Lawyer questions need for manager
One of Clearwater's most influential lawyers says it's time to consider a "strong mayor" form of government.

Residents serve up roundabout opinions
A meeting focuses on what can be done to improve the interchange.

Swiss team's exhibition goes like clockwork [Times photo: Jim Damaske] The Swiss junior synchronized swimming team has been practicing in Largo for a Tallahassee competition.

Man killed while crossing street
LARGO -- A Largo man died early Thursday shortly after he was hit by a car while trying to cross Seminole Boulevard. Allen Dale Lomax, 32, of 12840 Seminole Blvd., was pronounced dead at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, where he was taken by helicopter. Largo police said Lomax tried to cross Seminole Boulevard at 126th Avenue about 12:20 a.m. when the accident happened. He stepped into the path of a southbound car driven by Eugene Head, 47, of 10609 117th Lane N in Largo, police said. No charges were filed, pending completion of an investigation.

City to employ 2 police chiefs at once
Largo will have a police chief and an acting chief on its payroll for the next two months. The city manager doesn't cite a reason.

County chief sets date to retire
Now it's official: Pinellas County Administrator Fred Marquis' last day in the office will be Aug. 31.

Candidate drops out of State House race
With Bob Einbinder retiring from the District 48 race, political newcomer Chris Gregg becomes the lone challenger to state Rep. Gus Bilirakis.

Largo needs to reinforce its standards
Like Clearwater, Largo city government seems to have been slapped with one embarrassing problem after another in recent months. Now Largo officials seem to be starting to right the ship.

Heroes pull pair from sinking car [Times photo: Matt May] Driving in a bad storm, a couple pulls over to play it safe. But what looks like a puddle turns out to be perilously deep.

Investigation is in order to clear the air
Mary Horrell's letter to the editor July 17 regarding the Toronto Blue Jays is right: An impartial and complete investigation is in order, but my reasons for suggesting it are not the same as Ms. Horrell's.

Sandelin has chance to rejoin Team USA
SEMINOLE -- When Lucy Sandelin looks back on her remarkable bowling career, what astounds her the most is its longevity.

Welcome back, Dolly!
After two years away from acting, Patricia Bates Smith returns to the stage tonight in the lead role of the Clearwater City Players' Hello, Dolly!

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