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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1987
Page
1
The Choctaw Ferry in South Walton was clipped while docked by a barge pulled by the tug Adriene L. from Gretna LA. No injuries were reported. Florida Marine Patrol said winch damages could reach 1000 to 3000 dollars and the ferry will be out of service until repaired.
The Okaloosa All-County band concert features 194 students from junior and senior high levels. Junior high directed by John Gorecki and senior high by Dr Joe Barry Mullens. The program spans Gershwin to Brahms with free admission tonight at 7:30 p m at Okaloosa Walton Junior College auditorium.
Speak Up State Rep. Robert Harden of District 5 will head a local legislative public hearing at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Shalimar Courthouse Annex. He will be joined by Rep. Bo Johnson of District 4 and Sen. Dempsey Barron of District 3. The session invites the public and county officials to review proposed legislation affecting Okaloosa County, with a Walton County hearing planned for February in DeFuniak Springs.
The Destin charter boat fleet faces contention over a plan to build new docks on the western shore of East Pass. Eglin Air Force Base claims ownership and opposes leasing the land, while local residents push for protective legislation to shield shoreline development. Carl Gustman catalogs a petition to block the marina, stressing preservation of Okaloosa County beaches.
Destin councilman says dogs and cats do not need licenses under the new animal control rule. PAWS contracts cover stray patrols at 17,580 dollars yearly and respond to complaints. PAWS chief fears tougher owner enforcement. vets warn vaccinations may be harder to verify. Continued on Page 10A.
The U S Army Corps of Engineers plans to award next week a contract to River Products Inc of New Orleans to dredge and realign East Pass channel. The $222,600 project dredges to 14 feet deep and 180 feet wide between jetties and Destin Bridge, with spoil filling state park land on Holiday Isle.
Okaloosa County United Way surpassed its 500000 milestone with a total of 504276.94 dollars. Campaign chair David Wyman credited volunteers and residents for the record, noting 278677 from the county drive and 225599 from government employees through the Combined Federal Campaign. The 7 percent rise over 1985 and support for 20 local groups including Hurlburt Field and Eglin AFB marked a centennial theme honoring Liberty and the United Way movement.
Indian Bayou residents search for 'Golfing Lady' a two year old blonde cocker spaniel missing since last week. Owner Ann Wallace says the dog is well known around Destin and fears possible theft. A $100 reward is offered. Lady was last seen near U S 98, often with a black dog named Puppy.
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