Most locals have had family or friends visiting the area and asking for their best recommendations. Everyone has their personal favorite coffee shop and go-to dinner spot. And with a wealth of options at the beach, it’s important to know…
Sean Murphy spent much of his photography career in the thick of alternative and punk rock action. Throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s, he shot an innumerable number of bands, many of them big names—Jimmy Eat World, Everclear, Tenacious…
Sam Vandiver is, in her words, simply “a dork with a game store.” But Vandiver is far from simple. One might say she’s pretty rad even. Her signature blue hair alone makes her stand out. But it’s her personality—witty, raw,…
Justa Hotmess. Poise & Bury. TT Twister. Ms. Sippi Queen. Sir Blox-a-lot. Michi-Gang$ter. More than slang nicknames, these titles are a badge of individuality. Plays on words, puns that reflect their personalities, their playing styles, their place in the team…
Mystic Mycelium This earthy iteration of a Scotch Sour evokes an enchanted woodland, rich in flavor and layered with intrigue. Ingredients 2 oz. blended Scotch whisky, such as Monkey Shoulder 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 oz. egg white1 oz.…
Bobby Wagner first attended a city council meeting to talk about planting trees along roadways. At the time, Wagner was executive director of the nonprofit Trees on the Coast organization. But the meeting left him with the seed of a…
When it comes to athletics on the Emerald Coast, fencing—with foils and sabers and épées—is not typically the first sport to come to mind. Air Force veteran Peter Wetzel is on a mission to change that. Wetzel opened Emerald Coast…
The annual Best of the Emerald Coast event has always been about community. It’s about the businesses we love, the providers we trust, and the services we choose time and time again. At the core of all of that are the people who make it happen. That’s why we gather each year for Best of the…
Kuk Harrell and his wife Stevie sat on the couch in front of a box that was delivered to their Atlanta home. Unsure what it could be, he carefully cut the seal, pulled open the carton’s lid, and reached inside.…
The holidays have arrived on the Emerald Coast, and there’s no place that captures the spirit quite like Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection. From the moment you step through the doors, the warmth of the season surrounds you—glowing trees, sparkling…
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…
The new palm tree planted in Sergey Bogza’s front yard is symbolic to the 39-year-old Panama City Symphony maestro. Bogza was born in Russia but came to the United States when he was 9 years old. He’s lived, studied, and…
A locally based ticketing portal for live events is now available to Northwest Florida residents. 850TIX.com owned by Rowland Publishing, Inc. promises to provide a one-stop shop for residents and visitors to find and purchase tickets to local concerts, events, and shows.
A locally based ticketing portal for live events is now available to Northwest Florida residents. 850TIX.com owned by Rowland Publishing, Inc. promises to provide a one-stop shop for residents and visitors to find and purchase tickets to local concerts, events, and shows.
Autumn’s show of colors has just begun in Northwest Florida. Deciduous native plants, those which lose their leaves in winter, will be displaying reds, yellows, purples, and browns. Deciduous trees and plants produce and consume chlorophyll throughout the warm growing…
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL SEPT. 18-OCT. 12 Emerald Coast Theatre Company presents the inspiring true story of Carole King’s rise to stardom as part of the hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin. emeraldcoasttheatre.org MOON CRUSHAVETT MOON OCT.…
It was only a couple years ago that I couldn’t find an eagle anywhere. Fellow photographers were finding them, and the photos were taunting me on social media. But the more I looked, the bigger the disappointment in not seeing…
Children don’t have to be the only ones enjoying the Halloween spoils. Try pairing your childhood favorite candies with adult treats. Mairin Moore of Tallahassee’s Hummingbird Wine Bar advises which wines to pair with which candies based on their flavor…
Dr. Layne Fielder has always enjoyed tackling a good puzzle. Growing up in Niceville, he was always building forts and other contraptions, taking things apart and putting them back together. “I always had a proclivity for science and technology,” he…
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Children don’t have to be the only ones enjoying the Halloween spoils. Try pairing your childhood favorite candies with adult treats. Mairin Moore of Tallahassee’s Hummingbird Wine Bar advises which wines to pair with which candies based on their flavor…
Backyards and porches are an extension of the home. With the addition of a few creature comforts, outdoor spaces become as cozy as indoor dining and living rooms. “People come and live at the beach or visit the beach to…
Bobby Wagner first attended a city council meeting to talk about planting trees along roadways. At the time, Wagner was executive director of the nonprofit Trees on the Coast organization. But the meeting left him with the seed of 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…
Mystic Mycelium This earthy iteration of a Scotch Sour evokes an enchanted woodland, rich in flavor and layered with intrigue. Ingredients 2 oz. blended Scotch whisky, such as Monkey Shoulder 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 oz. egg white1 oz.…
The Agency Northwest Florida Beaches, a boutique luxury real estate brokerage, officially stepped into a glamorous new era September 25 with an exclusive launch party at Hotel Effie, where guests celebrated its debut with a night of collaboration and culture.…
At Dermatology Specialists of FL & Aqua Medical Spa, expert practitioners and cutting-edge technology combine to grant patients clearer and healthier skin with long-lasting results. Whether you need tattoo or body hair removal, or treatment for conditions such as rosacea,…
Sean Murphy spent much of his photography career in the thick of alternative and punk rock action. Throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s, he shot an innumerable number of bands, many of them big names—Jimmy Eat World, Everclear, Tenacious…
The new palm tree planted in Sergey Bogza’s front yard is symbolic to the 39-year-old Panama City Symphony maestro. Bogza was born in Russia but came to the United States when he was 9 years old. He’s lived, studied, and…
Bridgeway Center Inc. (BCI) is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for Willow Way Village, a transformative new permanent supportive housing development located at 333 Lewis Street in Fort Walton Beach. The event will take place on Friday, September 26,…
Global talent agency NEXT Management and Atlanta-based agency Ursula Wiedmann Models are teaming up to discover fresh new faces in Florida with a three-city open call tour August 26–28, 2025. Selected talent will have the opportunity to be signed with both agencies…
With many fond memories and much sadness, The REP Theatre has announced that it will be ceasing operations following the completion of its final summer performances in mid-August, concluding a remarkable 25-year run as a cornerstone of the 30A arts…
For 10 years, the Southern Shakespeare Company (SSC) has been bringing the beloved works of Shakespeare to life in Tallahassee. “We are devoted to making his work accessible and exciting for all,” says SSC Artistic Director James Bond. “We do…
