Articles by Matt Algarin
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TURNING DIRT: Expansion a ‘turning point’ for Destin Commons
Behind construction fences at Destin Commons, work on the 100,000-square-foot expansion project is well on its way. “We are in the phase of doing most of our site work now, which includes all o... READ MORE
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City leaders agree to remove parking, roadway from Norriego Point management plan
Whether it’s a roadway, a pavilion or a parking lot, one thing is clear, some residents and council members don’t want anything on Norriego Point. "There are just some things, some parts o... READ MORE
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City to 'beautify' Royal Melvin Heritage Park
Royal Melvin Heritage Park is set to receive a facelift. "The object is to have ADA access from U.S. 98 to the harbor, and to beautify the property," Community Redevelopment Agency Pr... READ MORE
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City leaders reflect on the year that was 2012
As the calendar prepares to roll over to 2013, The Log asked city leaders in Destin to reflect on the year that was 2012. With everything from beach restoration, debates over tourism helicopters ... READ MORE
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City votes to fly solo on drafting economic development plan
After talks of potential Sunshine Law violations surfaced at city hall recently, city leaders have agreed to handle the creation of Destin's economic development plan on its own. "The city... READ MORE
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Dredge crews arrive in Destin (PHOTOS)
Crews from Great Lakes Dredge and Dock have arrived in Destin, as work is expected to begin on the West Destin beach restoration project in the next few weeks. The Oak Brook, Ill.-based company... READ MORE
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'The deal is now dead': Local developer says Family Hunt Club is a no-go
A "For Sale" sign has once again taken up shop on the abandoned Club Overboard/Twisted Palm building along U.S. Hwy. 98. "… the deal is now dead," local developer Damon Becn... READ MORE
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'Planning stages': FDOT to hold informational session for Hwy. 98 widening project
For those who want to voice their opinions about the U.S. Hwy. 98 widening project, a public information meeting is on the books Jan. 10 at 5 p.m. at Village Baptist Church. "I know there ... READ MORE
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City soliciting input from residents, businesses through anonymous surveys
The city of Destin is once again gauging the pulse of the people through a series of anonymous surveys. "The surveys will help us learn from our citizens and businesses and find ways the c... READ MORE
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Dolly meets Destin? Dolly Parton-backed development may serve up cowboy/pirate dinner theater
While lips are tight when it comes to a large-scale project along Commons Boulevard and U.S. Hwy. 98, records from the Okaloosa County Property Appraiser’s website suggest a Dolly Parton-backed ... READ MORE
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