Tampa Bay: August 9, 2001
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First-day tears, fears, traffic
[Times photo: Ken Helle]
For the most part, the first day of school in Hillsborough was uneventful. Some kids cried, some giggled and most took things in stride. Then there was the turtle. |
Hillsborough County news
It's the going rate for sitting judges
For the average person, the defense of a law enforcement investigation would cost a small fortune in legal fees. But when you're a sitting judge, lawyers will work at a deep discount.
County to preserve 553 acres near bay
TAMPA -- Since the mid 1990s, Hillsborough County real estate official Kurt Gremley has kept a close eye on a 553-acre tract of unspoiled woods and wetlands near Cockroach Bay.
Leaders debate stadium's future
The county could take ownership of Raymond James Stadium to make it immune from taxes -- but would then be responsible for future budget shortfalls.
Long-sought permits okayed for ambulances
Five years and a scandal after he first tried, Frank Griswold is successful.
Woman gets 24-year term for drug conviction
The woman, who once faked her way into Yale University, was convicted along with her mother of trying to buy 22 pounds of cocaine.
Homeowners group board member refuses to resign
CARROLLWOOD -- Board members of the Plantation Homeowners Association asked for, but were denied, the resignation Wednesday of a fellow board member who had written satirically of using Uzis at the association's annual meeting next week.
Neighbors don't favor annexation into Tampa
TAMPA -- Representatives of people who live in unincorporated communities in New Tampa said Wednesday they are no longer interested in becoming part of the city of Tampa.
