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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...
To celebrate this Mother’s Day, FWB Life asked, “What blesses (or blessed) you about your mom?” My mom blesses me by being an amazing role model (and boss!) and supporting me in everything I do. She encourages everyone she knows to be their best and leads her staff and her...
By Pastor Doug Stauffer In the tapestry of American public servants, few threads are as colorful and resilient as that of General Judge Representative (GJR) Patt Maney. From military battlegrounds to the judicial bench and into the halls of the Florida State House, Patt Maney’s life epitomizes leadership, patriotism and an unyielding...
By Lori Smith and Rita L. Sherwood Each year, thousands of sea turtles nest on our beaches. Florida beaches are the No. 1 place for sea turtle nests in North America from May to October. Northwest Florida beaches attract many endangered species including Green, Loggerhead, Leatherback and Kemps Ridley. Life Media’s...
68th Annual Billy Bowlegs Festival | May 16-20 By Lori Leath Smith Ahoy, maties! Avast, ye! It’s time to open your treasure chest, get your eyepatch on, take out your sword and get your pirate gear ready for 2024’s 68th Annual Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival—May 16-20. Any landlubber knows Pirate Captain...