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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1985
Page
4
Destin Log publishes on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 1225 Airport Road Destin Florida 32541 for Destin and South Walton County residents. The notice lists office addresses staff names and circulation and advertising deadlines with copyright notice for 1985.
The Destin Log unveils a new masthead replacing the anchor and nautical scenes with a lighthouse design. The change signals renewed commitment to the community and seafaring heritage, while presenting a beaconed emblem cutting through darkness.
The Destin Log announces a redesigned masthead featuring a lighthouse beacon and the word The Destin Log in a bold typeface. The piece explains the change honors nautical heritage while preserving coverage and commitment to Destin and South Walton readers, inviting feedback.
The Destin Log reflects on progress since the condominiums and development special issue. DWU moratorium eased plans for new water taps as Destin and South Walton expand utilities. Growth, new jobs, and rising housing sales meet ongoing environmental and tax-market concerns. A coordinated state-local plan is urged for resource management and continued expansion.
James W. Brosnan reports the Nixon through Reagan era debate over Clean Water Act grants. Reagan proposes ending federal water grants by 1990 with a $6 billion spend and shifting to state revolving funds, while EPA urges slower phaseout and continued aid to meet pollution goals. Local officials warn deadlines and bills rise without federal support.
Eleanor Wright of Destin objects to expanding billboard sights and cites Highway Beautification Act failures. She notes trees fall to make way for ads and urges local and state action, listing Hawaii and other states that restricted or banned billboards. She also warns of proposed taxes on health and life insurance benefits in Washington, urging readers to respond.
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