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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1985
Page
4
The Destin Log lists staff, offices in Destin and Santa Rosa Beach, and circulation details. It explains distribution areas Okaloosa Walton counties and outside Florida with various rates, plus advertising deadlines and copyright notice.
A city council debates satellite dishes amid nationwide growth of dish installations. The writer notes opposition to rooftop placements despite Warner Cable allowing continued viewing, and cites ongoing legal and philosophical questions about where dishes belong.
Residents in Coral Gables won a court challenge against a satellite dish ban, asserting free reception rights. Juno Beach cites safety concerns, Destin may adopt a new ordinance, while groups like SPACE-Society argue bans curb information access. debates mirror broader historic preservation and safety tensions across communities.
A Santa Rosa Beach reader thanks volunteers and firefighters for containing a forest fire near homes, mentions safety near buildings, and thanks individuals including Mary LeBleau and Steve Humphries. The letter also highlights Girl Scout Leader Appreciation Day and urges community support for Destin troops with transportation and program help, naming leaders Mary Letcher and others.
Editorial examines bid by Rep. Ward to expand Destin city limits to include Kelly Trust land amid rivalry with Sen. Barron. Council divisions risk lawsuits as developers loom with Highway 98 opening. Authors urge judicially redrawn boundaries to include the trust land.
Senator William Proxmire questions Reagan's need for a White House News Service to spread his message. Reagan, a famed media performer, commands a vast press corps and frequent TV coverage. He uses Camp David, the California ranch, and public events to project rugged leadership and arts patronage.
Senator William Proxmire questions the White House News Service a daily transmission of speeches and announcements. He notes it is a modest three hours a day task and fears the idea could spread and evolve into satellite interviews bypassing reporters. The piece cites Dialcom News Service and mentions feeds from agencies and the NSC OMB and Nancy Reagan.
The Destin Log invites opinions and editorials from readers. Letters must be legible, signed, and include a return address. Send to Destin Log, P.O. Box 957, 1295 Airport Road, Destin, FL 32541.
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