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Don’t have a date for Valentine’s Day? Not ready for a commitment, but need some lovin? Go on a date to Props Craft Brewery & Taproom – and maybe even back to your place for a slumber party – with canine bachelors and bachelorettes from the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society...

That Hair (and Those Lips!) Pure & Couture At Pure & Couture, Valentine’s Day is no problem. Give her a gift certificate from Pure & Couture and watch her affection for you soar; she’ll more than appreciate a beautiful, signature makeover. Give this gift and witness their transformation! Does she...

Bowling to Help Destin’s State Park In partnership with Henderson Beach State Park, the Destin Chamber of Commerce Destin Forward Class of 2020 would like to invite you to a morning full of bowling, pancakes, fundraising, networking … and FUN! The fundraising effort will take place on Friday, February 21 at...

As the late winter sun starts to warm the Emerald Coast, families who love spending time on the water or just enjoying the coastal lifestyle have an upcoming weekend all their own at Aaron Bessant Park in Panama City Beach. The 4th annual Emerald Coast Boat and Lifestyle Show will...

Sunday, February 23, 2020 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $20 per person (includes your pup) or $25 day of the event Join local nonprofit Dog- Harmony for a dog walk through Destin Commons and then an after party at World of Beer. Celebrate your dog as you walk from mural to mural...

“Pups, Paddles & Pints,” a fundraiser for the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society, will be 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 15 at BOTE FWB/Boardroom Pub & Grub, 158 Miracle Strip Pkwy. The event features a drawing for a BOTE Breeze Aero Paddleboard worth $699, food by the Boardroom Pub &...

The 31st Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival Friday, February 14th - Saturday, February 15th Friday 5 p.m. and Saturday 12-4 p.m. Yum! Yum! It’s Almost Time for The Sandestin Gumbo Festival—the best gumbo cook-off on the Gulf Coast! Known as one of the largest and most popular winter food events along Florida’s Emerald Coast,...

Whether you’re single or in a relationship, Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that is easily overlooked. With so many great Valentine’s Day events happening in Destin all month, you’re sure to find some way to have a great time. We’ve detailed a list of romantic experiences, parties,...

By Jeff Hinkle Since beginning my campaign, I’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of great people and hear about challenges and opportunities facing our communities. I’ve noticed a common theme: people are seeking a great economy, good home values and a family-oriented environment. Our education system plays a prominent...

By Peggy Brockman, Author and Speaker, Executive Director, United for a Good Cause, Inc., Hope Squad Master Trainer Certified On February 26, I received that call no parent or grandparent ever wants to receive. One of my grandsons had attempted to take his own life – he attempted to commit suicide....