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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1983
Page
4
The Destin Log announces submission deadlines for ads from Destin and South Walton County readers. Monday noon and Thursday noon are the official advertising cutoffs for a Wednesday and Saturday publication schedule.
Observes how consumer products mimic rivals after success and chase fears like obesity caffeine and salt. Notes soft drinks light beer and nicotine reductions, plus auto styling copying Mercedes. Sees fashion and age groups driving a loop of copy-cat trends and conformity.
Captain John Zwaska of Shalimar writes to the LOG about a 30 year King Mackerel pursuit out of Destin, recounting a collapse in yields from five Kings per hour decades ago to one per ten hours today. He cites NOAA bag limits and a May 6 commercial closure, questioning the data while claiming the King is dead and he is quitting fishing.
Beth Nicholson criticizes Mr Cano for planning to showcase big game trophies from Africa in Cano Estates Square South Walton County. Residents object to the portrayal of hunting as paradise and fear negative influence on local values and children.
Editorial condemns Walton County Commission for excluding the public and news media from a Monday special meeting on a Choctawhatchee Bay causeway. The piece cites violations of open meeting rules, minimal courthouse notices, and a pattern of dismissive behavior toward public input and press access.
In this Destin seaside reflection, the author notes rapid shoreline development with oceanfront high rises and long beach ribbons. He warns of evacuation traffic, the new hurricane risk percentages, and the danger of tornadoes, lightning, and storms. The piece recalls Buckroe Beach in 1933 and urges planning ahead amid low-lying areas and road limits.
A notice advertises the Destin Blue Box for home delivery with Destin LOG. Each box costs $2.00 and a metal post is available for an extra dollar. The box is designed to keep the paper dry and clean.
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