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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1986
Page
4
The Log sponsors the fourth annual Destin Cup a 20 mile handicap race from Fort Walton Yacht Club to Destin pass. Registration is 10 per boat 9 to 10 a.m. with skipper meeting at 10 and race start at 11. After party awards at Destin Harbor Resort.
The editorial urges Gov. Graham to fast track appointments to the Choctawhatchee Bay Bridge Authority. It argues campaign timing and political considerations are delaying needed action, noting the growth management committee endorsed the authority and contending that members should have been chosen when the bill passed in June.
Secretary of State George Firestone warned of a record-low turnout for Tuesday's first primary due to Labor Day and school openings in September. Elections Supervisor Elsie Garrett expects about 58 percent of 58,813 registered voters to vote in Okaloosa County. The Log offers candidate views to help voters decide.
A lighthearted column recounts a Labrador Missy chasing birds and an alternator, then pivots to critique on state budgeting and tax policy. The author laments a high tax burden and advocates trimming costly programs to reduce government size, urging scrutiny of fiscal choices during campaign season.
From New York to Destin, a reader praises Stage Crafters for Not with My Daughter and admires performers Miss Murphy Mr Bridges and Mr Morar. The letter contrasts a Log columnist’s squirrel hatred with Avis Thompson and a compassionate veterinarian helping a squirrel named Woody.
The Destin LOG requests letters from readers and invites opinions or disagreements with editorials. Typed or legible handwriting is preferred. Submissions must include a signature and address and be sent to Editor at P O Box 957 1225 Airport Road Destin Florida 92541.
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