By Aether Van Dyke
Nightmares are not always only in the realm of the unconscious. They are often manifested through abuse and addiction. It is overwhelmingly common for people to find themselves going from a bad situation to a worse situation when drugs and other abuses become involved. Those struggling...
Can you believe it’s already our 2nd anniversary? Thank you to our avid readers and the community who have embraced this thriving publication as your own. We join several of our partners and friends who are also celebrating milestone anniversaries at this time: Beverly Hills Day Spa—15 years; Emerald...
International Mural Artist Creates the Unique, Beautiful Visual
Imagine yourself in front of a blank canvas wondering what to paint…now imagine that blank canvas measures 90,000 sq. ft. and is 200 ft. up in the air!”
Over the past few weeks, you’ve probably seen the gradual work of the rendering of...
By Heather Bennett
The beauty of The Emerald Coast brings together people from all walks of life, political views, religions, and races. On Independence Day we celebrate the birth of our nation in one of the most beautiful locations in the country. While some of us may disagree over the...
By Larry R. Ashley, Sheriff
Beaches in Okaloosa County are open from dawn to dusk and business is booming.
Restaurants and bars are re-opened with limited capacities and boosted cleaning procedures.
The Okaloosa Island Fishing pier, fishing charters, dolphin cruises and water sports rentals are available again as well.
Tens of thousands of...
Beaches, restaurants, retailers, vacation rentals, businesses and many Destin Life partners have been opening or reopening and getting back to work! Here’s the latest at the time of this printing:
Vacation rentals in the Florida panhandle have been allowed to book guests again and tourists are so happy. Okaloosa, Walton,...
Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers, Saving Lives, Defying Death
By Martha J. LaGuardia-Kotite, former Captain USCG
Immense Pacific Ocean seas rolled ashore. The frigid salt water swept into the mouth of the Oregon cave at the foot of Cape Lookout with a roar so loud, the Coast Guard helicopter hovering above was...
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Free Beach Bonfire | 5pm | Royal Palm Grille
Locals on the Harbor | 5pm | Boathouse Oyster Bar
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Farmer’s Market | 9am-1pm | Grand Boulevard
Rock The Dock Free Concert Series | 7pm | Harborwalk Village
Karaoke | 8pm | World of Beer
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Women’s Concealed Carry Class...
Just in time for Memorial Day, vacation rentals in the Florida panhandle are allowed to book guests again. As of May 19th, officials have approved the Okaloosa County plan to reopen short-term rentals effective immediately. View the Okaloosa County Short Term-Rental Plan here.
Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, Gulf, Franklin, Escambia, and Santa...
By Lori Leath Smith, Publisher
Yes, our world has changed, at least temporarily.
Local schools remain closed. Education for students is conducted from home. Many continue to work from home, while others may gradually return to their business as it opens.
Stores close early to disinfect. Other stores are gradually opening limiting...