Painting a Path to Inner Peace
Painter Margaret Biggs looks inward to find inspiration for paintings that reflect her personal journey — and yours.
The Light that Unites
A graphic artist looked up from his work in response to a rapping on the window nearest his work station. Outside stood an unfamiliar man pouring sweat and with a plaintive look on his face. The artist motioned the man…
The Art of Giving
Giving opens many doors, creating new and numerous opportunities along our life paths. In my line of work, I interact with a wide range of people representing countless organizations, passions and fields of endeavor. For some, I have noticed, giving…
A Blind Visionary
My dad was 60 when I was born. Not only was he the oldest dad on the block, he was older than all of my friends’ grandfathers. He was also a blind man, having lost his sight while in his…
Sundog Books
In a world in which franchise bookstores have struggled, Sundog Books in Seaside has no plans for a final chapter.
Music Matters
Crook Stewart may look like the Cowardly Lion, but he has the courage to think Panama City can become a mecca for musicians.
Jonesin’ For Jazz
Since 1988, Cheryl Jones has been entertaining beach crowds with music born of her Motown roots.
The Chautauqua School
At the Chautauqua Charter School in Panama City, the entire community serves students as a classroom.
An Educational Double Dip
Students taking advantage of dual enrollment programs get a head start on their college educations.
Reef Balls and Eternal Reefs Create New Habitats for Animals of the Sea
Cast concrete structures attract thriving marine ecosystems.
Paying Homage to Heroes
Tom Rice is devoted to preserving military history and paying tribute to vets.
Designer Nicole Paloma Makes New Impression at Monet Monet
She developed a fashion line while also helping people stitch their lives back together.
Here Come the Millennials
Raised on technology, millennials are a new kind of worker and consumer.
Kevin Dodge's Marine Photography is Unlike Anything You've Ever Seen
Marine photographer Kevin Dodge captures stunning images of creatures of the deep.
Amphithearters Gather Coastal Audiences
The Emerald Coast, borrowing from the Romans, is home to various band shells — or amphitheaters.
Paris and the Lost Earrings
Matt Burke The cameo earrings I’ve always been a sentimental person. So when my father gave me my first pair of grown-up earrings at the age of 18, I treasured them. Perfectly oval, rose-hued cameos encased by gold beading —…
How This Creative Woman is Making a Big Difference
Perpetual creator Velia Lala’s new gallery space is more than fabulous. It’s fantastical.
Decades of Music Brought to Life in Downtown Fort Walton Beach
Ed Smith’s music store offers hip collectibles true to America’s indigenous musical genre.
He is The Man Behind the Sounds of the Season
Behind the scenes, Wayne Marrier is the man behind the sound.
