Tampa Bay: January 30, 2001
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Owner vows to clear property
[Times photo: Jim Damaske]
During a roller-coaster day for John Schestag, mosquito-control workers haul away hundreds of tires, then a judge gives him a week's reprieve to clear out boats and cars. |
North Pinellas County news
Multi-vehicle crash leaves six injured
Two of the victims were flown to a hospital by emergency helicopters, but police said none of the injuries were life-threatening.
Scientology adds quietly to holdings
Sherwood Gardens Apartments was bought in 1999, but the buyer's identity had been a mystery.
Too few pennies for too many Pinellas projects
After Penny for Pinellas revenues fail to keep pace with projects, some might be canceled.
Men drawn to neighborhood of voyeur site
Police are called after two women complain about two men seeking the home where young women pose nude for a Web site.
Pinellas begins search for leader
The cost of finding a new county administrator is estimated at $20,000 to $30,000.
Attorney: Bible curriculum plan would need changes
School Board attorney John Bowen says the only way he thinks the curriculum would stand up to a legal challenge would be to remove all sections that preach Christianity.
City buying home for public works staff
SEMINOLE -- The city is planning to spend $400,000 to buy and repair a former funeral home to house its public works department.
Parent mobilizes to solve traffic woes
One parent was alarmed by traffic congestion outside Seminole Elementary School, but she didn't complain -- she took action to solve the problem.
Road project should not infringe on Skycrest area's quality of life
Re: Keene Road construction plan hits delay, Jan. 20 story.
Neighborhood rules help prevent decline
Neighborhoods in Clearwater that have had trouble maintaining a nice appearance and have found their deed restrictions difficult or impossible to enforce now have a real alternative to sliding into decline.
North Pinellas in brief
Senior agency looking for volunteer drivers
Palm Harbor pro vows to overcome setback
After a disappointing year on the PGA Tour, Palm Harbor's Bob Heintz had a few decisions to make.
Time may be running out on care
As William Gelb continues to outlive the parameters of Medicare-paid care, his wife waits and worries.
School briefs
Great Gatsby dance
Achievers
Tarpon Springs teen earns rank of Eagle Scout
Field day accentuates teamwork, friendship
The day, based on the popular Harry Potter series, includes physical and educational activities that don't require competition or athleticism.
