A Doughnut Delight: National Doughnut Day, a sweet treat
National Doughnut Day is June 6, and as part of the celebration, The Log held a blind taste test comparing three Destin area doughnut shops; Dunkin’ Donuts, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, and The Donut Hole...
View ArticleGreat start to the fish week (Catch-of-the-day photos)
Fishing along the Emerald Coast got off to a great start this week with several fish hitting the docks on Monday. Take a look at just a few of the fish brought in by our local charter fleet.
View ArticleFWB High School grad: ‘I set out to make a change’
FORT WALTON BEACH — Community service, just as much as science, has driven Kerri Andre’s choices as she explores the next chapter of her life. Instead of attending a Florida school, the 17-year-old...
View ArticleYoungsters yank in the big ones
More times than not, the youngest person on the boat pulls in the biggest fish. And on Thursday, it happened at least twice. Walker Hembree, 7, of Oklahoma was quick to point out that the 20-plus...
View ArticleHarborWalk Village offers live music, thrills and adventure
Have an action packed summer full of adventure, memorable events, great restaurants, exciting family fun and high energy nightlife this summer at HarborWalk Village. Fat Tuesday Parades Tuesdays at...
View Article'It has to be worked out': Pedestrian safety along U.S. Hwy 98 a priority
Could routing pedestrian traffic off the busy highway be the answer to safely crossing "Bloody 98?" Destin resident Christine Clark thinks so, and while she's not re-inventing the wheel with her idea,...
View ArticleREADY: Reminiscences from a west Destin snob
If Destin had a railroad, I’d live on the wrong side of the tracks. As a long-time resident, growing up, raising a family, and retiring here, I’ve become an insufferable proponent of all things long...
View ArticleLETTER: Destin Professional Firefighters ‘extremely concerned’ about citizens
Commissioner Buckingham, The Destin Professional Firefighters are extremely concerned to hear that come October 1, 2014 we will not be able to provide medical treatment for our citizens. We understand...
View ArticleDMS principal welcomes graduating Destin Elementary School students (PHOTOS)
The message was… "every kid is an important part of the school, no matter what grade they are in." Those were the words of the new Destin Middle School Principal Charlie Marello, who welcomed the new...
View ArticleLETTER: They’re going to need a bigger extinguisher to put this fire out!
If you’re alarmed about our Destin Fire Control District’s commissioners’ vote to shut down advanced life support (ALS) paramedic services on Oct. 1, 2014, join this fire brigade. According to Chapter...
View Article'It's that time of year when people want to go fishing'
Although red snapper season closed in federal waters Monday, charter boat captains are still fishing and booking trips. "We're booked solid the next few weeks," said Capt. Kyle Lowe on the Special K....
View ArticleRecycled Bicycles: Local company donates to international students
When Phillip Poundstone heard that Destin United Methodist Church (Destin UMC) and the international student bike ministry had a need for bikes he knew he was just the guy for the job. As the owner of...
View ArticleA social approach to government: City of Destin joins Facebook
With millions and millions of users worldwide, Facebook has become the social media network of choice for most, whether they are looking to keep up with their family and friends or stay up-to-date on...
View ArticleAn icy douse for a good cause: First responders take up a “cold water challenge”
A new social media challenge that has been sweeping the country has now begun to pick up steam here on the Emerald Coast. It’s called the Cold Water Challenge and the rules are simple. - Open your...
View ArticleTransportation: ‘a long-term issue with a long-term solution’
The 2nd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium, hosted by Northwest Florida Regional TPO and West Florida Regional Planning Council, drew more than 200 people May 29 & 30. Jim Wood,...
View ArticleCity leaders approve tax exemption ballot language
With a unanimous vote Monday night, city leaders approved, on first reading, ballot language for the proposed economic development ad valorem tax exemption (EDATE). “EDATE is important for Destin...
View ArticlePlaying Games and Good Times: Summer half-day camp at Destin Community Center
It’s the first week of summer vacation for Okaloosa County, and for 24 Destin kids that means half-day summer camp at Destin Community Center. The kids arrive at 8:30 a.m. and are entertained with...
View ArticleLAURA HALL: Exotic, Enthralling Orchids (PHOTOS)
Writing about one of the largest flowering plant families with more than 25,000 different types is a daunting task. I am warning you, up front, that collecting orchids can be bewitching and habit...
View ArticleThree accept voluntary fire buyout program
After recently creating a voluntary incentive separation program to help overcome a budget shortfall, firefighters at the Destin Fire Control District have jumped on board. “Three individuals have...
View ArticleLook out for Big Red: New local food truck rolls into Destin
The Big Red Truck, a new food truck and catering business owned by Destin local, Casey Jones, is hard to miss. One look along the Fishing Fleet Marina in the morning, or at 101 Calhoun Avenue in the...
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