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Destin, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Destin! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- What does a councilmanās felony arrest mean for Destin leadership?
- Who crushed home runs in Destinās coed softball league this week?
- Which Emerald Coast favorites took home top honors at the Destin gala?
Also on today's calendar: Planet 13 Destin-Miramar Celebrating 5 Years! and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark š¤ (Answer below!)
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 75 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 75.
- Monday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 88 and low of 75 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Destin councilman arrested on felony theft charges (midbaynews.com) ā A Destin city councilman is facing a felony grand theft charge after a client accused him of taking a large deposit for deck and dune walkover work he allegedly wasnāt licensed to perform and then abandoning the project. Okaloosa deputies served the warrant on behalf of state regulators, and Destin officials are now weighing what the case could mean for his role ahead of an October 15 court hearing. 
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ā¢ Beau Esprit grabs first win in Destin coed softball play (thedestinlog.com) ā Destinās adult coed softball league at Morgan Sports Center is heating up, with Beau Esprit earning its first win of the season and several other local teams trading big-scoring innings. If you play or cheer in this city league, youāll see familiar names, standout hitters, and a reminder that games run Monday and Wednesday evenings starting at 6:30 p.m. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Who won big at the 2026 Finest on the Emerald Coast awards gala (bradenton.com) ā Local businesses and attractions from around the Emerald Coast gathered at the DestināFort Walton Beach Convention Center to celebrate the 2026 Communityās Choice Awards. Nearly 300 attendees cheered as favorites like Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, Eglin Federal Credit Union, and Papaās Smokehouse took home multiple honors, showcasing the restaurants, services, and employers Destin-area residents rely on every day. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Destin
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Planet 13 Destin-Miramar Celebrating 5 Years! ā
Planet 13 FL - Miramar Beach, 11610 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, Miramar Beach
9:00 am
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
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Rowdies Rock ā
SKYBAR, Harbor blvd, Destin
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Ronnie Presley - Destin ā
4607 Legendary Marina Dr, Destin
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Patrick! Duo - Destin ā
4607 Legendary Marina Dr, Destin
5:00 pm -
Lulus Destin ā
Destin FL
5:00 pm -
JEFFERSON SOLO ā
TAILFINS, Harbor Nlvd, Destin
5:00 pm -
Patrick! Duo - Destin ā
4607 Legendary Marina Dr, Destin
5:00 pm -
PokĆ©mon Club ā
Destin FL
5:30 pm -
Lulus Destin ā
Destin FL
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Destin Karaoke Sunset Cruise | Sing on the Water ā
16 Harbor Boulevard, Destin -
Gypsy Pearl - Destin ā
4607 Legendary Marina Dr, Destin
5:00 pm -
Destin Community Yard Sale ā
Destin Community Center, 101 Stahlman Ave, Destin
8:00 am
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
Monday September 21
Tuesday September 22
Wednesday September 23
Saturday October 3
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- MDVIP Welcomes Drs. Pappas and Loudermilk to New Destin Practice āTessa Bonnstetter Read on Patch
- Did you know that businesses now cannot comment on posts on this app unless we pay a $100 monthly fee per business?
I personally run two businesses, and that is a lot! (Nextdoor Heritage Run) - Hey Neighbors!
Take a look at this exterior job painted beautifully! I am local with a small painting company, plenty of references and experience in commercialā¦ (Nextdoor Harbor Blvd - Destin)
- Sonic posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night in Destin. Apply here.
- Travel + Leisure Co. posted a job opening for Common Area Attendant in Destin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Destin here.
š Nearby News
Miramar Beach
- Millions of tourists hit Walton beaches. Only 1 drowning in 2026 (bradenton.com)
Fort Walton Beach
- Origin Bank adds veteran banker Jami Searle to Fort Walton Beach team (getthecoast.com)
- Cornerstone Chiropractic: Fort Walton Beach's Reliable Chiropractor (bogalusadailynews.com)
- Fort Walton Beach High School hosts 4th annual college fair with 60+ representatives (getthecoast.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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