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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1982
Page
4
The Destin Log is published each Wednesday and Saturday at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida for residents of Destin and South Walton County. It is sent to subscribers as Second Class Mail. Advertising deadlines are Monday Noon and Thursday Noon.
In a lively sailing tale, Jackstars chronicles Blackjack the Capri 30’s dramatic two day Pearson Regatta triumph at Fort Walton Yacht Club. After a rocky start and skeptical nerves, a strong crew and expert tactician Rick Zern propelled Blackjack to 1st in spinnaker class and 1st overall, beating the fleet by about an hour in the first race and securing overall victory.
Editorial critiques the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services for halting hospital applications and rewriting building rules. The moratorium delays July appeal hearings for two Destin hospital developers while Northwest Florida Health Council reviews regional needs. Community input urged before rules solidify.
The author warns saltwater intrusion threatens Gulf Coast growth and argues for a regional dammed reservoir system north of Crestview. Such a freshwater lake network could secure supply, curb flooding, boost tourism, attract industry, and unlock extensive recreation along bays, rivers, and Eglin lands. The Northwest Florida Water Management District boosts feasibility.
The Destin Log calls for letters to the Editor with signatures and addresses. Submit legibly by mail to Editor Destin LOG P O Box 957 106 Marler St Destin FL 32541 and expect possible editing for length.
Letter to the LOG TO THE EDITOR laments dramatic changes in South Okaloosa County over 32 years. It recalls Elliott's Point and Garnier's Beach housing, Brooks Street clinics, Vandegriffs jewelry, Tringas Theater, Eglin Boulevard widening, bridge replacements, condo growth on Holiday Isle, and heavy traffic. It notes an Environmental officer denying dog walking on dunes and concludes with moving to a quieter area.
The Shores Roger J. Clary thanks The Destin LOG for outstanding coverage of the Grand Opening of Shores Shopping Center. He commends the special section feature photos and news articles and expresses appreciation for the coverage.
Readers defend Destin’s architecture against Ms Miller’s lavender critique. They praise Winterchase Condominium and express concern over new motel maps, highway plans, and Beach dog restrictions. The letter cites developers, locals, and the April 1983 context as it argues preservation of natural beauty.
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