Fall festival fun (photos)
The parking lot at AJ's Seafood and Oyster Bar was invaded by pirates, princesses and other super heroes Monday afternoon as more than 200 youngsters attended the free Fall Festival at AJ's. For more...
View ArticleHowling Happenings at Destin Commons Halloween Haunt
It’s going to be a frightfully fun time for the family Halloween at Destin Commons on Oct. 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. The eerie event will be full of kid’s creepy crafts, fantasy face painting,...
View ArticleBeyond Destin: Vortex Springs
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 ArticleCelebrate PumpkinPalooza at HarborWalk Village
The Destin harbor will be haunted with costumed creatures for HarborWalk Village’s thrilling and chilling PumpkinPalooza Weekend, Oct. 25 and 26. The Halloween festivities begin with the Redd, Hot and...
View ArticleUnique Antiques: Vintage Jewelry by Mary Kay Samouce
The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation is hosting the 19th annual Festival of the Arts at the MKAF Cultural Arts Village, October 25-26. The festival will feature 100 visual artists and The Log will be...
View ArticleMOODY: Teal pumpkins — allergy friendly houses
Halloween is supposed to a spooky time of year. From haunted houses to trick or treating and fall festivals, our little zombies, ghosts, super heroes, and princesses get an opportunity to let their...
View ArticleARBOR WEALTH: Andy, Barney and Mayberry Investment Patience
“I was born in a small town. And I can breathe in a small town.” — from “Small Town” as performed by John Cougar Mellencamp “The Andy Griffith Show,” which debuted in 1960, is still one of my...
View ArticleCartoon: Art festival incoming
Destin Log reporter, Dill Beaty depicts the upcoming Mattie Kelly Art Foundation's Festival of the Arts coming this weekend.
View ArticleHow did Destin fisherman keep their catch fresh before artificial ice?
Another one of the History Mysteries of Destin is how did the Destin fisherman keep their catch of fish fresh in order to sell it in Pensacola before there was artificial ice? With the Destin Fishing...
View ArticleA Social Scene: Of Oranges and Pinks
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 ArticleDays Gone By: Catches of the Past
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 ArticleOrder Up! The iconic Destin Diner set to return
The retro silver diner located on the corner of U.S. Highway 98 and Airport Road will soon be resurrected and restored to its glory days. Local restaurateur Olivier Petit, owner of The Red Bar and...
View ArticleG.I. Joes mystery unveiled
The person behind the mysterious G.I. Joes amusement park sign at 1001 U.S. Hwy 98, adjacent to Big Kahunas has finally been revealed. Former professional football player and local entrepreneur,...
View ArticleCity leaders agree to drainage improvements in Heritage Run
City leaders have agreed to spend $34,400 for drainage improvements in the Heritage Run subdivision south of Calhoun Avenue. “This design contract is the first step of many in addressing the...
View ArticleMark Wichern is running for U.S. Congress District 1.
I am Mark Wichern and I am running to be your next Representative for U.S. Congress. I am a registered Republican but running as a No-Party-Affiliate (NPA). I do not believe having either John Boehner...
View Article‘Mosaic Meets Canvas’: Mary Hong’s Unique Glasswork
Mary Hong possesses an enthusiasm for life that spills over into everything she does, and as an artist this joy expresses itself through every beautiful piece that she creates. A former flight...
View ArticleCartoon: Destin YMCA Tales
Destin Log cartoonist, Dill Beaty gives his depiction of the City's decision to reopen the Destin YMCA for 60 days.
View ArticleState drops charges against Cyron Marler
Councilman Cyron Marler’s wife has informed authorities that her husband did not try to run her over. A charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon filed Oct. 9 has therefore been dropped. “Mr....
View ArticleHART: Ebola, we hardly know ya’
When it comes to any issue, what is best for America is not what drives Obama. Even with Ebola, he is like the trendy new song, “I’m all about the base, ‘bout the base, not the trouble.” As with any...
View ArticleREADY: Snippets of news that’s fit for print
Since its 19th century founding, the New York Times motto in the upper left hand corner of the paper has read, “All the news that’s fit to print.” So, here’s my take on bits and pieces of the news in...
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