Where is Carnac the Magnificent when you need him?

By JUDY STARK

© St. Petersburg Times,
published June 4, 2001

Here are the 10 most unusual questions received by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, according to Bill Moline, director of research for the Committee of One Hundred. Moline, who swears these are all true, spoke recently to the Tampa Bay Area chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.

10. I lost my keys in Temple Terrace; can you find them?

9. What days will it be raining next month?

8. In case of a hurricane, should I tie myself to a palm tree?

7. What time is the sunset in February?

6. My friend died and left behind all these old bingo cards. Can I cash them in with you?

5. What day do the leaves change color in Tennessee?

4. Which beach is closest to the ocean?

3. Is driftwood an endangered species, or is it extinct?

2. Will the Fourth of July fireworks be at night or during the day?

And finally, the most unusual question:

1. Is Tampa the capital of Key West?

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