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UNEMPLOYED OR CLOSED: We talked with Simple HR in Destin, Fl about what those who are unemployed or furloughed can do during these time, as well as what options are available to local businesses to help them get through this COVID-19 Pandemic.

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Scott Schaeffler commented on WordroW: July 17, 2026

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SCOTT commented on Okaloosa commissioners to explore ‘penny sales tax initiative’ that could replace homestead property taxes

“Susan, pretty much none of that is true. Have you calculated the difference for you personally between current taxes and then with the additional homestead exemption but with additional sales...”

Susan L Hudson commented on Okaloosa commissioners to explore ‘penny sales tax initiative’ that could replace homestead property taxes

“This is like taking from Peter to pay Paul. Taxes are already 7%, this will make them 8%. People think about if you have to buy a big ticket item?...”

Wayne Parsons commented on Okaloosa commissioners to explore ‘penny sales tax initiative’ that could replace homestead property taxes

“NO, no more taxes”

Susan L Hudson commented on Meigs Park project moving forward as pavilion, restroom facilities take shape in Niceville

“Who is doing the work and why didn't they put up screen to protect our natural water stream from getting all the sand, clay, trash, and who knows what else...”

Julia Kearns commented on Okaloosa commissioners to explore ‘penny sales tax initiative’ that could replace homestead property taxes

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Scott Schaeffler commented on WordroW: July 16, 2026

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“Isnt this a one PERCENT sales tax? Seems that a one cent sales tax means one cent on each sale... only a penny. One percent is 1/100 of the total...”

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“When the background color of the picture in the jigsaw puzzle is exactly the same color as the background of the playing field it makes it practically impossible to see...”