Tampa Bay: February 3, 2001
Alicia Caldwell
Ex-mayor eager to get back a life before DUI
Self-revelation doesn't come easily to Rita Garvey.
North Pinellas County news
City Commission candidate withdraws
CLEARWATER -- Paul Marino withdrew from the race for Clearwater City Commission on Thursday.
Refugees get help for trauma
Gulf Coast Jewish Family Services uses federal funds to provide mental health services for people traumatized by torture.
Opponents to extension of road get nowhere
As alternate plans are rejected, about 100 frustrated residents plan to pressure the County Commission.
Panel candidates must tackle tough questions
Two newcomers are challenging two incumbents on the Belleair Town Commission. The top two vote-getters will earn two-year terms on the panel.
Report on stadium plan for Phillies uncovers risks
The planned site for a baseball stadium shows potential for sinkholes, which is not surprising, a city official says.
Chain hopes cash halts golf store heists
Thieves are smashing into golf stores and grabbing pricey equipment. The Edwin Watts Golf store chain hopes a reward will catch the thieves.
Program offers waste removal
DUNEDIN -- Deb Bush remembers one of the first local household waste collections she helped conduct.
Clinical pharmacist to discuss medications
SEMINOLE -- Amy Griswold, a clinical pharmacist with Eckerd PatientCARE Centers, will discuss "Avoiding Medication Errors" at 3 p.m. Tuesday at The Vineyard Inn Assisted Living Facility, 10929 Ridge Road.
Mayor triumphs without contest
"I think the city is running well," Dottie Reeder said upon being elected to her fourth term. Three City Council members running for re-election must campaign against a fourth candidate.
Classes focus on making boaters smarter
PALM HARBOR -- Learn it for the first time or brush up on Florida's boating laws and safety practices at the next series of "Boat Smart" classes for sailors or power boaters.
Clearwater embraces vision for beach
An initial vote is unanimous for a redevelopment plan that could cost millions and transform the beach.
Racing at Sunshine Speedway
WHAT: 2001 WinterNationals featuring a School Bus Figure 8 race, 50-lap "Wild Bill" Memorial Figure 8, plus other short-track stockcar events -- Outlaw Late Models, Open Wheel Modifieds, Mini Stocks, Street Stocks and Hornets.
Pediatric clinic is open on Wednesday mornings
CLEARWATER -- Every Wednesday, between 9 a.m. and noon, the Clearwater Free Clinic offers a special pediatric clinic for children not covered by private health insurance or government-assisted programs.
Play tells the life of Bible translator
Fire for the Ploughman, a two-act drama depicting the life and times of William Tyndale, will be held at Keswick Christian School Chapel, 10101 54th Ave. N, St. Petersburg, 7 p.m. Feb. 10.
Pool supply man has past filled with mystery
Out from behind the counter strolls Mark Stamatakis, walking cooly down the aisle of his New Tampa pool supplies shop, looking ready for a question.
SPJC leader quickly setting priorities
The new Clearwater provost wants to spruce up the campus and reach out to Hispanics in the community.
