July 1, 2002

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Having cell phones for his family lets a Tampa dad's kids feel like part of the "in" crowd and gives him peace of mind when they are out with friends. That's good news to wireless companies eager to expand their markets. Story
[Times photo: Thomas M. Goethe]
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