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June Fishing Report

By Kayla Burleson It’s that summer time of year where the days get longer, fishing heats up and anglers get more time on the water....
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Learning About Asthma

By Kay Leaman, Health Architect, HealthyDay HealthyLife Even if you don’t have asthma, having knowledge about it can help someone you know or who you...
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OCSD Highlights Efforts in Support of Mental Health

Throughout the 2022-2023 school year, the Student Services Department and its mental health providers developed a monthly Mental Health Matters focus. Each month the Okaloosa County...
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Area Independence Day Fireworks!

City of Destin Fireworks are set off from the West Jetties Beach and can be seen over the East Pass beginning at 9 p.m. Tuesday,...
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Current Demand: Summer Escapes and Travel Beyond

By JoDell Haverfield, Have Travel Memories There are two main dynamics affecting travel in 2023: Supply and Demand. If I hear the phrase “pent-up demand”...
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“Reel Talk” From the City of Destin

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...

Trees On the Coast Educates Destin Elementary Students On The Importance...

By Will Estell Destin-based 501 C3, Trees On The Coast, recently helped 200 graduating fourth graders at Destin Elementary plant 15 Live Oaks, while Destin...
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Leadership Supercharge: Why Reading Should Be Your Daily Ritual

By Bill Mason, Rocket Fuel Coach In the dynamic world of leadership, where continuous growth and development are essential, there is one undeniable truth: leaders...
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Heroes Among Us: Courage and Resilience

By Doug Stauffer Ted Corcoran and the Fort Walton Beach Chamber hosted the American Veterans Center (AVC) from Washington D.C. They interviewed numerous local veterans who have bravely served their country....

Military Association Awards $29,000 In Scholarships

By Lori Leath Smith The Northwest Military Officers Association (NWFMOA) Annual Scholarship and Awards Luncheon in May saw eight scholarships awarded totaling $25,500 to JROTC cadets at...