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Civics class teaches the art of political discourse
When former Gov. Bob Graham graduated from Miami High in 1955, he had completed three yearlong courses on civics between seventh and 12th grades.
Medical district plans under way
St. Petersburg College, the city of Pinellas Park, the local chamber of commerce and about 120 medical providers surrounding the college's Health Education Center would be included in a proposed medical district currently under consideration.
A 1. Enjoy the last day before the start of the hurricane season . Expect a mostly sunny day with a high near 90 with a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service .
Ruth Eckerd Hall announces program for high school, college students
Before long, college and high school students from Pinellas and Hillsborough counties will be learning and performing at Ruth Eckerd Hall.
Dreams can be wrapped around harmless fantasies, brutish nightmares, or ambitious aspirations.
New York Pizza in Tarpon Springs, Florida
The blend of cultures in Tarpon Springs is reflected in the food. Hot pressed Cuban sandwiches are sold side by side with gyros and Philly steaks.
Nacuya Lewis: One Of St. Pete's Finest
Nacuya A. Lewis began her high school career at Lakewood High School, in St. Petersburg, where she was a proud student in the Center for Advance Technologies Program.
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Daytona State board praises college president, OKs 3.5 percent raise
The Daytona State College board of trustees has approved giving President Carol Eaton a 3.5 percent raise starting July 1 while praising her in evaluations for her leadership, fiscal management and enhancing relationships in the community.
County names EMS Professionals
At the May 8 Pinellas County Commissioners meeting are, from left, EMS Division Manager Craig Hare, Pinellas Federal Credit Union Director of Administration Gina Signor, EMD of the Year Eric Fayad, Paramedic of the Year Nicholas Christiani, EMT of the Year George Farrell and County Commission Vice-Chair Ken Welch.
County names EMS Professionals
At the May 8 Pinellas County Commissioners meeting are, from left, EMS Division Manager Craig Hare, Pinellas Federal Credit Union Director of Administration Gina Signor, EMD of the Year Eric Fayad, Paramedic of the Year Nicholas Christiani, EMT of the Year George Farrell and County Commission Vice-Chair Ken Welch.
HCC selects new president for Plant City campus
A retired Army major and veteran college administrator has been selected as the new president of the local campus of Hillsborough Community College.
Generosity is Part of Longtime Publix Manager's Business
Brian Singletary started working for Publix at a store in Tarpon Springs in 1962.
Pinellas County Urban League Names Watson Haynes As New Leader
The Pinellas County Urban League's nationwide search for its next Chief Executive Officer concludes at its beginning - with a hometown hero whose deep roots stretch throughout the community, state and nation.
Protesters Demand Visit with Rep. Bill Young
Members of Awake Pinellas, Occupy St. Pete and the Florida Consumer Action Network attempted to meet with U.S. Rep.
SPC student named Cadet of the Year
Cadet Capt. Daniel Thomas, 24, a Dunedin native and student at the Tarpon Springs campus of St.
5 Things to Know in St. Pete: May 10
Petersburg youth to more than 1,200 since 2001. Gibbs High School Senior Michael Peabody addressed the group of new Doorways Scholars during the May 9 signing event.A 2.A The commercial and recreational harvest of stone crab claws in Florida closes on May 16.
Hard work pays off for Puckett
If ever there was proof that children of this generation do in fact know the value of hard work, it would be evident in the results of Treasure Island's Amanda Puckett.
Bob Graham to speak at SPC forum
Former Florida Governor and former U.S. Senator Bob Graham will be the featured speaker Tuesday, May 22, at the launching of The Village Square by the Institute for Strategic Policy Solutions at St.
Schafer recognized with Justice Award
West Pasco Bar presented its Justice Award to Circuit Judge Walter L. "Skip" Schafer Jr., who handles probate and foreclosure cases.
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