May 1, 2000
Tampa Bay: May 1, 2000
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Playwright steps into her spotlight

[Times photo: Jonathan Newton]
Lila Donnolo, 17, has evolved from angst-filled poet to award-winning playwright to aspiring actor. Her play debuts this month. |
North Pinellas County news
Owners resist buyouts
"My land's not for sale," says a downtown Clearwater property owner. Others are less stubborn.
Odometers belie age, Jeep owners say
Two men, one the owner of a dealership, are charged with racketeering and odometer fraud intended to trick car buyers.
Questions raised on oversight of funds
Largo's mayor wants the City Commission to help control HUD money for local housing programs.
Officials seek safer crossings
Pedestrians and cyclists on the Pinellas Trail are endangered by cars, say officials who want changes for safety.
Sanctuary trying to revamp itself
An ambitious rebuilding plan aims to transform the Chimp Farm into a premier primate facility.
Politics is in town commissioner's blood
Mary Alice Grizzle has been lobbying at the state Capitol, her mother's former stomping grounds.
Tampa Bay headlines
Millionaire defends his wife and his spending
Stumped by a song, contestant wins $1K
Breaking up is hard to do, but it can be fun
Record crowds fill park for Fun Card
South Pinellas headlines
Police say man tried to molest girl
Defense attorney has a banner week
Hillsborough headlines
Officials tiptoe near secrecy
A former optometrist says drop eyeglasses
Lawmakers fight secret evidence rules

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