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And Support the Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles Everyone knows there’s just no place like home for the holidays, and this season there’s no better gift to give a young one but South Walton’s own Theo! This year, Santa’s elves have been busy crafting 100 Giant 36” Theos available...

Stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, sizzling styles and healthy smiles are ready-made gifts from the merchants at City Market. Colorful, Trendy Holiday Transformation Pure & Couture Who on your list wants a beautiful, colorful, trendy transformation this season? Why not get them hair extensions? Like magic, Pure & Couture’s hand-tied hair extensions...

By Heather Bennett In Fort Walton Beach there is a movement to bridge the gap between job openings and skilled laborers. This community, which depends on construction and other skilled labor jobs, will lose a large part of its workforce as the baby boomers in these industries start to retire....

Visit Santa in Destin Don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit Ole’ St. Nick. Santa makes regular appearances at Bass Pro Shops in Destin, Grand Boulevard and Sandestin, The Village at Baytowne Wharf, and HarborWalk Village. You might find him making special appearances at events held at Silver Sands...

“Over the past few months, there’s been quite a buzz over a new Destin High School; things continue to progress toward its opening,” says Prebble Ramswell, Destin High School Inc. President. In October, the Okaloosa County School District voted 5-0 to approve the charter school contract for the first high...

By Rita L. Sherwood It’s that time of year again, time to spend with family, time to enjoy the Christmas season, time for all of the parties, and don’t forget, it’s also time to shop for everyone on your Christmas list. Why not shop like a local and give back...

Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) is looking for a few extra hands to help with all things Christmas, from stuffing stockings, to manning the toy room and at upcoming events! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Chelsea Fox at Chelsea@eccac.org or at (850) 833-9237 Ext. 256. Items...

With a relaxed holiday vibe, the Chamber’s Holiday and Awards Party on Dec. 17 from 5:30 - 9 p.m. and sponsored by Fort Walton Beach Medical Center & Twin Cities Hospital is a perfect celebration for the holidays and will recognize the Chamber’s most outstanding members. Held at The Emerald...

Twinkling lights, skating on ice, magical tunes and streets filled with sparkle, tinsel, holly and snow beckon you to welcome back your inner child as you “believe” in the magic of the holidays all over again. Santa is being good to you this season at The Village of Baytowne...

2019 Christmas Outdoor Decorating Contest Get your holiday on! The City of Destin’s Holiday Committee will be selecting the best Christmas holiday decorations in six major categories: Best Decorated Home: includes single homes, duplexes (best side), mobile homes, etc. Best Decorated Business: includes restaurants, shops, department stores, schools, professional offices, etc. Best Decorated...