attractive to potential employees.
Land code changes revive dispute
Critics say St. Pete Beach officials are reneging on a promise to wait for a new master plan before making changes to the city's land use regulations.
Pinellas Park won't annex adult bar
PINELLAS PARK -- In a rare move, council members on Thursday turned down a business owner who wanted to annex into the city.
Veterans' families get comforts of home
Veterans welcome the Fisher House, a home that caters to families of patients in military hospitals.
Dr. Delay
Driving on shoulder is a no-no, anywhere
The Florida Highway Patrol has been spending a lot of time lately chasing down speeders on Interstate 275 between 22nd Avenue N and Roosevelt Boulevard. Since they're in the neighborhood, we have a tip on where they might find violators of another kind.
Band helps trumpet alumni fund drive
The band is sporting new uniforms and the library and field house got a windfall from the Green Devil Fund, a year-old fundraiser among St. Petersburg High's alumni.
Bike riders race to answer a call for help in AIDS fight
A Seminole man with little riding experience nevertheless jumps at a chance to ride across Europe to raise money for AIDS research.
Ready to show off at Sailboat Row
It's a little-known part of town, focused on boats, boats and more boats. But a business group plans big things for it.
It's hard to clean up in laundry business
Owning a self-service laundry is hot, constant work. You learn to fix washers and dryers or pay high repair bills.
New building rules will get an airing in Treasure Island
Several meetings are planned to discuss proposed regulations that would allow for more height on projects.
Tall ship festivities draw energetic crowd
Not even the temperature was hotter in downtown St. Petersburg last week than Americas' Sail 2002.
Pinellas Park joins annexation dispute
It, and Seminole, voted to join forces with Kenneth City to challenge the county's right to set annexation boundaries.
Special recruits join force as honorary officers
After a three-day stint with police, 10 youths with chronic illnesses become honorary police officers.
City, developer want to partner on visioning plan
Madeira Beach wants to develop a public park by the Tom Stuart Causeway. The developer might consider a mixed-use retail complex near the park.
Downtown YMCA owner to sell building
Plans had called for the credit card marketer to turn it into an elaborate private residence. But setbacks have made him reconsider.
Indian Rocks toughens rules for dogs, skaters
The city will seek permission to charge nonresidents at the dog park. Meanwhile, deputies get the tougher rules they sought for skaters.
Say goodbye to horse stable, hello apartments
Sixteen estate-style homes and a 130-unit apartment complex will occupy an undeveloped area annexed this year.
Role model recalled as a coach of life
KEN ROBINSON, 1947-2002: People who knew Ken Robinson admired his coaching, but were most impressed by the love and respect he earned.
Project entices city, Tampa developer
Madeira Beach wants to develop a public park by the Tom Stuart Causeway. The developer might consider a mixed-use retail complex near the park.
Bowling will be recognized as interscholastic sport
Official sanction is two years away, but Florida high school bowling took a huge step toward greater recognition with a recent FHSAA ruling.
Letters
Nickel-and-dimed too many times
Re: Taxes may go up for some, June 26.
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