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An Explosion of Lights from Panama City to Biloxi and Beyond

By Christopher Manson “You wouldn’t know it’s the holiday season around here,” says Doug Kuba, owner of the Gulf Breeze-based Everlights by Design as well...

Stress-Free Christmas Decorating Tips

By Kim Schneider, Coastal Design by Kim Thanksgiving has come and gone, and Christmas is just around the corner. For many, the holiday season is...

The Ultimate Guide to Gifting Men: Stylish and Comfortable Apparel He’ll...

By Liesel Schmidt Shopping for the special guy in your life can feel like a daunting task. But, it doesn’t have to be—even if you’ve...

The Gift That Gives More

Support the Communities You Love by Shopping Local for the Holidays By Will Estell We’ve all heard the benefits over-and-over, from social memes to chamber advertising...

Mel Ponder Named President of NWFSC

By “Doc” Doug Stauffer Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has appointed County Commissioner Mel Ponder as its next president. Known for his unwavering dedication to Okaloosa...

Holiday Hometown Heroes Are Easy to Find This Season

By Christopher Manson Good news! There are plenty of opportunities to be a Hometown Hero this holiday season by donating, volunteering or simply spreading the...

“Reel Talk” from the City of Destin: Grounded

Tamara L. Young, PhD, Public Information Director This time, the Mayor and I sat down to share the latest on the underground utilities conversion project....

Cali’s To Do In Destin! December 2024

Ongoing Holiday Events: Now - Jan. 6 A Victorian Christmas at the Wesley House | Tours 10am - 3pm | Thurs.-Mon. weekly | Eden State Gardens Dec....

A Destin Holiday!

By Christopher Manson Now–Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 Geek Lights On The Corner Christmas Light Show At the corner of Bluewater Blvd. & Antiqua Way, Bluewater Bay Free performances...

Holiday Magic Is Here! Baytowne Countdown Ushers in 2025!

Twinkling lights, skating on ice, magical tunes and streets filled with sparkle, tinsel, holly and jolly beckon your inner child to “believe” in the...