And the Miss Destin Winner is Kaylie Sparks!

Eight contestants, Destin resident high-school girls between the ages of 16 and 19, recently vied for the title of Miss Destin 2021—Kathryn Ballard, Molly...

Meet Todd Wilkinson, MKAF’s Music Man

By Zandra Wolfgram They say music makes the world go ‘round. If that is true, then Todd Wilkinson is surely the man giving the globe...

DHS Unveils New Iconic Statue and Athletic Director

By Kay Phelan Destin High School’s (DHS) Governing Board and Head of School, Principal Cruickshank, recently held a community surprise reveal, news update and a...

Accentuate the Negative

By Lisa Turpin This will be the ONLY time I encourage you to focus on the negative. Bing Crosby sings about accentuating the positive, which...

Owner of AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar Ranked One of the...

In 2020, readers of “Nation’s Restaurant News” had a chance to weigh in on who they considered leaders in the restaurant industry. The people...
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Local Pro: Dana Jolman, The Porch Life Boutique

By Lori Leath Smith Dana Jolman and her husband, Dustin, (also her high school sweetheart) found their way to our area when stationed here at...
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What Ever Happened to Patriotism?

By Myrna Conrad We are in the middle of celebrating two very patriotic holidays, Memorial Day and Independence Day. Memorial Day commemorates the men and...
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Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s Summer Camps 2021

10 Different Programs, 12 Artist Experts, a Full-Length Musical and More Share the spotlight with the likes of Matilda, Alexander Hamilton, Harry Potter, SpongeBob, Dr....

Celebrate, Escape and Embrace the Best of Summer!

Baytowne is boomin’ with events, activities and family fun for summer! The Village and all of its merchants welcome you to visit, shop, dine...
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Cali’s To Do In Destin! June 2021

••••••••• 4 ••••••••• Locals On The Harbor | 4pm | Boathouse Oyster Bar j.Leon Gallery Open House | 5pm | j.Leon Gallery Free Beach Bonfire | 5pm...