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Food, Fireworks and Family Fun on Okaloosa Island’s Boardwalk

By Christopher Manson with Shantelle Dedicke Few attractions along the Emerald Coast offer a more striking view of the Gulf than The Boardwalk on Okaloosa...

Aging Gracefully: A Guide to Longevity and Vitality

By Dr. Karen DeVore  Aging is a privilege, but how we age is largely within our control. While genetics play a role, lifestyle choices and...

The Only Person You Can Change Is You

By Stephenie Craig, Journey Bravely Do you ever find yourself exhausted, irritated and resentful when a person in your life won’t start or stop certain behavior?...

Sean of the South: Scouts

By Sean Dietrich “I started choking,” said Jennifer Yakubesan. It was a typical evening, some years ago. The family was eating supper before church, somewhere in...

Classical Chamber Music Festival Announces 5th Season Celebration

The Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival has announced its lineup of concerts for the 2025 season. Festival co-Artistic Director and Artist Faculty member Jacob...

MKAF Announces 2025 Concerts in the Village!

The stellar, 10-concert, live-music series, Thursdays, April 10 – June 12, will feature premier musicians and bands performing everything from classic rock and yacht...

Scouting America Gulf Coast Council Celebrates 115 Years

Scouting America, formerly Boy Scouts of America, is the nation’s foremost youth program, providing young people with unique opportunities focused on character development, leadership,...

Embrace Florida Kids Tees Up for Second Golf Soiree

By Christopher Manson Embrace Florida Kids is an offshoot of Embrace Alabama Kids, a faith-based organization that has been helping children and families since 1890....

Fort Walton Beach Dining, Entertainment, Specials

AJ’s on the Bayou Located at the Base of Cinco Bayou Bridge in Fort Walton Beach. AJ’s on the Bayou is in a beautiful setting...

Fort Walton Beach High School Crowned 2025 Sunshine State Spirit Showdown...

Fort Walton Beach High School has done it again! The Vikings have officially been crowned the 2025 Sunshine State Spirit Showdown Champions, proving once...