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January 19, 2003
Tampa Bay: January 19, 2003
South Pinellas County news
Treasure Island races attract 11
The controversy over land development regulations is at the heart of a relatively crowded election ballot.
Loss of this Kmart particularly painful
The discount retailer in South Pasadena, where most residents are over 65 and many don't drive, will leave a particular void.
6 running for 3 seats on council
Incumbents Pete Bengston and Patricia Hartstein are running for re-election, but Paul Trexler is not.
Do signs point to a victory?
As an annexation referendum nears, proponents are trying to get out the vote. Visible opposition appears scarce.
Marching musicians will compete, march
High energy bands compete at the Martin Luther King Drum Major for Justice Band Festival tonight at The Trop.
Where will the budget be shaved?
Pinellas Park reveals Tuesday how it will save a suggested 10%. But one official worries about "bogus" numbers.
City finance director is fired
Records show mistakes made by the Pinellas Park administrator cost taxpayers about $12,600.
Three roaming dogs attack, kill pet cat
There is little recourse when dogs kill other domestic animals, says a county animal services official.
Gem of a gym
As it goes condo, the 1927 YMCA building reveals sturdy bones and a treasure trove of charming details.
On the town: 14 hopefuls named to Sungoddess court
The Suncoasters, the St. Petersburg civic organization that sponsors the Festival of States each spring, has announced the 82nd Sungoddess court.
Dr. Delay: Dr. Delay: Roll over to Pinellas Trail to aid government study
The federal government has invited us to a party on the Pinellas Trail.
Lobbyist gives council a lesson in language arts
Pinellas Park council members learn it's not so much what you ask the Legislature for but how you ask for it.
Choicebook: Patience needed as process winds down
When we last talked, it appeared that the district would be getting ready about now to tell parents where their children will attend school this fall.
Finding the child within you
SEMINOLE -- Laughter is a good prescription for what ails you.
Two gain seats on commission
For the first time, women will outnumber men on the St. Pete Beach City Commission. They were elected unopposed.
Neighborhood notebook: Jungle Terrace residents to hear restaurant plans
Jungle Terrace neighbors at their Monday meeting will hear from a developer's representative who wants to add three restaurants connected to an undisclosed national chain.
Voters to decide two races, two ballot items on March 4
Gulfport's Ward 2 and Ward 4 incumbents face challengers. Election runoff and annexation questions are also on the ballot.
Demolition clears way for resort project
Condominium owners will not be allowed to live in the units year round because of zoning at the site.
Parking fee at John's Pass Village: 50% off
Meters revert to 50 cents an hour for a six-month trial period.
'Mr. Poo's' business not quite picking up
A need for more income led Jeff Voegeli to a bizarre business venture: disposing of homeowners' dogs' messes.
With visits, city envisions a business-friendly image
Pinellas Park's business visitation program is making an impression and opening doors to healthy dialogue.
2 incumbents face challengers
The March 4 South Pasadena elections pit two commissioners against a couple of fresh faces seeking to unseat them.
Running: Disney Marathon more like a vacation for some
A marathon can be more than a run of 26 miles and 385 yards.
Area well-represented in collegiate gymnastics
Area competitors will be prominent as intercollegiate gymnastics gets under way this month.
Editorial: Annexation may not be best move
During the 1970s and '80s, residents of unincorporated Pinellas County frequently complained that county government was too distant from them, didn't communicate with them and cared nothing about their needs. They sometimes envied the residents of cities, who generally had more responsive local officials.
Letters:
Pinellas needs a real transportation authority
Re: County Transit Authority may be on horizon, Jan. 15.
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