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Oceano Airport splashed over $166,000 on a three-hour holiday bash called “Cleared for Cheer,” complete with drone shows, fake snow, and a hot chocolate bar — sparking outrage and calls for an audit. Critics argue it was a wasteful use of taxpayer money, while airport officials defend it as community outreach that included a toy and food drive. The event’s flashy setup and fleeting impact have ignited debate over how airport funds — funded by user fees — should be spent, with some pushing for stricter oversight and others praising the festive connection to locals.

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