Becklund's Folly and a Transatlantic Sailboat Plan
A narrator recounts buying a 65 foot ocean racer named Swuzzlebubble in Ireland and planning spring and summer races. Four Irish crew sail from Cork to Key West while he awaits customs clearance before Gulfport, Mississippi events and a hoped return to the SORC series.
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Ireland
Emerald Isle
Cork
Key West
Russia
Gulfport
Open Letter Requests Halt to Highway 98 Widening through Destin
An open letter to Gov. Bob Graham urges intervention to stop DOT plans to widen Highway 98 through Destin until a broadly acceptable plan is developed. Readers cite a 600-signature petition, local meetings, and strong opposition, warning of increased traffic, environmental impact, and safety concerns.
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Bob Graham
Graham
Department of Transporation
DOT
Destin
Fort Walton’ Beach
Highway 98
Fort Walton Beach
Florida
Destin opposes sevenLaning Highway 98 plan
Editorial calls out the state DOT and MPO for pushing seven lanes through Destin despite widespread local opposition. Residents warn of a high speed corridor with removed medians and on street parking, amid a 600 signature petition and Gov Graham intercession pleas.
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State Department of Transportation
Destin
DOT
Destin Chamber of Commerce Board
Bob Graham
Metropolitan Planning Organization
MPO
Destin Reae
County Cuspidor by County Commissioner Mike Mitchell
County commissioner Mike Mitchell reports on Crestview meetings and Destin matters. The board discussed Destin incorporation and placing the question before voters, considered vacating streets in Silver Beach, debated placard signage in new developments, and reviewed marina and DNR roles. Observed DOT plans for Destin drew little public support, suggesting an open issue.
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Crestview
POD
Bob McIlroy
Silver Beach
Old Pass
Jack Spey
Waterways Advisory Committee
Coast Guard
Department of Natural Resources
DNR
DOT
Destin
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Tinkie True
Arlene Webster
Helen Wren
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