Gulfport after storm leaves O Maddy’s in ruins
Patti Ewald recalls Gulfport’s post storm scene along Boca Ciega Bay with seawall breaches and wreckage. O Maddy’s vanished while shops cleanup proceeds and Gulfport Brewery owners offer water and hot meals to affected residents and merchants. Ewald’s career notes added.
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Gulfport Aftermath Shrugs but Town Rallies in Destruction
Hurricane Helene left Gulfport and Pinellas shores battered with boats against seawalls, flooded homes, and dozens of businesses totaled. In the wrecked waterfront, residents and snowbirds Ben and Dan Walsh helped salvage what remained, while officials warn full recovery may take years and insurance will push rebuilding higher.
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Gold Star monument unveiled for Lorain County families
A ceremony honoring Gold Star families featured remarks by officials including Rep. Latta and Reps. Miller and Manning, with messages from Senators Brown and Vance and Governor DeWine. A four panel black granite monument honoring homeland family patriot and sacrifice was unveiled, cost about 340000, funded by COVID relief grants and donations.
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