Tampa Bay: June 4, 2001
North Pinellas County news
Robbers grab jewelry in swift, 'bold' holdup
The thieves were in and out of the Ulmerton Road store in about 90 seconds during the noon robbery.
Test scores suggest geographic division
The apparent disparity between schools in north and south Pinellas may have multiple contributing factors.
Grant may help mentally ill inmates
A federal grant would fund a secure psychiatric treatment site for the mentally ill charged with felonies.
Rivalry spills over into issues of water
Oldsmar's mayor and former mayor have traded jabs before. The current controversy centers on whether there actually is a water crisis.
Woo 20-year-olds by giving them reasons to stay
Examine the U.S. Census figures for North Pinellas County, and you will understand one of the reasons why job creation and economic vitality must be top priorities for local governments.
On new library in Clearwater, opinions diverge
I do not like the cold, hard lines of the proposed new Clearwater library. I envision a statuesque building with Mediterranean-type architecture similar to the downtown post office.
Mark your calendar
DivorceCare schedules support group meetings
CLEARWATER -- DivorceCare seminars and support group meetings are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Clearwater First Church of the Nazarene, 1875 Nursery Road, Clearwater.
Reading clubs begin in Dunedin, Palm Harbor
Registration for the Dunedin Library adult summer reading club and youth summer reading program will begin Thursday. Club members receive materials and have an opportunity to review books. For more information, call (727) 298-3080, ext. 253.