Tampa Bay: July 18, 2001
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Sponge skippers told to get busy
[Times photo: Scott Keeler]
Tarpon Springs lets sponge boats dock free, but says the boats aren't working enough. One owner blames a lack of workers for the inactivity. |
North Pinellas County news
Despite protest, apartments approved
Another large complex will go up at a site that is said to be important to the rebirth of downtown Clearwater.
Salvation Army to revamp old hospital
The plan to transform a defunct hospital is approved despite residents' concern that the agency will have a negative effect on their neighborhood.
Suspended teacher sues radio station
The Kennedy Middle teacher, whose suit cites invasion of privacy, was suspended after her photo appeared on the station's Web site in a contest promoting sexy teachers.
Treatment business fined over dirty water
Grease Depot is cited for violating the U.S. Clean Water Act by fabricating tests.
In Seminole, mall is Main Street, heartbeat
The city was born in its mall, which remains a community shopping center decidedly different from larger, newer malls.
Soon, each flush will cost you more
Largo leaders say a rate increase is needed to cover extensive repairs expected to cost millions of dollars over the next five years.
State rabies efforts to follow Pinellas model
A pilot anti-rabies program in Pinellas County worked so well, officials are taking it statewide.
Oldsmar objects to plan for new homes
A proposal for a subdivision on coastal land at the border of Oldsmar and Hillsborough County has some neighbors and the city worried that it would harm the area's rustic feel.
What's next for roundabout? A fix for the fix?
The good news is that the Clearwater Beach roundabout fountain will be gone soon and drivers will be able to see opposing traffic.
Pinellas serves as model for state rabies campaign
The county's rabies rates have decreased dramatically using a program in which raccoons are immunized by eating bait with vaccine dropped by helicopters.
Area racers make strong showings
Three sailors from Clearwater finished near the top of their fleets in recent events in Canada and Europe.
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