“If you don’t believe every day is a great day, you...

By Lori Leath Smith, Destin Forward class member Tell people you feel great…Be a good finder…Have an “I can” attitude…Work hard to be the best...

‘Tis the Season to Sell! Or is it?

By Gail Pelto, Realtor Should I wait until the new year to put my home or investment property on the market for sale? I often...

Hand & Stone Massage: Give an “Experience” Instead of “Stuff”

Here’s why it’s such a great idea: A growing trend in holiday gift giving is to create an “experience” as a gift instead of giving...
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Holiday Energy Saving Tips

By Chris Balzar May this holiday season fill your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter. We will speak or...

Celebrate the Holidays with “Theo”

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...

Dear Santa:

By Sean Dietrich I feel a little silly writing you. Recently, I wrote a column about how when I was a boy I always wanted...
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Three Things for Investors to Consider Now

By Maurice Stouse, Branch Manager and Financial Advisor As investors look toward 2020 and back on recent history, there are a lot of things on...

Destin Banners Reflect the Beauty in Our Area

By Ron Sandstead, Flutterby Antiques Driving across the Marler Bridge into Destin and looking at our gorgeous emerald water and white sand is always a...

Holiday Trends & Treasures

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...

R.I.S.E. Helping the Community Rise Up Together

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...