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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1983
Page
4
The Destin Log is a weekly paper published each Wednesday and Saturday at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida 32541 for Destin and South Walton County residents. It is mailed to subscribers as Second Class Mail with a long list of named subscribers and deadlines advertising Monday Noon and Thursday Noon.
A relay of cautious critique on media bias and slant in reporting. The piece argues that news must present facts fairly and avoid opinion labeled as news, noting examples from national networks and local coverage. It emphasizes a free marketplace of ideas and the value of comprehensive reporting over sensationalism.
Editorial argues a $13 million Northwest Florida Water Management District plan to secure Destin and South Walton water could avert rationing or saltwater taps. It proposes Eglin Reservation as a future wholesale source with Air Force approval, urges swift local endorsement and legislative funding, and warns against delaying until a crisis.
The Destin LOG invites readers to send legible opinions and notes. Signed letters with a return address are required, as the editors may edit lengthy submissions. Mail to Editor Destin LOG P O Box 957 106 Marler St Destin FL 32541.
A letter to the editor argues that Destin should shift from volunteer efforts to paid services. The writer recalls 1500 residents voting against incorporation and notes Charlotte Patterson’s recruitment of new volunteers while many loyal helpers retire. The library board hired the writer to price bookcases, but no action followed. The fire department is moving toward paid staffing as municipal costs rise.
A local emergency services group thanks the newspaper for past coverage and requests continued support. The note credits the paper with improving their public service and asks the community for ongoing encouragement and cooperation.
The article argues South Walton residents are mobilizing against county governance as tax bills rise. It notes potential creation of special tax districts to keep money local, warns current commissioners risk losing office, and compares trends to Okaloosa County while urging fair share in road, school, and service funding.
Florida lawmakers debate openness as House Speaker Lee Moffitt pushes a Sunshine Subcommittee to review and curb exemptions. Senate leaders back preliminary review with calls for a constitutional amendment to enshrine public access. Government transparency remains a partisan goal amid legal challenges from newspapers.
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