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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1982
Page
4
The Destin Log publishes each Wednesday and Saturday at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida 32541 for residents of Destin and South Walton County. It is sent to subscribers as Second Class Mail. Advertising Deadlines Monday Noon and Thursday Noon.
The piece notes Destin’s rapid expansion from a fishing village to a potential city, driven by Highway 98 traffic and condo booms. It predicts construction from the bridge to Airport Road through 1984, then east toward Henderson Beach State Park, with housing demand rising and zoning and pollution controls needed to sustain growth. It also promotes next Saturday’s Water Sports section.
Editorial calls for legislative change to end automatic sealing and laundering of grand jury findings. Argues secrecy harms accountability and civic trust, urges reader letters to the Destin Log. Names Walton County and Florida law, asks for signatures and addresses.
Crestview board forms a committee with DER DNR and Water Management District to curb East Pass Lagoon pollution, invites private sector input from local associations, and discusses hangar space at Destin Airport with lease conditions. Upcoming airline service plans and a Septic Tank waste ban prompt new fees and a $250 reward for illegal dumping.
A reader urges opponents to speak out against a planned marina on Joe's Bayou citing fragile ecosystems and past damage in Destin Harbor. The letter praises local Bayou habitats, calls for marinas in non critical areas, and thanks Fort Walton Beach Viking band students, directors, parents and merchants for their support.
The weekly LOG faces questions about moving to daily status. The editor cites reader interest, the value of weekly community coverage, and a belief weeklies retain unique flavor. He notes national trends and asserts patience until the publisher decides.
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