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 County and his tireless commitment to public service, Ponder’s selection promises a new chapter for the college and for the students it serves.
Ponder’s appointment marks...
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 good word about our local nonprofits. Here are just a few ways you can make the holidays a lot brighter for those in need:
Harvest House...
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. We appreciate everyone’s patience with the stretch of Hwy. 98 being worked on presently!
TY: Our underground utilities project kicked off in November. This will not...
By Margaret Zonia Morrison
Are you seeing visions of sugarplums dancing in your head? Are you anticipating the patter of tiny hooves on the roof? Perhaps you may enhance your excitement about the holidays by taking a trip to Eden Gardens State Park. Not only will you be able to enjoy...
Alaqua Animal Refuge is urgently seeking public support to continue providing life-saving care for animals displaced by Hurricane Milton. While national animal welfare organizations have stepped in with emergency grants, food and bedding, Alaqua remains in critical need of monetary donations, volunteers, fosters and adopters to sustain the ongoing...
By Lori Leath Smith, Publisher
“Reflect upon your present blessings—of which every man has many—not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.”
— Charles Dickens
A sunset over the Bay; schools where parents are involved and teachers are impeccable; community parks with so much to offer; a business...
Colorful, Trendy Holiday Transformation
Pure & Couture
Who on your list wants a beautiful, colorful, trendy transformation for the holiday season? Why not get them hair extensions? Like magic, Pure & Couture’s hand-tied hair extensions are a thoughtful gift for anyone wanting to add thickness and volume–a BIG answer for...
Tamara L. Young, PhD, Public Information Director
This month the mayor, Bobby Wagner, and I sat down and reflected on the changing seasons and surrounding activities in Destin.
TY: Both of us have spent some time separately in New York lately, and it’s hard to be there and not appreciate the...
By Christopher Manson
Friday, Nov. 22
Hometown Holiday Parade And Coastal White Christmas Holiday Celebration
Grand Boulevard Town Center, Miramar Beach, 5 p.m.
grandboulevard.com
Thousands upon thousands of brilliant white lights and an expansive celebratory parade featuring the South Walton High School Marching Band, Emerald Coast Theatre Company, Destin High School, Dog-Harmony, Santa Claus...
NCAA Tournament second-round participants Alabama, Creighton and Syracuse headline an eight-team field in the inaugural Emerald Coast Classic Women’s Basketball Tournament, presented by Global Sports. Games will be played Nov. 25 and 26 at Raider Arena on the campus of Northwest Florida State College.
Alabama State, UAB, Clemson, Missouri and...
