Florida contrast as cold snaps push winter escapes south
A Florida traveler laments a harsh cold spell up north and details a winter swing to Fort Myers and nearby islands. The piece contrasts coastal resort growth with inland towns, noting inflated citrus land prices and preplanned suburban expansion while urging readers that Florida offers varied climates and communities beyond the stereotype.
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Captiva
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Opp
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Naples
Port Charlotte
Venice
Destin growth worries and environmental questions raised
Kenneth Macleod writes from Destin noting rapid growth since 1982 and a lack of master plan. He cites articles on a regional sewer system, a lingering landfill issue, and a park project fine, urging attention to water, waste, and coastal strain amid 1980s climate fears and nuclear discourse.
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Destin
Florida
County
Oks Walline Park
Editorial on possible delay of Highway 98 four-lane project
An Okaloosa Asphalt protest over the awarding of the Highway 98 relocation bid to Couch Construction could delay the project by up to a year. The dispute centers on bid specifications and material costs, with a hearing before the Florida Department of Administration to determine if the award stands or the project must be rebid.
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Destin
State Department of Transportation
Okaloosa County
Alabama
Okaloosa Asphalt Enterprises Inc
Couch Construction Co
Okaloosa
Department of Administration
DOT
Okaloosa Asphalt
Square One
County Salvage Zoning Sparks Debate in Crestview Meeting
County Commissioner Mike Mitchell notes conflict over salvage yards in AA zones north of I 10. Board votes to remove future salvage yards from AA district while study of suitable areas proceeds. Destin Alliance discussion covers Highway 98, charter boat fleet, drainage, and cross-committee representation. Coffee is noted as a perk of the monthly gathering.
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Destin Alliance
Board of Commissioners
Crestview
I-10
North County
Hither
Yon
Destin
Super Bowl World Takes Tampa by Storm
Jim Chitwood reports a new attraction dubbed Super Bowl World in the Tampa Bay area drawing crowds and media attention. Admission is premium and the event is limited, with a curious hog calling trend and cast changes including the LA Raiders. The piece blends humor with sports talk and predicts a Redskins 35 24 victory.
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Tampa Bay Area
Destin
Washington Redskins
St. Petersburg Times
Hubert Mizell
Tampa Bay
Redskins
Readers invited to send letters to Destin LOG Editor
The Destin LOG solicits reader opinions and letters to the Editor. Letters must be legible and signed with a return address. Submissions should go to Editor, Destin LOG, P.O. Box 957, Destin, FL 32541, and may be edited for length.
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Destin Log
P.O
Destin
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