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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1983
Page
4
The Destin Log is published each Wednesday and Saturday at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida 32541 for residents of Destin and South Walton County. It is distributed to subscribers as Second Class Mail.
A delivery supervisor explains why home delivery of the LOG has problems with missed papers and inconsistent service. He describes routes with unclear addresses, ignored mailbox numbers, and turnover among carriers, noting early morning failures and urging customers to call the office if their paper is missing.
An editorial compares Destin’s outgrowth to South Walton’s transition from rural heritage to urban life. It argues for hard surfaced roads, instituted zoning, dune and beach protection, stabilized fire and ambulance services, and new facilities including sewer water and possibly an airport. It warns growth must be balanced so wealth from the south funds needs in the north, urging an enlightened county commission.
A sailboat journey up the Gulf compares Walton and Okaloosa counties. Walton shows varied dune homes and dunes with rich plant life while Okaloosa lacks regulation and many beachside vehicles. The writer notes dogs, waste, hookworm concerns, and argues for reasonable limits on driving and dog activity to protect beachgoers and dunes.
Readers are invited to send opinions to the Destin Log editorial page. Letters must be legible, signed, and include a return address. Submissions may be edited for length and clarity and should be mailed to Destin Log Editorial, P O Box 95, 106 Marler St, Destin FL 32541.
Financial need and growing opportunity pull more women into work, with 13 million American children under 13 having employed mothers. By 1990 about 60 percent of school age children will have working mothers, creating demand for affordable after school care. Latchkey children total 1.8 million, facing fear and boredom. Senate heard from former latchkey kids now in after school programs. Such programs, often run by schools or nonprofits, should be encouraged as part of community focus on local facilities.
The speaker co-sponsors a proposal to help public and non-profit groups form after-school programs. He notes the ideal of a parent caregiver is often impractical and emphasizes improving environments and stability for children to yield returns for all.
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