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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1985
Page
4
A car owner venting about a faulty Japanese model recalls shaky warranty coverage and costly repairs. From a snapped radio antenna to a leaky muffler and a broken wiper stem, the speaker describes mounting repair bills and persistent defects.
The Destin airport controversy shows fault lies with FAA delays more than county or city. The editorial urges the City Council to assume control from Okaloosa County Commission, arguing better notification and community impact oversight. It notes FAA actions came after Sen. Chiles urged inspection and cites the compromised plan during two commission meetings. The piece faults the county airport manager for not seeking city input and urges preemptive city management of the airport.
SWES officials insist capabilities remain adequate despite resignations that remove the fire chief and six firefighters. The South Walton Fire District warns the loss strains coverage across the area and urges quicker recruitment with district offering help. A SWES spokesperson says residents have no cause for concern, though risk grows if staffing worsens.
A reader questions why non free users would pay a processing fee at the Walton County Canning Center after a $10,000 county payment, arguing equal treatment for all taxpayers. The piece also contains a lengthy response defending a DOT funded study and editorial stance on transportation planning for Walton County through 1995 and beyond.
The Natchez film crew pursues North and South II through the week while critics, including Carolyn Denton, debate the Southern accent realism and stereotypes. The piece lampoons overthe-top melodrama and praises some cast while urging authentic Mississippian speech to match the budget and era.
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