Built to Grow: Why Investing in People Makes a Stronger Community
By Danica LaFaire, Owner – Fish Window Cleaning, Destin
The sun reflecting off a perfectly clean window here in Destin is a beautiful sight. But,...
Emerald Coast Excellence: Okaloosa Schools Earn Top Florida DOE Grades
The Florida Department of Education has released school grades for the 2024–2025 academic year, and it’s great news! Okaloosa County School District has earned...
Destin High School Opens with New Programs for 2025–26
Why settle for ordinary when you can have exceptional private school-type education completely tuition-free right here in the heart of Destin? While limited seats...
Local Couple in the Running for Variety Magazine’s America’s Favorite Couple
Two local marketing and public relations professionals, Frank Berte and Tracy Louthain, are in the TOP 5 of Variety Magazine's America's Favorite Couple Contest,...
Ask Destinites: Destin Revised Noise Ordinance
By Patricia Lee - Owner: www.Destinites.com
The following community concern was posted by a local in our Destinites Facebook group (www.Facebook.com/groups/Destinites).
City of Destin residents! Do you like...
Why Hiring a Full-Service Wedding Planner Is Essential: Insights from a...
By Kristin Sullivan, Guest Contributor
Planning a wedding is one of life’s most cherished journeys, but behind the scenes it can quickly become overwhelming. From...
Trends & Treasures August 2025
Paw-sitively Perfect Gifts
Frill Seekers Gifts and Personalized Fabulous Finds
Christmas magic starts early at Frill Seekers Gifts—and this year’s breakout hit is the Beaded Pet...
SOF Missions Hosts 9th Annual GALA to Ignite Hope and Honor...
Shield of Faith (SOF) Missions is proud to announce the 9th Annual Emerald Coast Gala, returning to the prestigious Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center...
Storm-Ready and State-Funded: Meet the Grant Every Florida Homeowner Should Know
This time, Mayor Wagner and I sat down to discuss the “My Safe Florida Home” program that was approved this year for $280 million...
Deals Are Dying – But Here’s the Move That Could Save...
By Paul Domenech
What’s the proper way to value a home?
Most would say location, square footage, or recent comps. But in today’s Florida market, affordability...
