North of Tampa: December 14, 2001
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Young fellow serenade
[Times photo: Mike Pease]
He makes them blush. He makes them giggle. But more importantly, the high school senior's Neil Diamond impression makes them happy. |
Officials defend truck limits
KEYSTONE -- It's not perfect. It could use a tuneup. But the Hillsborough County Commission is not about to throw out a plan that regulates trucks on rural roads.
It's the holidays: Breathe deeply
CARROLLWOOD -- The It toy of this season of giving is within my grasp. Lest I not recognize it, I have my daughter to moan, "I want an e-kara."
Out & about
Magical showcase of the arts
Older local athletes Tri-Umph in AARP
Kicking off the holiday multi-sport season, St. Peterburg's AARP Tri-Umph Triathlon showcased not only the best 50-and-over local triathletes but some brave rookies competing at North Shore Pool the week of Thanksgiving.
Sign up for Little League on Saturday
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. is the last signup for New Tampa Little League, formerly Northeast Little League.
Sickles High will host 8-team soccer tourney
CITRUS PARK -- Sickles will host an eight-team Winter Soccer Tournament today and Saturday at Ed Radice Park, 10900 S Mobley Road.
Physical, emotional, scenic benefits sprout from garden
The holiday season often means ingesting a few too many calories as well as a little extra stress. Gardening can work off calories as you spruce up your yard and relieve some of the stress caused by shopping crowds, traffic and overcommitment. Try a few of the labor-intensive activities listed below. Your landscape, your waistline and your psyche will thank you for it!
Hillsborough houses, land 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.
Compromise finally reached in land-use battle
The county will let three landowners convert their property into retail space, as long as they meet strict guidelines.
County considers upgrade for Newberger Road growth
The road is only 17 feet wide, and neighbors fear it would not handle traffic intended for the planned Wellington Manors.
Sewer line solves tank troubles, at a price
CARROLLWOOD -- During El Nino rain flooding three years ago, Shelly Burnside had tough times with her septic tank.
Residents reject deal to allow large signs at new store
Target tries to enlist the support of local groups by offering an inducement, but they oppose the idea.
Neighborhood Notebook
Association to consider ousting board members
Developer set to build new Publix, businesses
Also, the city is ready to close on the land needed to complete Cross Creek to Morris Bridge.
Property designated for arts center
OLDSMAR -- City Council members have moved to set aside city-owned property on St. Petersburg Drive for the arts.
