01 Oct 1986
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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1986
Page
1
The Destin Fishing Rodeo kicks off offering more than 120000 in prizes as anglers chase snapper grouper and amberjack. Weigh-in stations at Marina Point run daily in October from 10 AM to noon and 2 to 7 PM, with a world record possible on any day.
The Log features a special Seafood Festival section with details on the Cheater con test entertainment schedules and booth locations. Readers can explore dining options across the Panhandle and enjoy sampling seafood along the festival weekend.
Walton County commissioners set a 9 a.m. Thursday special session with state Department of Transportation officials to discuss Old U.S. 98. The state reclassified the two lane road in June shifting maintenance to the county, which appealed in July due to funding shortfalls. The state plans a partial road closure in Okaloosa County for Henderson Beach State Park development.
County Commissioner Bill Peebles announced a framed picture of the U S S Okaloosa will be donated to the Historical Museum in Valparaiso. Copies will be hung in the Shalimar office and Crestview Courthouse, with a framed Navy history document also on display.
Niceville attorney Mike Chesser won 58 percent of the vote in Tuesdays runoff to secure the Democratic nomination for the District 5 state House seat. He led Ken Boles 6,324 to 4,658 and will face Republican Robert Harden in November.
The U S Army Corps of Engineers denies liability for beach erosion at Holiday Isle near East Pass Towers and Waterview Towers. Officials say more data is needed while condo representatives push jetty closure as the cause, though the Corps notes possible long term benefits and changed water flow.
The Destin Chamber of Commerce moves toward reorganization as the board approves a program of work by Executive Director Richard Berrier. The plan creates three divisions internal affairs economic affairs and community affairs with three vice presidents to oversee them.
South Walton voters approved a 2 percent tourist development tax on short term rental stays by 409 to 305. The levy begins Oct 1 and is projected to raise 300000 to 400000 in year one, benefiting off season advertising and beach improvements. Walton County officials and tourism leaders praised the outcome as boosting growth and tourism visibility for the area.
Okaloosa and Walton counties gave Attorney General Jim Smith decisive margins over Steve Pajcic in the Democratic runoff for governor. Pajcic still led statewide with about 51 percent after 96 percent of votes counted, while Tampa Mayor Bob Martinez led Republicans locally in Okaloosa and Walton. Destin attorney Lloyd Blue noted the regional split as the race continued toward the general election.
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