Terrorism resurrects 60-year-old nightmares Battle of Britain and Pearl Harbor survivors say you never forget, and Tuesday's terrorism revived flashes of war. Humanists rely on an inner resolve They offer help and compassion but believe that tragedy is an inevitable part of life. Who will console us? Many, but not all, Americans turn to God in times like these. Comfort kids, yourself but don't over-react Even amid the sickening chaos and shock that struck America on Tuesday, common sense had to tell parents that their children's schools in sleepy Pinellas County would not be on the terrorists' list of strategic targets. Still, hundreds of parents rushed to schools, preschools, day care centers or the babysitter's house to pick up their children early and take them home. Groups unite against family violence It was reported recently that Christopher Vietri, the biological father of "Baby Sam" Johnson, has been accused of abuse a second time by a second partner, a woman who felt so much fear that she left her 4-year-old son, Nicholas, with Vietri, her alleged abuser. It was later reported that Mrs. Vietri had united with the Johnsons against Vietri's gaining custody of Sam. Resume special events at the appropriate time Today's column was to have been about a gala Thursday evening. Several hundred patrons, who had sent checks for $150 each, were expected at Neiman Marcus for a glittering opening reception benefiting local arts organizations.

Beaches notebook
Madeira Beach needs new attorney for city

Call before you dig, or be in for a big shock
A free service notifies residents of, and transfers liability for, underground dangers such as gas or electrical lines.

Sailing Center on its way to being more accessible
Financed in part by fines of those who park in handicapped spaces, improvements planned for the St. Petersburg Sailing Center are many.

Motocross track at speedway rejected
The council's 4-1 vote pleases nearby residents who complained about loud noise from car races.

Good enough to stomach?
A restaurateur is set to open a swanky new place on Central Avenue called Alberto's Fusion Bistro. Italian, but not Italian.

Economic developers announce appointees
Pinellas County Economic Development, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd., Suite 704, has announced the following appointments: Suzanne Christman, business development manager; Bill Farragut, business development manager; Kathleen Good, business development manager focusing on international business; and Samm Simpson, manager of television and radio communications.

Couple is mugged at BayWalk garage
The city went to great lengths to design a secure garage, and crime is almost unheard of there, officials say.

City holds the line on plans for new home
Homeowners still win some variances when officials learned the city line halting development is actually farther west.

Cityhood study might forestall annexations
Lealman hopes a proposed two-year inquiry into incorporation would ease the annexing of fire district territory.

Tax rate lowers as property values rise
SEMINOLE -- The property tax rate in Seminole is declining for the sixth consecutive year.

The week ahead
Today

What's up on campus
Eckerd College,

Pinellas league gets ball rolling
A record 46 teams showed up, one player rolled a 299 game and a coach appeared dressed in a tuxedo.

Teats and Maguire enjoy a strong start
There's something special about cross country that some runners prefer over road racing and the 400-meter track.

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