Destin bank robberies linked to Gravley. suspect dies in jail
Okaloosa County investigator ties 20-year-old Thurmond Gravley to the Destin First National Bank robberies on July 7 and 22 and three Atlanta holdups. Gravley reportedly hanged himself in a Jacksonville area jail after entering a coma. authorities deem the case closed.
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Niceville
Destin
First National Bank
Okaloosa County
Jacksonville
Sheriff's Department
Chuck Keeler
Thurmond Edward Gravley
Okaloosa-Walton Junior College
Atlanta
Keeler
Gravley
FBI
DOT review hinted by low bid overestimate details
Doran said a million budgeted for the project could trigger a bid review if the low bidder's price was beyond a certain threshold. The low bid was 5.2 percent above the official estimate, a gap not large enough to require a review, and the exact threshold was not released by the DOT office.
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DOT
Doran
Halloween safety tips and bid details for roadwork
Local authorities urge precaution on Halloween with tips to inspect treats and discard unwrapped items. Gulf Region Poison Center offers 24 7 help. sheriff warns to limit trick or treat to young children and check all candy wrappers. Doran notes Couch Construction bid and project scope including two 24 foot asphalt roads and storm sewers. project completion within 1.5 to 2 years with silt barriers to protect water quality.
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Baxter
Gulf Region
Sheriff's Department
Doran
Walton County to rework taxes to hold 1980 revenue steady
County officials outlined a complex plan to reset the millage rate and include $55 million in new property values to ensure the taxing authority collects no more than in 1980. TRIM notices will be issued, hearings held, and bills or refunds issued to correct prior tax bills. Estimated costs include up to $88,000 for rework, $6,500 in postage, and $21,000 for related materials. The commission approved discussing governor assistance but left funding sources unresolved.
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Fountain
Commission
James Howze
Walton
Destin Hospital Fight Sees Humana DMC Competing Plans
Humana Hospital and the DMC press their proposals for a Destin facility as access via the Brooks and Destin Bridges deteriorates with peak tourism and weather. Hearing officer Bob Benton will review pleas from Humana, the DMC, and the state HRS, with a Dec 28 to Dec 2 appeals hearing at the Ramada Inn on Okaloosa Island. Public attendance is invited but comment may be limited.
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Humana Hospital
Brooks
Destin Bridge
DMC
Humana
Wolff
Wolf
Bob Benton
Destin
Ramada Inn
Blue Dolphin Room
Okaloosa Island
Benton
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Bob Hope
Roger Clary
Indian Bayou County Club
Hope
Couch
Chipley
Busby Electric
Walton and
Oleman
Lewis, Ft. Walton Beach
Brokerage
Oran
Yathis
Caria
Chris Craft
Silverton
Cary
Bertram
Conitier
Rose Brothers
Richard Bertram & Co
Phillips & Luttrell No
Billy McLean
Mclean
Bob Graham
Dor
W.F Miles
Circuit Court
Catherine King
Mountain Drive
Back Porch
Bill Gump
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