Fighting Wilson recalls the war
Stu Wilson and his five brothers plus their father survived World War II. The Fighting Wilsons all contributed to the effort with Tom and David in the Army, Donald and Richard in the Navy, Stu in the Marines, and their father in the Seabees. Pearl Harbor Day is recalled as the start of their service.
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Chief Waymire Improves After Heart Attack
Venice Police Chief Ray Waymire remains in serious condition but shows improvement after a heart attack Tuesday. He was moved from the ICU to progressive care Friday and is talking with family. visitation is limited to immediate relatives as he recovers.
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Jacaranda West residents urge traffic halt on boulevard
A Jacaranda West homeowners group seeks an alternate route to the planned Jacaranda Boulevard extensions north and south to divert I 75 bound traffic. County officials note the road's minor arterial designation dates to 1975 and extensions are in the official plan. EXTENDING the boulevard north from its Center Road intersection to the Everglades.
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Erosion Threaten Venice Sewage Plant Amid Major Gulf Storm
A Florida coast erosion and storm risk report warns the Venice Wastewater Treatment Plant near Caspersen Beach faces imminent danger. Chief engineer Cliff Truitt cites 20 to 25 year timelines and potential revetments and offshore breakwaters as plan options.
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Paul Schmidt
Venice council hopefuls clash as Kostock and Van Zandt stake bids
Ken Kostock a decade of city service and planning board experience in Skokie aims for Venice City Council seat with December election. Norman Van Zandt, former North Olmstead councilmember, brings sewer water expertise and Venice Parks board ties as he seeks the unexpired term.
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