Why Seniors are Most Vulnerable in the First 30 Days After...
By Teresa Halverson, Director of Business Development/Community Relations
After a major medical event and a lengthy stay in an acute setting, seniors often are at...
The Forgotten Medicine of Thanksgiving
By Tré Baity
This Thanksgiving season, I want to give every family in Destin and Fort Walton something more meaningful than advice and more powerful...
Record-Breaking Gulf Red Snapper Season in Full Swing
With 126 total fishing days, this year marks the longest Gulf red snapper season in state history, giving locals and visitors alike more opportunities...
A Pastor’s Ponderings: Charlie Kirk’s Legacy and the Power of Truth
By Pastor Doug Stauffer, Faith Independent Baptist Church
The tragic death of Charlie Kirk has deeply saddened many. Recognized nationwide as a bold conservative voice,...
Sean of the South: Highway Café
By Sean Dietrich
The little boy was with his mom, sitting in a truck stop diner. The boy was bald, wearing a loose T-shirt. A...
Take a Hike (and Look Good Doing It!)
By Liesel Schmidt
Congratulations! You made it through the energy suck of summer and have now arrived in the season otherwise known as fall (yes,...
Alaqua Well-Being: Finding Healing in the Company of Animals and Nature
By Laurie Hood, Alaqua Founder & CEO
Tucked among the pines and pastures of Freeport, Alaqua Animal Refuge has always been a place of second...
Top College Hoops Return to Raider Arena for Emerald Coast Classic
Tickets still available for men’s and women’s tournaments Thanksgiving week
College basketball fans will have plenty to cheer about this Thanksgiving as both the men’s...
A Living Story of Love: First Baptist’s 37th Live Nativity Returns
The 37th annual presentation of the Live Nativity at First Baptist Church of Fort Walton Beach will take place Monday, December 15 through Sunday,...
Veterans Tribute & Remembrance Day Ceremony
The Veterans Tribute Tower Committee hosted a heartfelt Veterans Day Ceremony and Remembrance Day Recognition on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, at Beal Memorial Cemetery....
