New street signs coming soon
In February, the city of Destin began looking at a problem with unidentified street signs and signs in disrepair along U.S. Hwy. 98. Four intersections heading east and three heading west along this...
View ArticleREADY: Saying 'thank you' to retiring teachers
When I retired in 1997 from Choctawhatchee High School after 30 years, I “graduated” for the second time, my first graduation having taken place in 1963. I remain GREEN from my student days at...
View ArticleHART: Iraq: Losing our trillion dollar war
In his own "Mission Accomplished" moment, Obama declared a couple of years ago that he had brought a “responsible end to the war in Iraq.” As it turns out, not so much. A destabilized Iraq ushered in...
View ArticleDays Gone By: Scouts
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. This edition The Log...
View ArticleA Social Scene: Almost Summertime
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 ArticleSeen-on-Scene: Buck’s Smokehouse
Mike Buckingham and crew at Buck’s Smokehouse treated locals to some free barbeque on Friday. Here’s a look at some of the folks who dropped by for the event. Click here for photos.
View ArticleLane closure on Gulf Shore Drive
The northbound lane on Gulf Shore Drive from the "curve" to Shoreline Village will be closed Tuesday, June 2, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Destin Water Users maintenance.
View ArticleSwim with the manatees at Crystal River
Do you want to swim with manatees? In the latest edition of Beyond Destin, Log Reporter Savannah Vasquez ventured to Crystal River, Fla., which is about 7 hours from Destin. Check out this video sneak...
View ArticleInaugural Support the Troops Car Show
An inaugural car show hosted by the American Legion Post 296 this past Saturday was a huge success. About 500 people came out to view the 180 specialty cars on display along Main Street. The crowd...
View ArticleTeen arrested months after vehicle theft
A 17-year-old boy is accused of taking a man's truck in July 2014 while the victim was at work at Marina Cafe. The teen, identified as Jonathan Wayne Kendrick, went into the cafe on July 5, 2014, and...
View ArticleBeyond Destin: Crystal River Manatee Adventures
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 ArticleCartoon: School's Out
Log Cartoonist, Dill Beaty reminds everyone to stay safe while driving during the summer months.
View ArticleMerv at the ready: Local veteran shares military heritage and smiles at Home...
Every regular customer of the Destin Home Depot knows the smiling face of Mervin ‘Merv’ Williams. In addition to his customary orange apron, Williams is often clad in an Army beret, Vietnam-circa...
View ArticleDid you know? Personalized Signs
Did you know it's illegal to place personalized sign such as "lost dog," "garage sale," or "ABC pressure washing" on traffic signs, sign poles or utility poles. It distracts drivers from seeing the...
View ArticleHONORING A HERO: Mel Bryant
At 90 years old, Col. (Ret.) Melvin H Bryant USAF has quite a remarkable story during his time spent in the military. Although Bryant once thought of attending college, flying with the military took...
View ArticleLuLu’s Destin installs iconic 65-foot-wide neon roof sign
Lucy Buffett’s new LuLu’s restaurant is set to grand open in a few weeks. An iconic “LuLu’s” 17 foot-high by 65 foot-wide neon roof-top sign was installed this weekend. This sign won’t be missed by...
View ArticleA Social Scene: It's June
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 ArticlePooch Scoop: Here’s the scoop so bark all about it
Love me, Love my Dog? Not, especially when you are not a purrfect pet parent. Barking is a dog’s way of talking and every pitch has a different meaning. However, when dogs are allowed to bark...
View ArticleWhat are you doing this summer? The Top 5 Summer Activities as told by The Log
With the school year ending and visitors from around the country flocking to the area, many have one question popping up in their minds: What should I do this summer? The Log did the searching for you...
View ArticleARBOR WEALTH: Market valuations, Janet Yellen and Nuke LaLoosh
“Relax, all right? Quit trying to strike everybody out. Strikeouts are boring and besides that, they’re fascist. Throw some ground balls — it’s more democratic.” Crash Davis to Ebby Calvin LaLoosh in...
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