Mike Chesser: A lifetime in our community and still going strong

By Kelly Murphy-Redd, CEcd In 1946 Mike Chesser’s father was stationed at Eglin Air Force Base. Though born in Pensacola because there were no facilities...

What to Check Before the End of Open Enrollment for Medicare

By Greg Durette, Florida Health Connector The end is near! Not in the mortal sense, but rather the end of the Open Enrollment Period for...

Join Run With It for One of These Great Races in...

It’s the 2023 Lucky Leprechaun 5k/10k and Get Lucky Half Marathon Weekend at the FWB Landing. The Lucky Leprechaun 5K/10K will take place Saturday, March...

Around Town March 2023

LiveOak Fiber is bringing fast internet and world-class service to Northwest Florida. In February, LiveOak Fiber held a ribbon cutting with the Destin, Greater...

Embracing Unique Abilities: You Can Help Through the Westonwood Ranch Rodeo

By Lori Leath Smith A lot of families with a young child with Autism are thinking, “What if something happens to me? I just want...

Okaloosa County School District News March 2023

Okaloosa County School District parents can set up their FOCUS parent accounts at www.okaloosaschools.com and link their students to it if necessary. The OCSD...

Military News March 2023

Join Military Family Appreciation Day to Honor Local Service Members and Their Families The Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce...

Between Land and Sea: A Nonfiction Tom Clancy-type Book

By Doug Stauffer Rear Admiral Philip Dur’s rare combination of intellect, military expertise and true patriotism helped shape this country during the Cold War and...

Buying Your First Home?

By Melissa Forte-Litscher Looking to buy your first home? Taking the plunge into homeownership is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences life has...