Chemist embraces career in massage [Times photo: Jill Sagers] SEMINOLE -- While working as an analytical chemist at the high-tech STAR Center in Seminole, Pete Pfannerstill enrolled in a massage therapy school as a way to better understand the strains and sprains he often suffers as a long-distance runner.

North Pinellas County news

Owners in 119 enclaves reject annexation
Instead of forcing 139 enclaves of county property to become part of Clearwater, the city lets property owners decide. Only 20 enclaves accept the offer.

Security of court building assailed
The clerk of the court says the county should beef up security at the courthouse in Clearwater before -- not after -- there's a tragic incident.

Knowledgeable thief breaks into rug store
The family that runs the store says the burglar knew which pieces to steal; the rugs were worth about $100,000.

City will seek more cash from festival
The Bay Area Renaissance Festival paid Largo $25,000 last year to use a park. Now the city wants $1 per visitor.

Recreation fee plan isn't fair, critics say
Little League officials are rallying opposition to Oldsmar's proposal to charge non-residents a higher fee than residents for using city parks.

Stauffer protester defends EPA ombudsman's role
Mary Mosley is among others who say an independent advocate was the only way to get the agency's attention.

Social club focuses on having fun
Five-O-Five, a private club dedicated to nothing in particular, offers networking with bigwigs and meetings at bars.

Police: Shoplifter in Tarpon fled, left child behind
When the suspect returned for her daughter, she sped off with the 12-year-old only half-inside the car, authorities say.

Cyclists are ready for Dade 'Battle'
Racers and volunteers from Tampa's Team American Classic have received their final instructions from city officials for Sunday's "Battle Of Brilliance" criteriums in Dade City.

Festival reaches out to Hispanics
As part of the two-day event this weekend, organizations in Clearwater will set up booths with information on services.

Sunset Beach park strolls ahead
A deal is made for the largest parcel needed. Negotiations continue for the last site.

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