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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1982
Page
4
The Destin Log operates Wednesdays and Saturdays at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida 32541 serving Destin and South Walton County. It is delivered by Second Class Mail. Advertising deadlines are Monday Noon and Thursday Noon.
Jack Becklund recounts a chaotic summer at the LOG office described as a derailed train and an eyesore. Air conditioners fail, a used window unit purchase aids recovery, power outages erase memories, the Chevy overheats, weeds and roaches intrude, the mower breaks, and Memorial Day goes unobserved as staff cope with a surge of summer work.
The editorial credits Rep. James Ward for pushing a 97000 appropriation to acquire an easement for a pipe flushing system at Old Pass Lagoon. It notes the plan as a first feasible fix amid calls for long term studies of pollution sources, urges Senate support, and praises Ward’s persistence while acknowledging other efforts.
County records update shows Seventh Street in Silver Beach Sub division remains unvacated, 40 foot public beach access 150 feet west of Henderson Beach boundary. Neighbor conflicts over parking deemed resolved, lagoon committee planned, septic tanks near lagoon to be surveyed for pollution risk. sheriff to patrol park closures.
The readers dispute Karen MacGrogan’s critique of mailbox design noting that many Destin mailboxes are damaged repeatedly. They argue the wear reflects neglect and vandalism rather than lack of personal expression, referencing multiple replacements and ongoing law and order concerns.
A reader highlights timeshare scams in Florida, noting lottery like prizes and pressure tactics, with proposed laws to curb abuses. Commentary on Destin median strip politics, local gratitude to Adopt a Median supporters, and a thank you note from the Cheek family.
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