Strong Vibes
Take a look inside a local gym, and you will likely see a national trend playing out in real time: more women lifting weights than ever before. In the past decade, a growing number of women have shifted their focus from…
Author: Kari C. Barlow
Cruise To The Big Easy
A new Gulf Coast cruise will take passengers from historic Pensacola to the vibrant streets of New Orleans—and vice versa. The seven-night, eight-day voyage offered by American Cruise Lines will charter trips in March and December of each year. The…
Homeowners Preserving History
When Lisa Long Lyter and her husband, Tommi, purchased their folk Victorian on the edge of Pensacola’s historic North Hill neighborhood in January 2021, the old house had seen far better days. “It was a mess, quite honestly, and there…
Living History
Pamela Holt strolled out of the small outdoor kitchen house on Zaragoza Street at the Historic Pensacola Village with a look of mild consternation on her face. “My pumpkin pie turned out to be a pumpkin custard,” she announces…
NWFSC Nursing Expansion to Help Meet Local Demand for Health Care Providers
Health sciences careers are in high demand, and Northwest Florida State College is rising to meet the moment
Planting Seeds
Rachael Pongetti believes art is a living thing to be nurtured and supported. So, too, are her students, who benefit from learning in nontraditional ways.
Gigi’s Boutique & Eats
Shop and refuel in an atmosphere flavored by Southern hospitality.
James Briscione and Brooke Parkhurst Bring the Big Apple to Angelena’s
The two prepare to combine talents in creating a great Southern restaurant
Take A Walk Down Nostalgia’s Lane This Holiday Season
We asked members of our community to share some of their holiday memories.
Emerald Coast Autism Center Sets a New Standard
The brainchild of a concerned parent, ECAC is enabling clients to break barriers.
American Marine Research Company Eliminates Lionfish With Drones
Pensacola start-up is using underwater technology to save native fish populations
Learn to Read Northwest Florida is Helping Eliminate Illiteracy
Northwest Florida tutors teach thousands to read
Local food pantry looks to community as needs mount
‘Caring and Sharing’ lifts spirits in South Walton.
Trailblazing
Capital campaign, new leadership
Change It Up!
Try one of these hot stand-up paddleboard trends to reignite your passion.
Amazing Places to Paddle in Florida
COURTESY OF YOLO BOARD Florida has many beautiful waterways where you can immerse yourself in nature. Here are a few that are perfectly suited for SUP: Coastal Dune Lakes Want to paddle the Gulf and see sharks and turtles, or explore…
How to Avoid SUP Injuries
COURTESY OF YOLO BOARD YOLO Board founder Jeff Archer Tips For Avoiding SUP Injuries Don’t “white knuckle” your paddle. Think of your hands as hooks — connection points between your paddle and your body — as you stroke. Grasping…
