Author: Rebecca Padgett Frett

Romantic Getaways

What comes to mind when you picture your perfect romantic getaway? Images of exotic locales, scenic beaches and fruity cocktails may have you looking at airline tickets, but don’t book your seat just yet. Our region is home to some…

New to the Neighborhood

Inspired by the resilience and reliability of locally owned businesses, we felt compelled to start a quarterly listing of businesses you should know about that have recently opened along the Emerald Coast.   1. Nicole Paloma Fashion designer Nicole Paloma…

Digital Graffiti Sheds Lights on Art

  Beams of brilliant light, captivating patterns and dazzling projections of art will once again use the iconic white walls of Alys Beach as a canvas during the 11th Annual Digital Graffiti Festival, May 18-20. Presented by the Alys Foundation…

JJ Grey & Mofro at Opening Nights

  Artists, especially musicians, are often asked what inspires them. For JJ Grey, it’s difficult for him to pinpoint an exact answer. Material for songs seems to ricochet from various directions into his head, onto paper and eventually into his…