Christmas Parade Revival Lights Up Destin
Jack Becklund reflects on Destin’s 1970s style Christmas parade return, the 70 plus units this year, and rising holiday decor citywide. He credits organizers Patce Strahan and Lee Ammons, notes historic efforts, and urges grassroots decorating to keep the festive spirit bright.
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Scott MacPike
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Lee Ammons
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Pay Raise Proposal Sparks Taxpayer Fury in Editorial
The Washington Times reports a presidential commission may push 46 percent pay hikes for Cabinet secretaries and 55 percent for many members of Congress. The piece urges discarding the idea, arguing it inflates costs amid a US deficit debate and jokes that automatic raises would occur after 30 days if Congress does nothing. It criticizes including federal workers at 3 percent and suggests filing such proposals in the Round File.
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Destin Lions Club Christmas Tree Sale Funds Charities
The Destin Lions Club reports selling over 286 Christmas trees in one week, netting more than 2500 dollars for humanitarian programs, with remaining trees donated to the Salvation Army. Thanks go to supporters including Mattie Kelly and local businesses.
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Bill Bryan
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Orange Peels Into Electricity and County Budget Talks
A county board considers converting garbage to energy with 12 proposals, weighing costs from $60 to $6 per ton versus current disposal. A rabies license plan failed, and tow truck enforcement actions stretch eight months with no resolution. The editor references a Log Christmas party and anticipation of readership.
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