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Destin Log in Destin, Florida

02 Mar 1983

Page 12

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Destin Log

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Destin, Florida, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1983

Page

12

Morgan still ready to donate land for Walton courthouse annex

Developer Joe Morgan reiterates his offer of free land at Grayton Beach for a Walton County courthouse annex, despite a grand jury clearing county officials. County leaders, notably Commission Chairman Der nard Owens, say the board should explore a possible land swap with St Joe Paper Co and temporary annex facilities, while Morgan awaits a response.

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Jim Chitwood Walton County Joe Morgan South Walton Morgan Grayton Beach St. Joe Paper Company Santa Rosa Beach Owens St. Joe Paper J.C. Belin Jake Belin
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Gas Tax Debate Shifts as Walton County Board Reassesses

Walton County commissioners did not approve the state gas tax but rescinded an earlier opposing vote at an emergency meeting. The Legislature began a two day special session to consider the increased gasoline levy for area road projects. Chairperson Dernard Owens said the board would let the legislature and governor decide, noting potential county options if the bill passes.

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Vanita Trippe Walton County Dernard Owens Bob Graham Owens DOT
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Wildfire Season Peaks Soon In Florida

Florida faces rising wildfire danger as January ends and February and March bring peak risk. Chief Mike Long notes dry seasonal impacts in South Florida and killing frosts in North Florida, with 4688 rural fires statewide through December 26, 1982 burning 109000 acres. The dip from drought year and a 1982 fire awareness drive shape the coming months.

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Mike Long Florida Division of Forestry Department of South Florida Everglades North Florida Long Division of Forestry
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Blazes Commission Peeze Bob Anderson Bill Waddell Miramarene US Theatre P Dofyut Melvin Destin Lumber
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