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Friday, September 15, 2023Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Four Special Events
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin proudly presents four special events coming up in September and October. MDQ Mixtape, An Evening With Bryan Kennedy and Kevin Boyle, Comedy On the Boulevard, and Me and my Gal - A live Judy Garland and Gene Kelly Musical Tribute are all so different that they bring something for every audience. "There is nothing like a night at the theatre, whether you are signing along, laughing or grooving to the music. These four special events are
Thursday, July 27, 2023Teri Broxson Receives Eglin Federal Credit Union's 5-Star Employee Award for the 2nd Quarter
Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Certified IRA Specialist Teri Broxson has been selected as the 5-Star Performer for the second quarter of 2023. Teri has been employed with the Credit Union for 26 years and currently resides in Fort Walton Beach. Member Service Supervisor Vanessa Cicchiani-Taylor said, “Teri is dedicated and proactive in helping our membership. She has also immersed herself in the community by volunteering to teach classes at the Center for Lifelong Learning at the
Thursday, June 29, 2023Emerald Coast Theatre Company Announces Season 11 Shows and Special Events
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to announce the Season 11 lineup of Professional Shows and Theatre for Young Audiences. Opening the season is Million Dollar Quartet from September 15 - October 1, 2023. ECTC looks forward to a brilliant season loaded with enriching performances for all. For more information about ECTC, the shows, and other programs, visit emeraldcoasttheatre.org. Nathanael Fisher, Producing Artistic Director and co-founder of ECTC says, "From Elvis to Mary Poppins and plays
Thursday, June 08, 2023The International Business Brokers Association Recognizes Local Business Broker Daniel Herring
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) has recognized Emerald Coast Business Intermediaries business broker Daniel Herring with the Chairman’s Circle Award for outstanding performance in 2022 as part of its Member Excellence Awards Program. Business brokers that achieve the Chairman’s Circle Award closed one or more qualified business deals amounting to $3M or over in total purchase price during the 2022 calendar year. This is the 2nd Chairman’s Circle Award that Daniel has earned! “The
Friday, April 28, 2023OAA Announces Student Poster Contest Winners
The Okaloosa Arts Alliance would like to thank all the Okaloosa County School students that participated in the 14th annual OAA Okaloosa County School Poster Contest. This year the theme was “What art means to me”. Although we were not able to make everyone a 1st place winner, all 105 entries are on display at Enlightened Studios through May 6, 2022. Enlightened is located at 142 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. Photo gallery also available online at
Monday, April 17, 2023OAA Poster Contest & Okaloosa's Got Talent
The Okaloosa Arts Alliance (OAA) invites all Okaloosa County school students from K-12th grade to enter the 14th annual poster contest. The deadline to enter the poster contest is this Friday, April 21st by 3 pm. Posters will be on display at Enlightened Studios from April 22- May 6th. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for elementary school students (K-4th), middle school students (5th-8th), and high school students (9th-12th) in Okaloosa County. Poster winners will be chosen by a panel of
Friday, April 14, 2023Emerald Coast Theatre Company Summer Camp Registration is Open
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) will be offering many summer camp options for children this summer. Dance, sing, act, or be behind the scenes in one (or more) of these fantastic summer camps. Many of the camps are being held at ECTC in Grand Boulevard in Miramar Beach, but there are a few options in Seaside, Panama City and Defuniak Springs. Payment plans are always available. More information on the camps and registration is available at emeraldcoasttheatre.org/summer-camps. The Mini Player Camps
Friday, March 17, 20234th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival Raises $50,000 for The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
The 4th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival held on Saturday, February 25th, 2023, at Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer was a huge success. The event raised a record-breaking $50,000 and welcomed more than 1,500 attendees in support of all local club kids. "We are truly blessed to live in a Community that continuously comes together to support the next generation and invest in the youth of our region. We must continue to seek out opportunities to speak light into the next generation and provide them with the
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Thursday, March 16, 2023The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast Proudly Announces 2023 Youth of the Year and Junior Youth of the Year Winners
On Thursday, March 9, the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast announced the winners of the Youth of the Year and Junior Youth of the Year program at their Annual Dinner at The Island Resort. Since 1947, the Youth of the Year program has been the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program, providing the highest honor any teen member can receive. The addition of the Junior Youth of the Year extends these opportunities to youth ages 10-13 years old. The Youth of the Year (YOY) embodies
Wednesday, February 08, 2023United Way Emerald Coast presents Volunteer Week: Day of Caring and Our 2nd Annual Volunteer Celebration!
Volunteer Week is an opportunity to honor the individuals that donate their time and dedication towards tackling issues in our community. Join us in a week of volunteerism through hands-on and virtual opportunities to support some of our region's nonprofits and end the week with a luncheon as we celebrate YOU and your impacts! Download our flyer here, check out the sponsorship opportunities here, or sign up to volunteer here! Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, United Fidelity Bank.
Tuesday, January 31, 2023Soiree on the Bay Benefiting Children's Volunteer Health Network
Plans are officially in place for the 2nd Annual Soiree on the Bay, benefiting Children's Volunteer Health Network! Sponsored by the Dugas Family, this event will take place on their family estate and will be filled with lavish festivities on Friday, March 10, 2023, and Saturday, March 11, 2023 Enjoy a lavish gathering with fine wine, food and spirits at the 2nd Annual Soiree on the Bay, benefiting Children’s Volunteer Health Network. This weekend is presented by the Dugas Family and will take place on
Friday, January 27, 2023Food For Thought Presents Read To Feed
In partnership with the St. Joe Community Foundation and The Walton County Public Schools, we are excited to announce our 2nd year of the Read To Feed Program. The St. Joe Community Foundation will award a grant for each advanced reader test scored 80% and above on by a Walton County School District student will raise $0.25 for Food For Thought Outreach to use to provide free, healthy meals to local students in need. The St. Joe Community Foundation is excited to announce that it will once again be
Tuesday, October 04, 2022Caring & Sharing of South Walton Fall Fashion Show is Back by Popular Demand
Caring & Sharing of South Walton is excited to announce their 2nd Annual Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon presented by Emerald Coast Hospice. This year’s event will be held on Sunday, October 16th from 12:30pm to 3:30pm at the picturesque Gardens and Gallery of Monet Monet in Grayton Beach. Guests will enjoy a fashion show curated from donations to the Caring & Sharing Thrift Store that are styled and modeled by Caring & Sharing volunteers and community supporters. All items modeled in the Fashion Show,
Monday, August 29, 2022NWFSC's Seagrass Restaurant Learning Lab Announces Fall Dining
We are pleased to announce the opening of Seagrass Restaurant student learning lab luncheon series at Northwest Florida State College for the Fall semester. The restaurant is designed to provide our Culinary and Hospitality Management students a hands-on learning environment while also showcasing their talents to the community. Seagrass Restaurant, located on the Niceville Campus, will serve lunch to the public the following Thursdays 9/15, 9/22, 10/6, 10/20, 11/3, 11/17. Seating times are available at
Monday, August 22, 2022Sustainable September at the Destin Library
The Destin Library presents Sustainable September with activities for all ages that teach how to transform unused items around your home into upcycled tools and treasures. Reuse your today so you don’t have to reduce your tomorrow! To kick-off the month-long program, beginning September 1st, the library invites you to bring in your clean, plastic grocery bags and in return, you will receive a free, reusable tote. This is a perfect time to unload those plastic bags you’ve been accumulating in a closet or
Monday, August 15, 2022Emerald Coast Title Services Announces Winners of 2022 Teacher Giveaway
Congratulations to Trendi Johnson of Holley Navarre Primary for winning 2nd place in Emerald Coast Title Services' 2022 Favorite Teacher Campaign!&##127881; &##129395; Trendi's wish list item for her classroom was a sensory table. With the help of ECTS, increasing her initial prize by an additional $200, they now can purchase it. We love supporting our community and hope the students of Holley Navarre Primary will benefit from the sensory table for many years to come. &##128154; Pictured here is first
Monday, August 08, 2022Destin Chef wins 2nd place in the Great American Seafood Cook-off
Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board crowned Chef Erin Miller from Urban Hearth in Cambridge, Massachusetts, as the First-Ever 2022 Queen of American Seafood after winning the 2022 Annual Great American Seafood Cook-Off on Saturday, August 6, in New Orleans. The 18th annual event was held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in conjunction with the Louisiana Restaurant Association Showcase. “What an outstanding competition we had today
Friday, July 29, 2022Quentin Youngblood Receives Eglin Federal Credit Union’s 5-Star Employee Award for the 2nd Quarter
Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Procurement Specialist Quentin Youngblood has been selected as the 5-Star Performer of the 2nd Quarter of 2022. Quentin has been employed with the Credit Union since January of 2012 and currently resides in Fort Walton Beach. President/CEO Jerry Williams said, “Quentin displays exemplary leadership and dedication to members and fellow Credit Union employees. He has a wonderful, cooperative attitude and is an excellent team player.” Manager Kathey Mitchell
Monday, July 25, 2022Make-A-Wish Hosts 2nd Wishmaker's Ball - Silent Auction Items & Sponsors Needed
The Make-A-Wish Central & Northern Florida Chapter’s NE Region is holding its 2nd Wishmaker’s Ball on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra Beach. This is the signature MAW black-tie gala with a goal of raising enough funds to grant 50 wishes in the NE Region of Florida. We are inviting Destin Chamber members to attend and/or donate products/services to the silent auction portion of the MAW event. It is a great way to invite event attendees to connect with local businesses,
Thursday, July 21, 2022Bit-Wizards’ Be the Magic Foundation Provides $7,500 in Scholarships to Students Tied to Local Area
Three students with local ties each received $2,500 from the Be the Magic Foundation to further their education. Quin Gable, Brynn Repicky, and Aniah Gonzales were selected as recipients of the Foundation’s inaugural College Scholarship Program. Gable, Repicky, and Gonzales each overcame significant challenges during their quest for excellence in academics, sports, leadership, patriotism, and community service in high school. Quin Gable, a Choctawhatchee High School graduate, will attend the University
Monday, May 02, 2022Okaloosa Arts Alliance Announces 2022 School Poster Contest Winners
The Okaloosa Arts Alliance would like to thank all the Okaloosa County School students that participated in the 13th annual OAA Okaloosa County School Poster Contest. This year the theme was “Sparking the Arts”. Although we were not able to make everyone a 1st place winner, all 218 entries are on display at Enlightened Studios (Grades 5th-12th) and the FWB Library (K-4th) through May 20, 2022. Enlightened is located at 142 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, and the FWB Library is
Monday, April 04, 2022Destin High School To Hold First Golf Outing
The community and Destin High School (DHS) students are invited to sign up for Destin High Athletics Golf Outing, the first of a planned series of annual golf tournaments. The Golf Outing, with a 10 a.m. shotgun start on Sunday, May 1, will be held at the Indian Bayou Golf & Country Club. One can register for the golf tournament on-line at www.GoDestinSharks.com, or at DHS. Pre-registration before April 10 is $500 for a team of 4, and $100 for individuals. After April 10, it will be $550 for a team, and
Thursday, March 31, 202213th Annual Okaloosa Arts Alliance Poster Contest- Call to Artists
The Okaloosa Arts Alliance (OAA) would like to invite all Okaloosa County School students to participate in the 13th Annual OAA Okaloosa County School Poster Contest. The theme for the contest is “Sparking the Arts.” It can be anything you can create on paper with markers, pencils, paint, pastels, charcoal, mixed media, or crayons. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for three elementary school students (K-4), for three middle school students (5-7), and for three high school students (8-12)
Monday, February 28, 20223rd Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival Raises $40,000 for The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast
The 3rd Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival held on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022, at Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer was a huge success. The event raised a record-breaking $40,000 and welcomed more than 1,200 attendees in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. "We are truly blessed to live in a community that continuously comes together to support the next generation and invest in the youth of our region. We must continue to seek out opportunities to speak light into the next generation and
Monday, January 24, 2022ECCAC Monthly Focus on Prevention/Awareness Programs - February is National Teen Dating Violence Month
The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Centers (ECCAC) in Okaloosa and Walton counties have monthly prevention and awareness programs to help children, teens and families. February is National Teen Dating Violence Month. This is an issue that impacts everyone, not only teens, but their parents, teachers, friends and communities as well. Teen dating violence affects nearly 10% of all teenagers throughout the U.S. The alarming statistics show 1 in 3 adolescents in the U.S. is a victim of physical, sexual,
Friday, December 10, 20212nd & Charles Offers New & Used Books & A Whole Lot More in Miramar Beach
On Dec. 9, 2nd & Charles celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Destin Chamber.2nd & Charles is a bookstore and a whole lot more. The store specializes in buying and selling new and pre-owned books, games, toys, movies, music, and fan merchandise of all kinds. It’s the perfect place to find a new bestseller, to rediscover an old favorite to add to your stash of pop culture collectibles, or to browse the aisles on a treasure hunt that will lead you to things you didn’t even know you needed. You can even sell
Monday, November 08, 2021Impact100 of Northwest FL Awards $418,000 to Local Nonprofits
The members of Impact100 of Northwest Florida voted yesterday the grant recipients for 2021 - awarding four (4) $104,500 grants. At its Nov. 7 Annual Meeting, Impact100 NWF members viewed video presentations from each of the grant finalists and voted for this year's grant recipients. The grant recipients were selected from the following five categories: Arts & Culture; Education; Environment, Recreation and Preservation; Family; and Health and Wellness. Since its conception in 2012, Impact100 NWF has now
Thursday, November 04, 2021Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation's 26th Annual Festival of the Arts Has a Record-Breaking Weekend
Fine art welcomed a record-breaking 6,200 plus art lovers to the 26th Annual Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) Festival of the Arts. The two-day signature art celebration held Oct. 30 and 31 in the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin, Fla., featured exhibits of more than 110 premier artists from across the United States showcasing a diverse palette of artistic style. The weekend was brought to life thanks to ideal weather conditions and live music featuring six musicians and a cameo appearance by
Monday, October 11, 2021IMPACT 100 of Northwest FL Announces Grant Finalists for 2021
After reviewing funding requests from many nonprofit organizations in Okaloosa and Walton counties, Impact100 of Northwest Florida, Inc., recently announced the ten (10) grant finalists for 2021. Representatives of the organizations were present at the announcement, as well as Impact100 NWF officers and members. The finalists were selected from the following five focus areas: Arts & Culture; Education; Environment, Recreation & Preservation; Family, and Health & Wellness. At its Nov. 7 Annual Meeting,
Monday, October 11, 2021Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County Announces ArtsQuest 2021 Winners
Please join the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County in congratulating the winners of this year's ArtsQuest Fine Arts... Best In Show: Orestes Barrios #57 2nd Place: Jeannie Maddox #26 3rd Place: Kimberly Mathews #53 Award of Excellence: Mary Jefferson #20 Award of Excellence: Daniel Lai #16 Award of Excellence: John Townsend #33 Judges Choice: David Campbell: #30 Judges Choice: Adam Fisher #13 Judges Choice: Carole Jayne #11 Award of Merit: Christine Witt #23 Award of Merit: Rickey
Monday, September 27, 2021More Than 800 Attend Inaugural Burgers, Bourbon and Beer Festival
On Saturday, Sept. 18, more than 800 people braved the weather to sip and sample the rain away. The harbor’s latest foodie focused event brought American classics, Burgers, Bourbon and Beer, together for an afternoon of fiery fun. The event featured local restaurants, caterers and chefs, as well as brewers and distilleries from Pensacola to Panama City. The event withstood the drizzling rain and raised funds for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. Although the afternoon wasn’t the sunshine
Thursday, September 09, 202196 Test Wing 2nd Quarter 2021
Winners by Category AMN A1C Richard McCook 96 OG NCO TSgt Mayursinh Jadeja 96 MSG SNCO MSgt Shannon Cassinelli 96 OG CGO Capt Andrew Petry 96 OG Civ Cat 1 Ms. Wendy Swartz 96 MDG Civ Cat 2 GS-11 Derek Erickson 96 MDG Civ Cat 3 NH-03 Adrian Nunes 96 WSA Honor Guard SrA Elisabeth Harper
Wednesday, October 28, 2020Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Announces 2020 Festival of the Arts Artist Award Winners
Fine art welcomed more than 2,000 art lovers to the 25th Annual Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) Festival of the Arts. The two-day signature art celebration held Oct. 24 and 25 in the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin, Fla., featured exhibits of more than 65 premier artists from across the United States showcasing a diverse palette of artistic style. "In its 23rd season, the Festival of the Arts has evolved into a signature cultural event that supports the Foundation and our Community
Monday, October 19, 2020City of Destin to Host 22nd Annual Pinfish Classic
The City of Destin will host its 22nd Annual Pinfish Classic on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the weigh-in on the dock behind AJ’s Restaurant, located at 116 Harbor Boulevard. The catch and release event is open to children ages 14 and under. Due to COVID-19 we are taking extra precautions to keep everyone safe and provide an enjoyable event. The City will adhere to the Center of Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and we encourage everyone to wear a mask. Space is limited and you must pre-register for the event at
