Destin Life | News, Events and Community Information

By “Doc” Doug Stauffer Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has appointed County Commissioner Mel Ponder as its next president. Known for his unwavering dedication to Okaloosa...

By Christopher Manson Good news! There are plenty of opportunities to be a Hometown Hero this holiday season by donating, volunteering or simply spreading the...

Tamara L. Young, PhD, Public Information Director This time, the Mayor and I sat down to share the latest on the underground utilities conversion project....

Ongoing Holiday Events: Now - Jan. 6 A Victorian Christmas at the Wesley House | Tours 10am - 3pm | Thurs.-Mon. weekly | Eden State Gardens Dec....

By Christopher Manson Now–Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 Geek Lights On The Corner Christmas Light Show At the corner of Bluewater Blvd. & Antiqua Way, Bluewater Bay Free performances...

Twinkling lights, skating on ice, magical tunes and streets filled with sparkle, tinsel, holly and jolly beckon your inner child to “believe” in the...

By Christopher Manson This year’s big Christmas events commemorate the 40th anniversary of the City of Destin. Those of us who lived through December 1984...

By Gueary Clendenning What was your perfect gift you received as a child during Christmas? You know, the one gift that stands out in your...

By Margaret Zonia Morrison Are you seeing visions of sugarplums dancing in your head? Are you anticipating the patter of tiny hooves on the roof?...

By Will Estell If you’re a fan of world-class live music, and doing good while having fun, then you definitely want to make plans to...