Music as Salvation
I have lived in this flourishing beach town for eight years, and I have never had the opportunity to attend the 30A Songwriters Festival—until this year. I attended in hopes of being a part of something unique and discovering a…
Emerald Coast Magazine - April-May 2025
The Clubs of Sandestin
At Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, The Clubs of Sandestin redefine resort living with an exclusive blend of recreation, luxury, and community. Designed for those who seek more than just a place to play, six distinct clubs offer an elevated…
Theatre for all
For 10 years, the Southern Shakespeare Company (SSC) has been bringing the beloved works of Shakespeare to life in Tallahassee. “We are devoted to making his work accessible and exciting for all,” says SSC Artistic Director James Bond. “We do…
Beat the Heat
As spring and summer’s temperate weather beckons us to the beach and boats, it’s important to take precautions to protect your skin from overexposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays. Whitley Simpson, a…
ArtsQuest 2025
The Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) of Walton County, proudly announces Gerard Frank as the Featured Artist for the 37th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival. Frank’s custom artworks—Clarence and Alabama, Great Minds, and One Man Show will be showcased on all…
Sun Safety
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and the team at Dermatology Specialists is committed to helping you learn more about the harmful effects of sun exposure. The educated staff knows prevention and early detection are key, and they’re dedicated to…
Discover Franklin County
Take a Step Back in Time to the Raney House Museum Located in downtown Apalachicola, the Raney House Museum is an example of architecture and the interpretation of life in Pre-Civil War Florida. Apalachicola was one of the ports along…
Blooms for Benefit
While vacationing in Italy, Grove Fisher became enchanted with the striking, romantic flower carts populating the piazzas of Rome. Her fiance at the time, now husband Adam, turned to her with an idea to recreate such a business model along…
Zooming Out On Zen
Zen. That is how freelance photographer Romona Robbins Reynolds describes the feeling she gets when she dons her goggles and takes to the saltwater with her camera. Above sea level, Reynolds juggles a small business, a home, a husband, a…
Snow-Kissed
“Sun-kissed” is a phrase often used here in our beach paradise. Our winters are brief and mild, and on sunnier days, we can even bask on the shore in swimwear during the colder months. However, on January 21 and 22…
