New Alert System Developed to Find Missing and Endangered Boaters

A new “Aqua Alert” system has been developed after a kayaker disappeared last year in the Gulf. It will notify Emergency Responders and Okaloosa...

“Only in America”

By Doug Stauffer Mentor, tech entrepreneur, presidential appointee, philanthropist, visionary, author and our Hometown Hero, Dr. Paul Hsu is a man who will inspire you...

Emerald Coast Classic Right Around the Corner Nov. 25-26

By Mike Mahon The countdown has begun for one of the premier sporting events in the area as the eighth annual Emerald Coast Classic college...

FWB Dining, Entertainment, Specials Nov. 2022

AJ’s Restaurants Since 1984, AJ’s has been serving cold Gulf Coast oysters and cool libations. What began as a popular local hang out known for...

Insights for Investors II

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager Focus on the US Dollar Former U.S. Treasury Secretary James Baker commented some time ago that one of...

Make-A-Wish (and Watch it Manifest)

Area resident, Amelia Cooley, is age 4 and currently battling Leukemia. But, her love of animals helps her to keep going. So, her wish...

Fall Recreational Red Snapper Season

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announces the opening of a fall red snapper season for private recreational anglers and state for-hire operations...

AJ’s Feeds the Community this Thanksgiving

For the seventh year, AJ’s on the Bayou, will host a free Thanksgiving Day meal from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. Last year, the...

I Am the Real Forrest Gump

By Doug Stauffer “You don’t lose until you quit trying!” is an oft-repeated quote from Sammy Davis. You might recognize that name, but this Sammy...

“12 Strong” Honored in Historic Weekend of Events

On Saturday, Oct. 22, the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce hosted a historical event honoring 10 Horse Soldiers of ODA 595. The...