By Christopher Manson
Embrace Florida Kids is an offshoot of Embrace Alabama Kids, a faith-based organization that has been helping children and families since 1890. Director of Development and Community Relations Ramsey Lawrence has been speaking to churches and civic organizations and spreading the word about the nonprofit’s Florida arm...
By Christopher Manson
Coming together is a beginning.
Staying together is progress.
Working together is success.
~ The Destin Snowbirds Club Motto
Once again, the city of Destin welcomes winter guests and residents for a season of camaraderie, charitable efforts, and goodwill within the community. New connections are fostered, and old friends from all...
By “Doc” Doug Stauffer
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the Beal Cemetery, Gulf Cemetery, Heritage Gardens, Destin Memorial Cemetery and Sunset Cemetery will join more than 3,000 cemeteries nationwide for the annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony. These local events are more than just part of a national program; for many in...
By Michelle Ruschman
One of the greatest forces for good can be a child looking out for other children. Zachary Woodard was such a child and LightZ of Hope is his legacy through his parents, Brent and Susan, along with their team. Through this program, children who are hospitalized can...
By Tamara L. Young, PhD, Public Information Director for the World’s Luckiest Fishing Village
It’s a fish tail as old as time, and it contains all the basic bones of a solid story: setting, characters, conflict and climax. The setting is 7.5 square miles of living space, parks and...
The election season is upon us; are you registered to vote? Primary Elections are coming up August 20.
Political Party Affiliation
When completing the Florida Voter Registration Application Form, one of the fields is Party Affiliation. In this field, you have several options. You can choose from one of the major...
By Rick Karle
Dr Ryan Forbess and Lulu Gribbin. Photo courtesy Ann Blair Gribbin.
It was June 8th, and the 15-year-old looked up at her parents following surgery.
A day earlier she had been rushed to Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola.
It was the day after the shark attack.
“I made it,” the...
By Heather Bennett Eye
The Emerald Coast is home to numerous military bases and we are proud of the service members who call our community home. We deeply appreciate these brave men and women who have chosen a path of service and sacrifice. As we express our gratitude for their...
68th Annual Billy Bowlegs Festival | May 16-20
By Lori Leath Smith
Ahoy, maties! Avast, ye! It’s time to open your treasure chest, get your eyepatch on, take out your sword and get your pirate gear ready for 2024’s 68th Annual Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival—May 16-20. Any landlubber knows Pirate Captain...
By Megan Trainer
You won’t want to miss all the excitement at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park this year! Located on Okaloosa Island, the Gulfarium recently unveiled its new Dolphin Oasis, an exciting new addition which sets a new benchmark for marine life experiences. Further, this announcement was accompanied by news...
