By Heather Bennett Eye
The Emerald Coast is home to numerous military bases and we are proud of the service members who call our community home. We deeply appreciate these brave men and women who have chosen a path of service and sacrifice. As we express our gratitude for their...
By Rick Karle
Dr Ryan Forbess and Lulu Gribbin. Photo courtesy Ann Blair Gribbin.
It was June 8th, and the 15-year-old looked up at her parents following surgery.
A day earlier she had been rushed to Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola.
It was the day after the shark attack.
“I made it,” the...
Okaloosa Continues Top 10 Tradition!
The Florida Department of Education has released this year’s results for the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) and End of Course Exams. Each year, students are required to take statewide assessments in ELA grades 3-10, Mathematics grades 3-8, Algebra, Geometry, Science grades 5 and...
By Mary Fomby
Splash ‘N Play with Dolphins in This Unique Encounter!
Are you looking for a memorable experience for the whole family this summer? Look no further than the Splash ‘N Play encounter at the Gulfarium! Join us for an interactive and educational water adventure that will leave you smiling...
By Carolyn Newcomer Ketchel
Most of you have heard of the Appalachian Trail (known as the AT), and some of you might have hiked some part of it. The Appalachian Trail is a hiking trail in the Eastern United States, extending almost 2,200 miles between Springer Mountain in Georgia and...
By Dave Parisot, President of NWFMOA Scholarship Fund, Inc.
The Northwest Florida Military Officers Association (NWFMOA) held its 10th annual Scholarship & Awards Luncheon on May 2nd at the Fort Walton Yacht Club. Primary ‘guests of honor’ were 10 Junior ROTC cadets of six local high schools who were awarded...
By Carolyn Newcomer Ketchel
You are invited to a celebration of Women’s Veterans Day on June 12th at 8 a.m. We will gather at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center for a ceremony honoring our women who have served in the United States Military. Retired Col. Allison Black, USAF (Hurlburt)...
Hurlburt Field Reopens Memorial Air Park to the Public
Air Commandos gathered with members of the public to celebrate the grand reopening of the Hurlburt Field Memorial Air Park, April 10, 2024.
For the first time in more than 20 years, Hurlburt Field opened its air park in April to the...
