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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1984
Page
4
This week we battled a Compugraphic Model 8204 that refused to light up and constantly misbehaved. The malfunctioning system scrambled text and caused missing paragraphs, while a repairman now effectively lives in Destin.
Editorial argues Destin again should consider becoming a city as growth widens tax base and needs grow. It notes improvements like the paid fire district and calls for a team effort to persuade legislators to place incorporation on the November ballot.
Destin Red Cross Blood Drive confirms 102 units collected with broad volunteer support. Jo Ritter praised for leadership. Coast Guard Station, radio partners, and LOG credited for publicity and mobilizing locals. Reader urges action to protect Grayton Dunes from development.
County Commissioner Mike Mitchell discusses road projects around Highway 98 and park lands near Henderson Beach in Shalimar. He notes agreements with DOT and DNR on old and new alignments, connector roads, and park restoration, while criticising government overreach and praising clarification after a board meeting.
The piece explores regional labels for Northwest Florida including Destin. It discusses Panhandle, Northwest Florida, Floribama, and Floridamans terms, noting maps and acronyms US readers recognize and the potential gulf between branding and geography. It references NWFWMD and Al Burt’s Floribama concept.
Readers are invited to send legible letters to Editor at Destin LOG seeking public input. Signed letters with a return address are required. the publication may edit longer submissions.
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