Freeport’s streets burst with color and history in the form of massive painted concrete anchors—each landmark telling a story. The Anchored in Freeport project transforms the city’s maritime symbol into a permanent public art installation. For a town shaped by…
Between Pensacola’s iconic beaches and historic facades lies a city in motion, where every block offers a new layer of discovery. Wander down 12th Avenue and hear the hum of vinyl spinning in a local record shop. Step into a…
Brandon Smith doesn’t just farm oysters—he brings them straight to the party. Named for Smith’s sons Grayson and Baylen, Grayson Bay Oyster Company and its mobile offshoot, Emerald Coast Oyster, maintain a mission to connect people directly to the briny…
For families across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, the dream of homeownership can feel like a distant, impossible goal. Rising costs, scarce land, and unexpected repairs often force hopeful buyers into an endless cycle of renting. Pensacola Habitat for Humanity…
Coming in from the beach—skin still tacky with sand, feeling sun-kissed and salty—a sweet treat is the perfect capstone to a day spent on the Emerald Coast. But who wants to spend hours in the kitchen baking something when the…
A fever dream of bright murals welcomes guests. A car covered in bold lines and color segments, reminiscent of Keith Haring’s pop art, is parked in the dining space. Old televisions, lunch boxes, and found treasure populate the walls. It…
After arriving from Europe, South America and other distant places, students who earn degrees at schools along the Emerald Coast often develop a desire to hang around following graduation.
