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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1983
Page
4
The Destin Log prints every Wednesday and Saturday at 106 Marler Street in Destin Florida 32541. It serves Destin and South Walton County residents and is mailed as Second Class Mail. Advertising deadlines are Monday Noon and Thursday Noon.
A Fort Walton Beach nudity ordinance sparks debate on morality and free expression while Destin foresees booming growth. The writer praises county resistance to morality laws, predicts network news would ignore prosperity, and notes home delivery setup costs and eligibility for nearby residents.
A Destin Rotary Club tree seedling effort draws praise though maturity will take years. The piece urges Okaloosa and Walton officials to adopt a local tree ordinance to protect canopy trees and curb development, citing Tallahassee's protections for young trees and construction safeguards.
Citizens urge the County Commission to hold timely advertised public hearings before large non recurring spending on land purchases landfills road construction or similar projects. They stress informed input questions and courteous consideration while noting hearings would benefit both public and commissioners and build trust in local government.
The Destin Log calls for letters to the Editor from readers. Typed or legible submissions must include signature and address and may be edited for length. Send to Editor Destin Log P O Box 957 106 Marler St Destin Florida 32541.
The board weighs a long standing request to vacate a segment of Second Street tied to a 1963 notice and a 1976 partial closure while noting improved records. Plans for two 100 unit Motels on the north side of 98 raise Destin development questions, and a no wake zone around Brook's Bridge is explored with Fort Walton Beach input sought. Commissioners report good health after Tuesday's session.
A sports writer addresses Commissioner Rozelle about Super Bowl XVII and the season’s strike. He critiques the playoff system, questions timing and hype, and notes rivalry from the USFL. He predicts the Dolphins by three and mentions Pasadena as venue, Birmingham as alternative.
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