Florida Built Different: The Push to Eliminate Property Taxes
By Paul A. Domenech
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a proposal that could significantly reduce — and eventually eliminate — property taxes on homesteaded homes...
A Pastor’s Ponderings: “Give Me This Mountain”
By Pastor Doug Stauffer
One of the most pervasive lies people come to believe as they grow older is this: “My useful years are behind...
Sean of the South: Letter from a 4th Grader – Dad
By Sean Dietrich
I get a lot of letters from kids. Such as the letter that came yesterday, via snail mail. It was penned in...
250 Years of Freedom, One Field of Gratitude
At the Air Force Armament Museum in Valparaiso, the Niceville Exchange Club’s Field of Flags honors the service, sacrifice, and enduring spirit that have...
Where Art, Craftsmanship and Community Come Together: Every Gift Has a...
By Nikki Via
In the heart of downtown Fort Walton Beach, Artesano has spent the last 16 years deeply rooted in our local creative community....
Summer Getaways Start Here!
By Liesel Schmidt
Summer has officially arrived, bringing with it longer days, vacation plans and the irresistible urge to get away for a while. Whether...
Crab Island Express Helps Locals Rediscover Crab Island
Ask most locals about Crab Island and you’ll usually hear one of two responses:
“I used to go all the time.” Or: “It’s been years.”
Life...
Emerald Coast Open Removes More Than 20,000 Lionfish
The Gulf waters surrounding Destin-Fort Walton Beach are a little healthier this month thanks to more than 100 divers from across the country who...
New Encounters and Old Friends: A Summer to Remember at Gulfarium
By Mary Fomby
Manatee Cove Brings Guests Face to Face with Florida’s Gentle Giants
Discover one of Gulfarium’s newest and most inspiring experiences at Manatee Cove,...
Ready for Red Snapper Season
Red snapper season is finally here, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the best years in recent memory for Gulf Coast...
