Sat, 30 July 2011
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Some Of The News Covered:Vision Airlines is offering more flights! Many people are making first time visits to the Emerald Coast because of Vision Airlines affordable fares. Many locals are loving the cheap flights to Orlando and Miami. Starting November 14th, Vision Airlines will begin air service to Grand Bahama International Airport. The flight will have a layover in Ft. Lauderdale. Prices are expected to start around $149 one-way from Northwest Florida Regional Airport to the Bahamas. Seaside has a new stage! The amphitheater in Seaside is a popular place for both locals and visitors to enjoy music and other entertainment. A new stage has been in progress for the past six months. The new stage is being built with 700 pieces of coral. The stage will have great lighting with the addition of 41 LED lights. The town center may also see the construction of an observation tower. People will have a birdseye view of the community from the tower. The tower has been in the building plans for about 30 years. It is yet to be determined when construction will begin for the tower. FDA sets new sunscreen regulations. The main attraction on the Emerald Coast is the beach. Everyday people are exposing their skin to the merciless sun. Sunscreen is highly recommended for every visit to the beach. Consumers will see new labels on sunscreen bottles in the future. Sunscreen will no longer be called "sunblock" for which none of the suns rays can be fully blocked. Nor will sunscreens be able to claim "sweatproof" or "waterproof". The new regulations will go into effect in 2012, and all companies will be required to follow FDA regs by 2013. Visit www.fda.gov/sunscreen for more info. Gulf Power may raise rates. Locals and second homeowners may see a higher electricity bill in 2012. The Gulf Power Company has asked the Florida Public Service Commission to approve an increase in the base rate for electricity. The request would increase the total bill for a residential customer buying 1,000 kilowatt-hours by $12.15 per month. If approved, the new rates will take effect in April 2012 Beach restoration may resume on Destin beaches. There has been an ongoing battle between Okaloosa County and a few homeowners over beach restoration. Some homeowners say the extended beach will no longer be considered private. Other homeowners are concerned that the sand may not be consistent with the already existing sand. Recently, an administrative law judge ruled that the Destin beach restoration project may proceed. Okaloosa County must obtain a permit first and obtain 31 written authorizations from all 31 property owners along the stretch of beach. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Kelsey Anna of South Walton with their song Dive Deep Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? Email me at destinfloridapodcast@yahoo.com |
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