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This Had Your Name All Over It

By Liesel Schmidt No matter our age, we all love a treasure. It’s what makes a day of shopping feel worth it—that unexpected gem you...
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Nominate a Teacher for the Ultimate Summer Survival Basket

By Kristina Reed Teachers give so much to our kids all year long—now it’s our turn to give back in a big way. We’re giving...
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There’s a New Bank in Town!

By Barbara Palmgren Banks, restaurants and shops, oh my! Our town is certainly thriving, and I’m excited to introduce another new addition to the community. The...
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Boaters for Turtles

“Out here, there’s time.” Florida Gulf Coast campaign asks boaters to "go slow for those below” 1 in 4 sea turtles found dead or injured...
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Gulfarium CARE Center Raises Over $155,000 at CARE on the Coast...

By Mary Fomby The Gulfarium CARE Center is proud to announce the tremendous success of its annual CARE on the Coast TurtleFest, held Saturday, April...
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Nearby Norriego Point Reopens Just in Time for America’s 250th

By Lori Leath Miller For many in Fort Walton Beach, Norriego Point has long been more than just a spot across the bridge in Destin....
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Announces Partnership with Yamaha Rightwaters for Environmental Stewardship...

Okaloosa County’s tourism team with Destin-Fort Walton Beach is excited to announce its continued environmental efforts through a collaboration with the Yamaha Rightwaters initiative....
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Education News

From academic championships and national literacy honors to award-winning science projects and student art showcases, Okaloosa County schools continue to shine on the state...
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A Surprise of Gratitude: Mary Esther Teacher Honored with New HVAC...

Longtime educator Michelle Harris was surprised with a new home air conditioning system on April 16 during a Mary Esther Elementary School faculty meeting,...
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Rick’s Crab Trap Rebrands to RICK’S Seafood & Sports

If you’ve spent any time around Fort Walton Beach, you’ve likely ended up at Rick’s Crab Trap at some point. It’s a place people...