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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1982
Page
5
A LOG writer recalls Alabama roots, coastal fishing debates, and a turning dockside moment. The piece details a fishing village internship, rodeo judging, and a comic clash over sharks and tongues, with local figures Bill Sherman and Bill Peebles appearing in the memory.
A staff note details a lunch near the harbor where the speaker admits ignorance of the local sport. He jokes about catching praise for ignorance, mentions sampling tuna, and vows to learn more boatside jargon while enjoying oysters, shrimp, and lobster. He ends with an apology to captains for misidentifying catches in photos.
The project targets specialty shops anchored by restaurants with a lighthouse style tower to fit a fishing village vibe. It includes 81 000 sq ft of commercial space and 1 155 parking spots, with offices medical clinics and professional spaces rounding out 177 000 sq ft. Leaders say planning is a year in progress and high interest could mean 80 percent of phase one sold if marketed. Adjacent to Shorts Shopping Center the development would benefit the area along with the post office and Shores.
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