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October 27, 2002
Tampa Bay: October 27, 2002 South Pinellas County news
High-rises, high tempers
An initiative to bring tall hotels to kitschy Treasure Island pits groups of residents against business people.

Drivers cruise across county on a new commute route
The Bryan Dairy Road extension may not drastically reduce drive times, but commuters enjoy fewer traffic lights.

Desal proposal receives early public criticism
Homeowners present a petition to Tampa Bay Water with concerns over sinkholes, dirty water and their home values.

Steakhouse to replace Madeira landmark
Apple Family Restaurant, which closed in September after 40 years, will be the site of Leatherbacks Steakhouse.

Stoles pay quiet tribute to gay clergy
The exhibit of symbols of religious leadership commemorates -- and advocates -- the work of gay and lesbian people.

Council clamps down on hiring, construction
To stave off a budget shortfall, the Pinellas Park City Council decides not to fill 29 jobs. A complete list of affected projects will not be available until late Monday.

LDR vote has a tense 12 minutes
Stephanie Lavino votes "yes," and then after the issue is clarified, "no." She says she wasn't confused.

Woman not afraid of grabbing life by the tail
Even at 71, Ardith Rutland is finding adventure. This year, she prowled about in search of alligators.

His hunting season ends -- for good
"There is an appointed time for everything..." -- Ecclesiastes

A relic amid newcomers
Encircled by condos, the Beach Park Motor Inn is old, tiny and cheap. But it has one thing going for it: location.

Chamber chairman envisions new goals
Leroy Sullivan wants the chamber to recruit new businesses and take on a new image.

'Amistad' replica drops anchor at Pier today
ST. PETERSBURG -- The Amistad, a replica of a ship that generated a famous 19th century civil rights case, is expected to dock at the Pier in downtown St. Petersburg today.

Balance, in more ways than one
The magnetic pull of the Fourth Street Boxing and Community Center is about a lot more than pummeling. It's about life.

Dr. Delay
Who turned out the lights? Mother Nature
We always hear about it when the street lights go out, especially along Interstate 275; and boy, have we heard about it lately. There are several stretches south of downtown St. Petersburg that have been dark for some time and additional blackouts as far north as 54th Avenue N.

A new declaration of intent wrinkle
And in another bit of confusing news about the declaration of intent ...

Divergent commission foes may end up close
Conventional wisdom says that John Morroni will tramp Dave Buby in the race for District 6 on the Pinellas County Commission.

Lealman fire panel race turns feisty
It's a classic clash: The incumbent defends the commission, while the challenger criticizes both actions and inactions.

Musical about nightclub plans fundraising party
ST. PETERSBURG -- A jazz band, an art auction and a chance to win a Satchmo photo print are among features at Monday's "rent party" for The Manhattan Casino, a musical about one of St. Petersburg's famous nightclubs.

Saxon wins $98,912 flood grant
The state Department of Community Affairs initially refused the former city commissioner's bid. But Tom Saxon prevailed.

Church turns cheek after attack on sign
Vandals who shot up an Allendale church's sign have already been forgiven -- but will they get the message?

Conference takes confusion out of college
Three St. Petersburg men have organized a higher education workshop to explain how to get in and stay in.

Center might help street achieve its revitalization
Officials hope the new building will spur growth on 22nd Street S. Others aren't so optimistic.

Fullback continues his outstanding run
Casey Moore's stellar academic/athletic career at St. Petersburg Catholic High School led him to Stanford University in 1998.

Choices provide varied challenges
Area runners had choices of races a week ago.

Letters
Fall back, go forth to change alarm batteries
This is a letter that can save lives in St. Petersburg.


Tampa Bay headlines
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  • Prolific robber eludes capture, despite photos
  • Bush goes door-to-door in Pinellas
  • Mail policy stirs confusion over school intent forms

  • North Pinellas headlines
  • PODS, Clearwater relax tough talk on signs
  • Largo calls in leader for development
  • So long hideouts, hello rats
  • Teacher denies making sexual advances
  • Man charged with murder in stabbing
  • Headlines through the years

  • Editorial
  • Ending housing bias will take more than just talk

  • Letters
  • Commissioner offers details of U.S. 19 plans

  • Hillsborough headlines
  • Taking cues from medieval life

  • North of Tampa
  • Kelly Road might get new apartment complex
  • Neighborhood notebook
  • What sets candidates apart? Priorities
  • Students have their say on election issues
  • Day at the park a debacle when ceiling buckles
  • Schools roundup
  • Schools must raise cash to raise flag
  • Teen earns recognition as top golfer
  • Bay Cup spotlights local harriers
  • Boundaries for Heritage still evolving
  • Improved Northdale Golf Club reopens Monday
  • Teen earns recognition as top golfer
  • Gate issue blocks developer's request
  • Westchase candidates run on similar platforms
  • Man-made plans intrude on 'spectacular view'
  • City approves petition for private roads
  • Carrollwood rabbi finds a friend in Washington
  • Open & shut
  • Lutz shop owner Gaudin wants less government
  • Hagan becomes front-runner in three-way race
  • Dyser's past is filled with high points and low

  • News of Florida
  • Poll: Bush lead holds steady
  • Support ebbs for class size limit
  • 2 Cabinet races too close to call
  • Orlando gays debate whether to support gay GOP candidate
  • Noelle Bush released after 10 days in jail

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