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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1986
Page
4
The Log publishes weekly on Wednesday and Saturday in Destin Florida 32541. Postmaster address changes should be sent to The Log P O Box 957 Destin FL 32541.
A veteran journalist recalls Gulf Coast county governance woes from Hendry to Walton, noting a bar incident leading to a commissioner’s five-year probation, a sheriff’s captain under auto theft probe, and Belle Glade AIDS rates. He cites Moore Haven’s cattle ratio, voter fraud probes, and widespread local corruption including theft, grand theft, and public utility arrears.
Residents from Destin and nearby communities lined U S 98 to watch colorful floats and marching units in a nippy afternoon parade. Organizers Patce Strahan and Lee Ammons led a community effort praised by Mayor Bob Lloyd as safe and well run with Sheriff’s deputies, Explorer Scouts and volunteers coordinating traffic and security. Plans are underway for a larger 1987 parade built on this successful start.
Saturday's protest over reports that Contras trained at Hurlburt Field was orderly and controlled. Hurlburt security police and Okaloosa County Sheriff's Department managed the scene with professionalism and balanced presence. Protesters on both sides behaved peacefully, highlighting democratic freedoms without excess.
Letters to the Log laments armed threats during Christmas walks and praises Walton County values while detailing Destin’s first Christmas Parade support. Citizens credit clubs churches schools businesses dignitaries and City Hall for the event with many local sponsors and volunteers acknowledged for their roles. The piece closes noting continued coverage and page reference.
In a letter to the editor, the Destin Public Works Committee advocates burying utility lines to curb visual pollution and preserve trees. The piece argues alleys once hid lines and trash and praises Destin’s community leadership while noting utility firms may resist, yet planning over 20 years could fund a $2.60 per foot cost.
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