Into the Woods
At first light in a Walton County forest, the air hangs damp and cool, heavy with the scent of pine and palmetto. A white-tailed deer slips through the trees. Somewhere overhead, a woodpecker taps. A father kneels in the sand,…
Sunken Treasure
Most of us will never star in a Hollywood production, but a few miles off the coast of Panama City Beach, you don’t need to be an A-lister to grace one of Disney’s most iconic movie sets—you just need a…
Shell Shocked
Spend enough time around Destin and Fort Walton Beach, and you will probably meet Tina. Tina is a bit of a celebrity around the area, showing up at parades, visiting classrooms, talking it up with vacationers and anyone else. To…
30A Getaway
Captivated by the local charm of the Emerald Coast’s famed 30A, the homeowners knew this was the place when they chose the community of WaterColor as the destination for their family beach home. Located in Santa Rosa Beach on the…
Guardians of the Wild
Here on the coast, wildlife is never far from view: A sea turtle inches across a sandy expanse; an osprey surveys the marina from above; dolphins crest the waves offshore; and a deer slips quietly through the tree line at…
Where Land Meets Sea
Less than a decade after opening the award-winning George Bistro + Bar, Chef George Lazi and his wife, Luba, decided to expand their culinary footprint in 2021 with a second enterprise. And while they could have mirrored much of what…
Hit the Trails
Trail running sounds like a simple practice. In essence, it is a sport that requires only determination, a pair of good-fitting shoes, and exercise attire, but there are nuances and learning curves. Consider how a foot lands on uneven ground…
Fauna Fantastica
The Northwest Florida Panhandle is uniquely positioned to represent a diversity in ecosystems. The Panhandle is split into two ecoregions: the Southeastern Plains (inland) and the Southeastern Coastal Plain (nearshore). Our inland environments boast pine forests, rolling hills, and diverse…
Water Works
The dog days you’ve been dreaming of are around the corner, leading to beach days, pool parties, and day trips to nearby springs. You may be used to pulling frayed denim shorts and a baggy T-shirt over a trusty swimsuit…
Find Your Place in the Fun at Latitude Margaritaville Watersound
What if the next chapter isn’t about slowing down but living to the fullest? Latitude Margaritaville Watersound redefines active adult community with a lifestyle built on fun, entertainment, and friendship. Developed by Minto Communities, Margaritaville Holdings, and The St. Joe…
The Big Chill
Frosted Starlet A lavish spin on a provocative martini variation, this icy granita is destined to be a showstopper at any summer gathering Ingredients 2 oz. Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur 2 oz.…
Wind In Her Sails
When Martha LaGuardia-Kotite heads to the beach, she doesn’t just see the beauty in the vibrant waters of the Gulf. She hears its music. Those waters, clear and inviting, mysterious and calming, are a haven LaGuardia-Kotite knows well. She grew…
Local Tickets. One Place.
A locally based ticketing portal for live events is now available to Northwest Florida residents. 850TIX.com owned by Rowland Publishing, Inc. promises to provide a one-stop shop for residents and visitors to find and purchase tickets to local concerts, events, and shows.
Local Tickets. One Place.
A locally based ticketing portal for live events is now available to Northwest Florida residents. 850TIX.com owned by Rowland Publishing, Inc. promises to provide a one-stop shop for residents and visitors to find and purchase tickets to local concerts, events, and shows.
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30A Getaway
Captivated by the local charm of the Emerald Coast’s famed 30A, the homeowners knew this was the place when they chose the community of WaterColor as the destination for their family beach home. Located in Santa Rosa Beach on the…
Where Land Meets Sea
Less than a decade after opening the award-winning George Bistro + Bar, Chef George Lazi and his wife, Luba, decided to expand their culinary footprint in 2021 with a second enterprise. And while they could have mirrored much of what…
It's All Elemental
Last summer, while visiting some biohacker-inclined friends in Southern California, I found myself inside a DIY backyard sauna. As a Floridian and hot Pilates enthusiast, I assumed I was built for heat. I took the seat closest to the furnace…
The Fabric of Health
As microplastics, endocrine disruptors, and forever chemicals have made their way into everyday discourse, it’s easy to fixate on what goes into our bodies, but what we wrap our bodies in is just as important. From our socks to our…
Dermatology Specialists of Florida
As Northwest Florida continues to grow, so does the region’s need for accessible, high quality skin care. Dermatology Specialists of Florida is helping meet that demand with the opening of its newest office inside the FSU/Tallahassee Memorial Health Medical Clinic…
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Ultimate Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Getaway
Enter for a chance to win a fabulous stay at a full-service luxury resort in Miramar Beach, Florida!
Hit the Trails
Trail running sounds like a simple practice. In essence, it is a sport that requires only determination, a pair of good-fitting shoes, and exercise attire, but there are nuances and learning curves. Consider how a foot lands on uneven ground…
June/July 2026 Calendar
13th Annual Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo June 5-7 This weekend event at the Flora-Bama Ole River Grill is a low-stakes fishing tournament for all ages and skill levels. While participants can enter a variety of competitions, the focus is on fun…
Water Works
The dog days you’ve been dreaming of are around the corner, leading to beach days, pool parties, and day trips to nearby springs. You may be used to pulling frayed denim shorts and a baggy T-shirt over a trusty swimsuit…
Dots, Craks, Bams
All across the Emerald Coast, a familiar sound is catching on. It’s the rhythmic click of mahjong tiles heard around kitchen tables, in community centers, and at restaurants or beachside venues. Once dismissed as a pastime for grandmothers, mahjong has…
August/September 2026 Calendar
Pensacola Unplugged: Songwriter Showcase Aug. 1Â Lose yourself in both established and underground talent at the Studer Community Institute in Pensacola. Let those acoustic performances pull on your heartstrings in an evening of fresh, soul-searching songwriting. sites.google.com/view/pensacola-unplugged Empowered Light Holistic…
Your Skin Deserves a Second Look This May
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and one in five Americans will develop it in their lifetime. Along the Emerald Coast, where sunshine is a way of life, that risk is a year-round reality. The…
Upcoming Events
Art Month Walton County: A Season of Creativity, Connection, and Inspiration
For those behind the scenes at the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), spring is more than a shift in season—it’s a sense of momentum, meaning, and memory woven together. As May unfolds into Art Month Walton County, the…
Wind In Her Sails
When Martha LaGuardia-Kotite heads to the beach, she doesn’t just see the beauty in the vibrant waters of the Gulf. She hears its music. Those waters, clear and inviting, mysterious and calming, are a haven LaGuardia-Kotite knows well. She grew…
Wild West Weekend
Although it’s only a short drive away, Westgate River Ranch feels like stepping through a portal into Florida’s frontier. Set amid hundreds of acres of whispering oaks and open pastures, this storied property delivers Western charm with an upscale, family-friendly…
Rose-Colored Glasses
Mannequins outside of retail stores are generally a no-go in Rosemary Beach. It’s a good thing Nicole Paloma’s studio-shop is just outside city limits with an Inlet Beach address, because her mannequins are an attraction in themselves: sand-white, taupe, and…
Creative Inheritance
Along the Emerald Coast, creativity is an inheritance—shaped by hand, passed through generations, and rooted in the shared act of making something meaningful, lasting, and uniquely one’s own. For some families, it becomes a language spoken through wood, paint, and…
Drink the Rainbow
Harvest Smash This smoky, fruity symphony of toasted figs, bursting blueberries, and fresh basil is ideal for celebrating the bounty of summer. Ingredients ½ cup fresh blueberries  2 fresh figs, chopped  Fresh basil leaves to preference, plus more…
Life After Weight Loss
After completing 30 years of service in the Air Force as Chief of Surgery and Surgical Quality Officer at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Dr. Elizabeth Sager wasn’t ready to retire her passion of changing lives. Instead, she brought her…
