Dome District more than dinner and drinks [Times photo: Cherie Diez] Some new businesses attracted by the promise and prices of the Dome District further the evolution of the zone.

South Pinellas County news

'Interrogation' embarrasses beach bicyclist
The other day, I hurried home from work, grabbed my towel and book, hopped on my bike and headed to the beach. I stopped by the convenience store where I buy gas and incidentals almost daily. Business taken care of, I hopped back on my bike, only to be interrupted by two Pinellas County deputies.

Office dress codes can wear you out
People are always asking me if I have the courage of my convictions.

Mayor candidates snipe at money leader
Rick Baker, who holds a broad edge in campaign funds, became a target for some others wanting to be St. Petersburg's next mayor.

Consumer advocate runs for City Council seat
ST. PETERSBURG -- Virginia Littrell, a St. Petersburg native who leads a group that lobbies the Legislature on behalf of consumers, has filed to run for the St. Petersburg City Council.

Gulfport, St. Pete Beach elections are shaping up
Several places won't hold elections because their candidates lacked opposition.

Area Agency on Aging offers free job training
Free job training and job placement assistance is available for seniors older than 55 through the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas Inc.

Developer parts ways with YMCA downtown
Meanwhile, the downtown church Grady Pridgen bought is for lease.

Black entrepreneurs get a boost
A non-profit group has issued four small loans so far. It wants to help the Challenge area neighborhoods and beyond.

Trails to learning
Even field trips are being adapted to teach FCAT skills, as a visit to Boyd Hill by fourth- and fifth-graders shows.

Achievers
Pinellas Park student earns Dean's List honors

To some, Bloemaert was star of weekend
For many people, the weekend was about Trent Dilfer and Ray Lewis, whom maybe we like better now that they're winners, and Jason Sehorn, who maybe is not as cute as he was before his team lost the Super Bowl, and about Britney Spears, who held her own quite nicely against that old rocker Steven Tyler.

Pinellas Park projects build momentum
Several should be completed soon -- including a library renovation, a recreation center and a theater.

Coastal building rule plan causes waves
CLEARWATER -- About 80 property owners and government officials from the beaches turned out for a Department of Environmental Protection hearing Tuesday afternoon, hoping to convince the state agency not to impose a new layer of building rules on the waterfront.

Good will lingers; painting does not
A gift from South Pasadena's sister city disappeared on the trip back home months ago. The local city has not told the Greek one.

Center honored for aid to people with problems
Boley Centers wins state and national recognition for helping mentally and emotionally ill people find housing and jobs.

Program teaches dangers of substance abuse
Family Resources Inc., a non-profit family service provider that works in conjunction with the James B. Sanderlin Family Center, offers the Kinship Care Family Heritage program for children ages 6-10 and their caregivers.

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.

At 106, he has experienced love, war, a funny president
A few things about Alfred Pugh stand out. First Boy Scout in Maine. Met Roosevelt. Just turned 106.

YouthBuild offers training program for youths 16-24
YouthBuild St. Petersburg offers an eight-month program for youths ages 16 to 24 who reside in St. Petersburg that includes GED training, leadership development and training in the career field of construction, among other support services. To be considered for admission, call 893-1573.

Consultant to deliver news on police workload
The report is the highlight of the chief's fourth goal-setting gathering Thursday at the Bayfront Center.

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.

2 report purses snatched
Both incidents occurred near BayWalk in St. Petersburg. Police say changes may be in order to improve security.

Tomorrow's stars playing today in Clearwater
All this week, the future stars of women's professional tennis are just a short drive north.

Hard-luck circuit anxious to set sail again
There can be no busier sailing region in the United States than the Tampa Bay racing circuit in February and March.

Focus on volunteers
The St. Petersburg Branch of the American Red Cross needs volunteer drivers to transport elderly residents to and from their medical appointments in Red Cross vehicles. Volunteers work one day per week, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, call Hub Denison at 898-3111.

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.

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