July 6, 2000
Teenager pleads guilty in crash
The plea bargain by a Land O'Lakes teen ends a nearly yearlong investigation.
Landlord sues ex-sheriff over rental home
Jim Gillum, who hopes to be elected sheriff again this year, says the back rent and repair claims in the $3,982 suit are exaggerated.
Several paying the price to run
Signatures saved some candidates money needed to get on the ballot. Those who missed the deadline face hefty fees.
Fight over, Oakstead ready to go
Don Buck says work on his 1,200-home development in Land O'Lakes may start at month's end.
Suspect flees after shooting
Steven Aquino is accused of shooting at two men who came to his girlfriend's home and argued with him.
County-owned utilities would hurt taxpayers
Editor: So now, our county commissioners want to get into the utilities business, aiming at the water and sewer systems. The cost of this they have estimated to be more that $100-million which will have to be borrowed and paid for with bonds. If the figure that someone on the board got into their head in a hurry is correct, it will cost the taxpayers at least $6-million in interest annually.
Man's death along roadway is not considered suspicious
ZEPHYRHILLS -- An elderly man died Wednesday while working on the side of a road north of Zephyrhills.
Scotty's readying changes
As the chain tries to reposition itself in the marketplace, the New Port Richey store is transforming daily, as the customers come and go looking for bargains.
Acting mayor denies claim of interference
PORT RICHEY -- Acting Mayor Bob Leggiere said Wednesday that he has done nothing wrong and will continue to work in the city's best interest while the police chief investigates an allegation that Leggiere interfered with a city official.
Wesley Chapel takes step to improve its stature
The community investigates a relationship with the Municipal Association of Pasco that would add to its political clout.
Former record holder enjoys teaching others
At one point, from 1990-1992, Jim Johnson Jr. held a place in the Guiness Book of World Records as the bowler with the most career 300 games.
West Pasco claims three Dixie titles
After missing the deadline last year to enter the Dixie Softball League State Tournament, West Pasco comes back with a vengeance and captures titles in the Belles, Angels and Darlings divisions.
Prosecutor expecting Gaime hearing
DADE CITY -- After more than a year in legal limbo, the case against a Land O'Lakes mother accused of murdering one of her sons is ready to take a major step forward in the next 30 days, the case's chief prosecutor said Wednesday.
