Shield of Faith Missions Provides Help for Veterans and First Responders
By Bob Conrad
Today, more than 2.7 million men and women have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in the fight on terrorism.
“Unfortunately, for many,...
Destin’s New Water Tower
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...
Breaking Bread with American Lunch
By Heather Bennett
Food insecurity along The Emerald Coast is an ongoing issue that we have spotlighted with stories involving local food banks, churches, and...
Off the Hook: Tarpon Run in Destin
By Cali Hlavac, To Do In Destin
The Tarpon have arrived! A bucket list fish for many anglers, Tarpon are most commonly found in south...
Perspectives: What Does Independence Day Mean To You?
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...
From the Sheriff: Staying Safe from Covid 19 During Summer Crowds
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...
COVID-19 Hometown Heroes: Part 2
By Rita L. Sherwood
We are truly blessed to live in such a giving community; our local heroes are almost too many to count. In...
U.S. 98 Improvement Project Concludes in Destin
Construction on a $4.7 million project to resurface and improve U.S. 98 between the East Pass (Marler) Bridge and Airport Road in the City...
Aletha’s Legacy Offers Hope to Liberian Children
By Lori Leath Smith
Last fall, photographer and philanthropist Zhalman Harris, best known locally behind the camera, returned to his home country Liberia on a...



































































