City leaders approve choice zoning resolution (LIVEBLOG)
Destin Log Editor Matt Algarin was at tonight's brief City Council meeting. To see what was discussed, CLICK HERE.
View ArticleLocal author shares his run-ins with notable people
Elvin Bell has led an interesting life; one that has taken him from a humble migrant farmer’s son to the to the White House, and everywhere in-between. A man of many trades, Bell’s life-long...
View ArticleBeyond Destin: Eden Gardens State Park (PHOTOS)
Destin has a lot to offer, and although its beaches are world-famous and its seafood delicious, there are hundreds of hidden treasures in the surrounding area of Northwest Florida that yield for fun...
View ArticleDestin Area Chamber awards outstanding members and installs 2015 board (PHOTOS)
About 200 members of the Destin Area Chamber of Commerce gathered at Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village Friday night to celebrate 2014 successes and install the 2015 Officers and Board of Directors....
View ArticleARBOR WEALTH: Walking six miles through snow to school
“And you, of the tender years, can’t know the fears, that your elders grew by.” — from “Teach Your Children” by Crosby, Stills and Nash The Dust Bowl and the Great Depression surrounded my Uncle’s...
View ArticleA Social Scene: A look at Destin's social sharing (PHOTOS)
There’s no denying the role that social media plays in our daily lives, whether it’s Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram. Given Destin’s beauty, it’s no surprise that locals and visitors alike...
View ArticleHinder hits the stage at Club LA Friday
Rock band Hinder will be performing Friday night at Club LA, along with musical guests Red Wine Hangover and I Like I Like. Since forming back in 2001, Hinder has topped the charts through the years...
View ArticleCOLUMN: Hope is found in a warm bed and out-stretched arms: One woman is...
Many years ago a group of people from various churches saw what people are not supposed to see in Florida. Adults and children suffering from cold and hunger. Up north and out west it was expected,...
View ArticleThrivent Fianancial checks off for win over Dewey’s (PHOTOS)
The city of Destin’s Youth Basketball League is in full at the Destin Community Center with games games played on Friday and Saturday. Here are some of the scores and highlights of the two days of...
View ArticleDAYS GONE BY: A bird's life (PHOTOS)
Although Destin may be a relatively new city by historical standards, there is no denying the abundance of local lore. Days Gone By will showcase photos of Destin’s yesteryear. To submit your photos,...
View Article‘The dream is here’: Dunavant Enterprises Inc., unveils The Henderson
“A foundation has been set,” as representatives from Dunavant Enterprises Inc., unveiled its vision for the Henderson Beach Resort, which will be anchored by the 171-room luxury resort hotel, The...
View ArticleWomen’s literature lecture series comes to Destin Library
With topics like Women’s Literature and the “F” Word, and How to Keep ‘Em Down on the Farm, it’s not a far cry to assume that the upcoming lecture series at the Destin Library is going to be a lively...
View ArticleDr. Jason Thackeray: Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon (PHOTOS)
Editor’s Note: This article is the first in three-part series chronicling the process of having a total knee replacement and the sequence of events through the operation and rehabilitation." I ask Dr....
View ArticleCARTOON: Name changes at Destin Airport
Log Cartoonist Dill Beaty shares his take on the name change at Destin Airport.
View ArticleEmpson believes in preserving the backbone — fishing
For Dan Empson, giving to The Destin History and Fishing Museum is a no-brainer. “It’s a fishing museum and fishing is Destin,” said Empson, owner of Harry T’s and museum board member. “Destin was...
View ArticleA ‘Welcome’ Snowbird: When a haircut is more than just a haircut (PHOTOS)
This time each year, Snowbirds flock to the Emerald Coast to enjoy the beaches and soak up the sun during the winter. One Snowbird in particular makes his regular visit to The Barbery Coast for his...
View ArticleOVERHEARD ON THE WEB: Airport name changes
County Commissioners are considering name changes for the Northwest Florida Regional Airport. The idea brought about plenty of chatter on The Log’s Facebook page. Here’s some of our social media...
View ArticleRON HART: The productive life of Toystory the bull
There was sad news in the breeding world last week. Toystory, the bull that set the world record for producing offspring, died. The Wall Street Journal did a fascinating front page story on this randy...
View ArticleMARY READY: On treating one another like dogs
With apologies to the Pooch Scoop columnist, P.A. DeFrenza, (who does it way better), this is my bi-annual article with a canine theme. Well, sometimes tri-annual. I like dogs. Mine, yours,...
View ArticleA Social Scene: January Beauty
There’s no denying the role that social media plays in our daily lives, whether it’s Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram. Given Destin’s beauty, it’s no surprise that locals and visitors alike...
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