By Liesel Schmidt
As we transition out of the holidays and into the new year, it’s all about blending comfort and style—which means cute, but fantastically supportive loafers and closed-toe shoes (beauty isn’t always pain, ladies), fabulous wide-leg trousers and jeans, and accessories that help finish it off and pull...
By KellyMurphy-Redd
Diane was born in Mobile, Ala., graduated from Niceville High School, earned her undergraduate degree from Huntington College, and her master’s degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).
Armed with her chemistry and forensic science degrees, she moved to Salt Lake City. In her 20’s she was looking...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher
As we welcome a new year, it’s a great time to reflect on our financial goals and set ourselves up for success. Whether you’re focusing on personal financial planning or navigating the tax implications of buying or selling a home, a little preparation can go a long...
The Okaloosa County Republican Executive Committee (OCREC) has ushered in a new era of leadership by electing Doug Stauffer as its Chairman alongside a slate of other new officers. This marks a significant transition for the organization, with all four Executive Board positions replaced in the recent election.
Doug Stauffer,...
By Carolyn Newcomer Ketchel
There are many issues that a constituent will reach out to a county commissioner about, and roads are an important issue to everyone. It is frustrating to figure out which governmental entity has jurisdiction over which roads (including the responsibility to maintain such roads). After all, the...
By Kelly Murphy-Redd
Jerry Williams retired as the highly respected and successful President/CEO of Eglin Federal Credit Union (EFCU) and moved back into his newly remodeled home four weeks prior to this interview. He and his wife, Jean, feel like they have a new home. It even has that “new...
Support the Communities You Love by Shopping Local for the Holidays
By Will Estell
We’ve all heard the benefits over-and-over, from social memes to chamber advertising to local news outlets. But do we really shop local as much as we could and should?
It’s no secret that many of our friends and...
By Bruce Garner
The birth of Christ is the main focus, but come to learn about the full salvation story from the miraculous birth, to the cross, to the resurrection.
The 36th Annual Live Nativity at First Baptist Church of Fort Walton Beach—a free gift to the city and the surrounding...
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 County and his tireless commitment to public service, Ponder’s selection promises a new chapter for the college and for the students it serves.
Ponder’s appointment marks...
