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March 26, 2003

Proposed sale angers Pasco officials
Two Panhandle towns want to sell two west Pasco apartment complexes to a nonprofit Texas company, eliminating about $59,000 in county tax revenue.

City cautiously moves on fees
Dade City officials weigh plans to charge extra fees for streetlights and fire protection. The charges may apply to schools and churches.

2 compete for unpaid board seat at PHCC
Both Republicans, they are computer systems analyst Karen Wells and former school superintendent Tom Weightman.

Auditor says Zephyrhills is in fine financial shape
But the airport's delay to seek reimbursements for state grant money has cost the city, he says.

Water independence is not free
Making Port Richey self-sufficient may cost millions but ultimately save residents money.

New technique plus old strength equals records
Ram coaches have transformed Adamm Oliver into one of the state's best hurlers.

Knight hopes his new path leads to title
NEW PORT RICHEY -- The mind was willing. Andrew Hutchison's body was not.

Gators sophomore works to get better
Vu-Anh Thai (pronounced voo-awn tie) of Zephyrhills knows academics are his top priority, but the 16-year old ranks tennis a close second.

County wants state help in tax switch
Officials will ask lawmakers to push for a change that will allow lower property tax rates and a higher sales tax.

County wants state help in tax switch
Officials will ask lawmakers to push for a change that will allow lower property tax rates and a higher sales tax.

Doctor, med students bring health care to farmworkers
The group will provide free checkups and medications for people who have no health insurance at this weekend's clinic in Dade City.

Wastewater site dispute nears joint resolution
Pasco makes an offer to New Port Richey over 26 acres near their jointly operated treatment plant.

Land O'Lakes student competes in culinary contest
John Ochenrider participating in the competition sponsored by Johnson & Wales says he would like to become a chef and open his own restaurant.

Chasco Fiesta to take a bite of Big Apple
"Broadway Review" takes the stage at 6 p.m. today. Also, the "Native American Festival and Dance Competition" continues.

Police report: Man faces charge of sexual battery
NEW PORT RICHEY -- A 23-year-old man was arrested Monday and accused of drugging a 15-year-old girl and then having sex with her, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office reported.

Letters: Don't ask county taxpayers for an extra penny
Re: Get on the impact fee wagon, March 17 letter

 


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