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August 28, 2002
Tampa Bay: August 28, 2002
North Pinellas County news
Condo directors learn fire safety
Clearwater Fire Department's public education leader Art Brown urges managers to install sprinklers and to take other proactive measures.
Largo couple injured in crash on U.S. 19
TARPON SPRINGS -- A Largo couple was injured and lunchtime traffic on U.S. 19 was snarled Tuesday after a pickup truck towing a trailer load of sod jackknifed on the wet road. The red 1997 Dodge 4x4 was headed north on U.S. 19 when it crossed the median just north of the Anclote River bridge about 12:22 p.m. The truck and trailer slid into the path of a red 1999 Toyota Corolla driven by Ron Fleming, 58, of 12111 74th St. N, Largo.
Fine over election is final word, board says
The state Elections Commission denies a rehearing for Mary Laurance, who wants to explain why a campaign finance report arrived late.
Mayor questions noise task force
Safety Harbor Mayor Pam Corbino isn't convinced a task force created to discuss noise issues brought up by a lengthened St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport runway will do the job.
Palm Harbor academy shuts down after 11 years
With enrollment dwindling and more schools popping up, Palm Harbor Christian Academy decides to close.
Tax rise expected for fire service
The Palm Harbor department faces large jumps in insurance costs and in payroll, as salaries are raised to competitive levels.
Largo couple injured in U.S. 19 accident
A truck and trailer carrying sod jackknifed and was struck by a car. Traffic was delayed for more than an hour.
County residents will pay more, get more
Residents who live outside Pinellas County's cities will pay a higher property tax rate but receive new services under a budget county commissioners passed Tuesday night.
Stanton appreciates sympathy after mother's death Aug. 21
LARGO -- City Manager Steven Stanton received hugs, sympathy cards and condolences upon his return to work this week after the death of his mother.
Marine store is returning to local roots
Clint Johnson was among sailing's characters, with his one leg and bravado style.
K-Swiss summer league crowns champs
Singles competitors endured heat and humidity to battle in the K-Swiss Tennis League Summer Playoffs at Clearwater's Royal Racquet Club last weekend.
Editorial
Union's choice throws up obstacle to negotiations
Because of a law that took effect this year, condominiums without sprinklers are required to install them within 12 years. The law does not allow the condos to wait until the 11th year, but requires them to begin planning now, said Dave Kessinger, assistant chief for prevention for the Clearwater Fire Department.
Letters
Baby living on the streets deserves better protection
Re: Street life without a net, story, Aug. 25.
Tampa Bay headlines
Storms bedevil Skyway schedule
Federal screeners go to work at airports
Land investor avoids prison
The Connolly case
Doctor's mental state issue in alleged plot
Alligator's jaws close around swimmer's head
Counties at odds over Gandy plans
Pilot taps his training in scary landing
Ex-teacher won't face federal charges
Baby who died in day care was SIDS victim
South Pinellas headlines
Pharmacy doctorate now closer to home
Fitness buff is a striking figure
Ailing pastor receives outpouring of care
New fire stations replace the old
Battle renewed within Lealman fire board
Neighborhood business news
A Day on the Job: Tom McCollum, Dive foreman
City well-wishers offer tribute to USF's Heller
Neighborhood briefs
Congregation B'nai Israel has grown with community
Pop quiz
Achievers
School shows, tells; parents take notes
Largo grounds teen curfew for time being
Military news
Hillsborough headlines
County: No gates on public streets
Less is more: Dropped 'a' enhances resume
Chamber rates commission hopefuls
Ernest Hooper
Coloring Gator's, rocking the boat
News of Florida
Candidates attack Bush, not each other
Barley swears oath authentic, ending lawsuit
Group seeks slow Panhandle growth
Brothers say murder confessions were lies
Average SAT score slips
New tag supports terror-fighting fund
Battle on Medicaid abortions resumes
Reno wins debate because of lead, not responses
Excerpts from Democratic debate
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