26 Apr 1980
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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1980
Page
1
A councilman reports his bicycle was stolen by a juvenile suspect in a street incident. Police investigate and seek leads as neighbors react to the theft near the city hall.
Voters in South Venice approve a beach area swap in a local election. The decision clears the transfer of beach access rights and affects nearby properties, with officials outlining next steps for implementation.
The article outlines a two arts excursion to the American Southwest, detailing participants, routes, and venues featured on page 19. It highlights the cultural venues visited and the overall itinerary of the trip.
Business news notes that the county will release a comprehensive plan soon with details to be published on page 12. The note points readers to a forthcoming in depth briefing and mentions expected scope and impact.
Venice prepares for a district tour starting Wednesday with games and events outlined on page 15. Local teams and venues are listed, with schedule notes and matchups guiding fans through the opening portion of the tour.
Bayshore offers savings with coupons for Chick-Fil-A Walgreens and other retailers in this issue. Limited readable text suggests additional promos may exist under similar savings categories.
A 67 year old Indiana man visiting the Kents of Nokomis died in a house fire started by propane leakage. The Kent family owned Bargain Barn and were away with three children when the blaze occurred around 12 30 a m. Five volunteer units fought the fire while neighbors aided in keeping the flames from neighboring homes. The deceased Kelly Lawson Sr of Terre Haute was taken to Venice Hospital morgue for autopsy.
Fire destroyed the Donald Kent family's Nokomis frame home Wednesday morning. Kelly Lawson 67 of Terre Haute died trying to escape. Neighbors and Nokomis PTA head a drive for clothing food and cash with a coffee break to raise aid and details from G J Van Osdel.
Venice Area Chamber of Commerce outlines a 4500 dollar budget for the July 4 fireworks at the Venice fishing pier. City of Venice pledges 1000 dollars for the second year, with Jaycees led by Rick Hamm handling firing and Jack Wilkinson supervising. Donations from over 30 supporters are sought to fund the 1980 show.
It's time to welcome Daylight Saving Time at 2 a.m. Sunday. April 27. The clock jump to 3 a.m. gives an extra hour of daylight for six months. Adjust before bed or on Sunday to avoid a wakeful night. You will regain the hour in October.
The Sun Coast Gondolier clarifies the event date shifting from Saturday May 2 to Friday May 17. The auction at the Elks Lodge on East Venice Ave will feature about 200 paintings and hand signed reproductions, all properly framed.
Venice planner Eugene Caffrey will miss the May 29 Venice Planning Commission meeting due to a Mexico trip. In a memo to Eric Edgerton he defended remarks at the April 15 1980 meeting about a Southwest Florida Retirement Center case and urged routing the issue back to the City Council to amend zoning for an adult congregate care facility. Councilman Frank Proctor had submitted an amendment at the council meeting.
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