A legend, yet a mystery [Special to the Times] Don Thompson is a household name in Tampa's black community, but there are only a few details of his life to be found.

Hillsborough County news
Officers, dog stung while chasing suspect
A Plant City police officer and a sheriff's deputy and his canine stumbled on a hornets' nest and were each stung dozens of times Monday while chasing a suspect, authorities said.

Next stop: International Plaza by bus
The gleaming upscale mall now has a shiny stop for public transit.

Deaths of pet cats frighten owners
A Hillsborough neighborhood's residents say as many as 17 have been killed. Save the evidence, deputies urge.

Superintendent promises to keep schools competitive
At his back-to-school news conference, Earl Lennard vows to improve F-ranked schools and keep public schools an attractive option for parents.

Ernest Hooper
Streetcar run timed well? Win for Ronda
Testing for the city's new streetcar system began Monday and continues today on tracks near the Ice Palace.

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