Currently ranked as the fifth largest charity wine auction in the country by Wine Spectator Magazine, Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s mission is to connect wine enthusiasts to benefit children in need in Northwest Florida.
Following another successful year of fundraising, the Foundation presented its 17 benefitting, local children’s charities...
By Patricia Lee, Owner, Destinites.com
This month in our Destinites Facebook group at www.Facebook.com/groups/Destinites, members voiced concerns over two separate issues.
First, there is concern about e-bikes on the sidewalks, and second, there are concerns about the new proposal from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to add more recreational activities,...
By Barbara Palmgren
When I interviewed Liam Branagan, Director of Golf for Burnt Pine Golf Course, sitting in his new office where we viewed golfers through the large glass windows, I asked a question: Where did Burnt Pine get its name? I currently serve on the Board of Trustees at...
By Mary Fomby
Summer is winding down, but the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is just getting geared up for an amazing September with dolphins, turtles, manatees and much more!
Let’s get art-SEA! Dolphin Doodle Returns.
You can take home a completely unique piece of art that has a hint of fishy flare....
By Tamara Leigh Young, PhD, Public Information Director for the World’s Luckiest Fishing Village
It’s time for more “reel” talk from the Mayor and me. This time, the City of Destin’s Mayor, Bobby Wagner, and I sat down for a somber talk about Veteran suicide.
TY: You’re on a mayoral mission...
Fall, Football and “Frostacious” Flavor!
Smallcakes: A Cupcakery
Fall and Football—two of our favorite words! And our favorite cupcakes are always on hand for tailgating, back-to-school, birthdays and celebrations! Smallcakes’ 12-pack of assorted minis are a great way to sample all the flavors! September is here, ushering in a new wave...
Charge and Chomp: Power Your Electric Vehicle Next to Fudpucker’s Gator Beach!
Electric vehicle drivers can “fill up” their EV batteries, and their appetites, the next time they head to the world famous Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill in Destin. The restaurant recently unveiled a new FPL EVolution® public fast...
Check out some great places to watch the game here.
2024 College Football Game Day Highlights
Week 2: September 7
Michigan vs Texas 11am FOX
Okla. St vs Arkansas 11am ABC
Kentucky vs S. Carolina 2:30pm ABC
Auburn vs California 2:30pm ESPN2
Alabama vs USF 6pm ESPN
NC St. vs Tennessee 6:30pm ABC
Oklahoma vs Houston 6:45pm SECN
Week 3:...
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...
