Destin leaders advance Threadgill Park improvements, explore land buy for parking relief
The Destin City Council is backing a major upgrade to Threadgill Park’s ballfields and considering new land for parking.
Destin eyes hard cap on pontoon and livery rentals with new ordinance
Destin is moving toward capping livery vessels at 490 and adding strict safety and permit rules, in what could become the city’s biggest shakeup of its boating industry in years.
Destin approves $3.3M sheriff’s contract despite rising costs
Destin City Council approved a $3.3 million contract with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, but officials voiced concerns about rising costs, fairness of raises, and whether residents or tourists should bear the burden.
Destin adopts social media policy for officials, prompting concerns over free speech
What counts as a Sunshine Law violation in the digital age? Destin officials just drew a hard line — and not everyone’s ready to log off.
Okaloosa Schools Release Bus Schedules for 2025-6 School Year
Okaloosa County School District has released their bus schedules for the upcoming school year.
Destin council moves to rein in E-Bike speeds, citing safety and enforcement concerns
Destin is drafting tougher e-bike rules in response to safety and enforcement concerns, with new speed limits and broader micro-mobility regulations expected by September.
Destin approves Alvin’s Island redevelopment after 2021 fire
The Destin City Council unanimously approved a new Alvin’s Island store on U.S. 98, marking the chain’s comeback more than three years after its original location burned down.
Destin approves new warning signs, buoys near East Pass after Trinity Eslinger disappearance
After the heartbreaking disappearance of 10-year-old Trinity Eslinger, Destin leaders are taking action to warn visitors about hidden dangers near East Pass.
Destin bonfire ordinance dies on floor without a second
Destin bonfire ordinance dies on floor without a second Collin Bestor July 9, 2025 12:30 am Destin In Brief: 🔥 Destin residents overwhelmingly opposed allowing beach bonfires during a heated public hearing. 🚫 Council members rejected a proposal to draft an ordinance for fires on private property after strong public backlash. 🌊 Residents cited code […]
You’ll Want to Know THIS About Last Month’s Destin Tour Helicopter Crash Before You Take Your Family on a Flight:
The National Transportation Safety Board released a damning report about the helicopter in June’s crash.
