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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1979
Page
1
Community salutes the holidays as headlines warn of mishaps and scams. Police urge caution amid festive shopping and travel, while local businesses report increased foot traffic and seasonal promotions.
The entertainment brief notes a review of the production Dame s at Sea at Promenades Dinner Theatre page 19. Community news highlights a rash of Christmas light thefts dominating area coverage on page 14.
A photo story highlights the annual Venice Hospital decorating contest featured on page 13. Showcased are colorful entries from hospital teams and staff as hallways and wards glow with holiday themes.
State officials closed Sarasota County waters south of the Venice jetties to shellfish harvesting as red tide again approaches. High concentrations of Gymnodinium breve were found 10 to 45 miles offshore from Levy to Lee counties. A three day sampling program from MV Hernan Jortez is in progress and fish kills are reported.
Venice Police Chief Ray Waymire cautions teenagers that marijuana is not harmless and cites new medical evidence. He notes drug problems in local students, some from prominent families, and says many seek treatment at a St. Petersburg center.
John Sailer and Benjamin Evans two Venice Elementary students spent six hours cleaning rocks from a creek feeding the Intracoastal Waterway at Beach Road. They aim to restore fish access after rocks placed last year to curb erosion dammed multiple creek sections.
Venice officials scrutinize hazards for pedestrians crossing from the new hospital parking lot to the entrance on U.S. 41 Business. Mayor Harry Case notes most cross midblock, despite a signalized corner nearby. Transportation says no unsignalized crosswalks allowed.
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