Coast Resource Plan Seeks State Funds Shrinking to 415000
Northwest Florida officials sought 1.5 million dollars to back a Coast Resource Planning and Management study covering Okaloosa Walton and Destin areas. Gov Graham approved the plan but funded only 415 thousand, prompting hopes for Legislature support. The plan aims to guide growth and policy across a decade amid rapid development, with ongoing budget uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose Flagg
Norresource
Florida
Destin
South Plan
Walton
DCA
Okaloosa
Walton Coun
Mike Ca
Buddy Runnels
Runnels
Northwest Florida
Bob Graham
Graham
A Way Out Evacuation Fears Bring Bridge Proposal
At a city council meeting a Main Street resident urged building a bridge over the low-lying stretch between Joe's Bayou and Kell-Aire Lake as crews replace culverts undermining the roadbed. City officials directed the request to the Metropolitan Planning Organization for study while local leaders warn a hurricane could flood the road.
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Main Street
Joe’s Bayou
Kell-Aire Lake
Jack Dorman
Metropolitan Planning Organization
Fire Ant Allergic Reactions Can Prove Fatal
Destin resident Sandra Johnson faced a severe allergic reaction after a Sunday afternoon fire ant sting. Dr. Paul Odom warned that initial bites may swell locally, but subsequent encounters can trigger widespread welts and potential fatal outcomes. Johnson’s case followed a prior foot bite and progressed as she reported burning sensations and spreading welts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tina Harbuck
Destin
Sandra Johnson
Johnson
Paul Odom
Destin Clinic
Odom
Lawmen Discuss Harbor Patrol and Boating Limits
Local lawmen met with the Harbor Board to review methods for improving boating in Old Pass Lagoon. Topics included education on laws, potential harbor speed limits, heavier fines, and a possible city patrol officer funded in the future.
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Sheryl Gudidh
Old Pass Lagoon
Florida Marine Patrol
Larry Jourdan
Royal Melvin
Oscar O’steen
Gene Mercer
Marine Patrol
Coast Guard
Jourdan
Mercer
Mike Woodham
George French
Okaloosa County
LaChapelle
U.S. Coast Guard
Ernest Tam
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Sunset Sailor
Mark Lent
Choctawhatchee Bay
Aldridge
the Preservation of Destin
Richard Duke
Water District
Tides Beach Beach
Ures
Harbor Board
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