North of Tampa: October 5, 2001
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His passion runs deep
[Times photo: Mike Pease]
John Pitcairn, a volunteer at the Florida Aquarium, considers himself a connoisseur of aquariums, and he says Tampa's is one of the best. |
Misty water memories of the way we were
Some people aren't good on boats.
Chain reaction
While the large chains gobble up the higher-priced commercial real estate in north Tampa, mom-and-pop shops and restaurants struggle to pay the increasing rents.
Let school name reflect New Tampa
After reading the editorial of Sept. 30, "Values revealed in school's naming," I too marvel, not at the ignorance of the historical figures that "made this community," but instead, of the arrogance of those that think they and their contingencies, from whatever position they hold, should dictate policy and hold the reins on what happens all around them.
Proudly we hail
Lutz Salutes America will be a night of music and prayer in honor of rescue workers and terrorist attack victims.
Is Leto primed for a storybook turnaround?
Leto won! The long dry spell that began in 1999 ended last week when the Falcons upset Wharton 20-13.
Catching on
Sophomore Michael Coonce amazes coaches and fans with his high-flying catches that made him one of the top receivers in the county. His grades are flying high, too.
As fall approaches, bike racers get competitive
Many local bicycle racers and triathletes have end-of-the-season competitions in October.
Out & about
LENNY AND ME AT SKIPPER'S:
Onset of cooler weather brings chance for changes
Hope you are enjoying these first hints of fall weather. The cooler temperatures are especially welcome in the garden.
Houses for sale now listed online
Looking for a house in Hillsborough County? A new online service of the St. Petersburg Times puts information on every house and condominium for sale in Hillsborough at your fingertips.
County will pay for water system switch
CARROLLWOOD -- Hillsborough County commissioners agreed last week to foot the $2-million bill for residents of Original Carrollwood to connect their private water system to county water.
Fraud case over, postmaster returns to work
Terry Franklin is back at the Odessa post office after overcoming charges of fraud and embezzlement and being cleared by an administrative board.
Neighborhood Notebook
Civic leader will run for County Commission
Charges blocked by insanity ruling
CARROLLWOOD -- Neighbors in Carrollwood Village have accused Xochitl Frank for years of harassing them and vandalizing their property.
Wild pigs remain a threat in suburbs
"I've seen men lose hamstrings and dogs get gored to death," warns a trapper who was retained by Countryway's property management company.
Pageant winner is a step closer to the Miss America runway
Miss Land O'Lakes still has a lot more pageants to win to get to the big show, but she still has her dream.
Crime Briefs
Man charged with throwing wrench
