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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1985
Page
4
The Destin Log is printed every Wednesday and Saturday at 1225 Airport Road Destin Florida 32541 and mailed to residents in Destin and South Walton County as Second Class mail.
In a personal column, the reader admits bias against cowboy paperbacks but praises Louis L Amour for Jubal Sackett and The Walking Drum. He also recommends Donald Westlake Why Me and Joe McGinniss Fatal Vision, Irving Wallace The Miracle, and Death in the Afternoon, noting journalism’s decline and the enduring appeal of books.
An editorial argues for implementing 911 emergency dialing in the growing area, noting cost as a hurdle but highlighting a Florida bill allowing a 50 cent monthly charge for 18 months to fund the system. It urges Destin and Okaloosa County to back the effort, consider public referendum, and improve EMS and police response times.
The writer muses on turning 26 and parenting wisdom learned from his 96 year old uncle who dispenses lessons with humor. He reflects on balance between past and present, then notes joining a board to adopt a tentative 4.6 mill property tax for next year, a figure needed by the state for notices.
Letter from Jackie Gibson thanks sponsors and volunteers for a benefit dance held to support a bike path along Scenic Road 30 A. Daryl and Robert Davis sponsored. WKGC's Les Spencer MC. hors d oeuvres by Mulcahys, Kirklands, Earles, LeBleus. wine from local markets. donations from Panhandle Construction, Harbor Docks, Santa Rosa Seafood, Seagrove Villas, Santa Rosa IGA. prizes by Gulf Trace, One Seagrove Place. Janus Earth Cruiser raffle by Clint Jones and the Euphoria. thanks to Seaside crew and co chairs Donna Spiers and Arabella Bott.
Residents near Destin Airport voice ongoing concerns about installing an Instrument Landing System. The debate features many expert opinions but centers on safety and community impact, with continued discussion expected as details unfold.
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