Decision Day looms for Destin voters, eight candidates (WITH ELECTION GUIDE)
With just days until the City Council elections, The Log asked the eight men and women in the race for a few final thoughts. With three seats up for grabs, the council may look a bit different after...
View ArticlePancakes for Pelicans: Breakfast to raise funds for fishing line recycling...
For $10 you can eat as much pancakes, bacon and home fries as you can handle, and help make Destin a cleaner, safer place for wildlife. Destin Forward, an educational and leadership program for...
View ArticleFISH FLASH: A bet, 'a buzz' and breakers on the Destin docks
Not sure which was bigger on the docks Monday — the fish or the good times had by spring breakers and others on the charter boats. "It was a super good, awesome day," said Stevana Williams of...
View ArticleCity: Water, aircraft don’t mix
With a 5-1 vote during a recent City Council meeting, city leaders have grounded aircraft — at least when it comes to taking off and landing in the city's waterways. Given the congestion between...
View ArticleRamswell, Foreman elected; re-count scheduled as one vote separates Braden...
Destin Log Reporter Matt Algarin reported the results of tonight's election results. Prebble Ramswell collected 836 votes (19.65 percent) the most votes Tuesday night, while incumbent Jim Foreman...
View ArticleDestin beaches become breaker central (PHOTOS)
Spring break is in full swing, as beaches and roadways were packed on Monday afternoon. Colorful beach towels dotted the sand, and groups playing beach games gave a festive feel to the years’ first...
View ArticleSky surfers: A high intensity sport for those who love the wind and water...
This high intensity sport is not for everyone, but those who tackle it can glide and dive like birds and rocket through the air to amazing heights. This winter day is exquisitely warm and bright and...
View ArticleCounty signs off on spring break Victoria's Secret beach bash
A New York marketing firm that wants to host a giant beach party at James Lee Park to promote Victoria’s Secret's Pink brand must also pay for off-duty deputies to work the event. Okaloosa County...
View ArticleMeet Miss Marlin: Confidence, poise and future opportunities for Destin...
The cafeteria was abuzz with excitement as young girls in heels paraded across the stage and cheered for each other in preparation for the fifth annual Miss Marlin Pageant at Destin Middle School on...
View ArticleDESTIN ATWITTER: Spring Break
DESTIN ATWITTER: Spring Break The mingling of Destin's beaches and spring breakers is in full swing. As they dig their toes into the sand, the college students have also taken to Twitter to share...
View ArticleMatt Algarin named editor of The Destin Log and Walton Sun, Hatfield headed...
Matt Algarin, current city government reporter for the Destin Log, has been named editor of both The Destin Log and the Walton Sun. He will replace William Hatfield, who has headed up content...
View ArticleLETTER: What I’ve learned about Feline Friends
Who knew Feline Friends of Destin did so much for Destin’s furry felines? Before my “need” for Feline Friends, I had no idea exactly what the group did, how they raised money, or in what ways...
View ArticlePOLICE BLOTTER: Warrants pending following high speed chase through Destin
A suspicious vehicle led Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office deputies on a chase along Highway 98 Monday evening before deputies called off the pursuit due to heavier traffic and the driver’s speeds. The...
View ArticleVictoria Secret's beach bash is in the pink (VIDEO,PHOTOS)
DESTIN — Pink, pink and more pink. That was the vibe Thursday afternoon as hundreds of spring breakers descended on James Lee Park for the Victoria’s Secret Pink Party. PHOTOS: View a photo gallery...
View ArticleEmerald Coast Boat Show showcases breakthrough technologies
A date change from the Fall to Spring for the Emerald Coast Boat Show is sure to resonate positively with area boaters interested in checking out the latest in new boating products. Slated for March...
View ArticleFirst time, but not the last (with catch-of-the-day photos)
Call it beginners luck or skill, either way several first-time anglers pulled in some pretty nice catches this week while fishing aboard Destin charters. The Urbine family of Texas was first-timers...
View ArticleAfter machine recount, Braden, Weidenhamer still tied (UPDATED)
12:40 UPDATE: After the machine recount, Rodney Braden and Tom Weidenhamer are still tied for the third and final seat on the Destin City Council. A manual recount is currently taking place at the...
View Article'Senior friendly': New development slated for Airport Road
A new housing development called Osprey Landing has been proposed for a stretch of land along Airport Road. "It's a reflection of the economy, which is on an uptick," Community Development Director...
View ArticleHandmade and Homegrown: New Destin farmers’ market opens on the harbor
Where can you get water-grown vegetables, farm-fresh milk, and gourmet crab meat pretzels? Starting today, you can find all of these unique products and more at the brand new Destin Harbor Farmers'...
View ArticleEarly design of Norriego Point shows pavilion, rock plans: Some Holiday Isle...
The proposed improvements to Norriego Point now have a visual representation, as conceptual pictures have been created by city contractors. "It's still really early in the process, but this shows the...
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