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Skip Orth, owner of Father and Son Pest and Lawn Solutions, says mole crickets are one of the most destructive lawn pests we have along the Emerald Coast. “Mole crickets are insects that burrow just under the surface of the soil and feed on grass roots. They look like a cricket but have powerful front legs that are well adapted for borrowing through soil. They have a one-year life cycle that begins in early spring. By late summer and fall, they are large, fully mature and able to do considerable damage to a lawn in a relatively short amount of time.”

Being “The smart choice for mortgages!” starts with a local team of dedicated mortgage professionals who start each day with determination and gratitude to the community that they serve.

If you’ve been dreaming of owning a slice of paradise on Florida’s Gulf Coast, this beautifully renovated townhouse in Sugar Beach offers the perfect opportunity. Located in one of Navarre Beach’s sought-after Gulf-front communities, this charming two-bedroom, two-story residence combines comfort, convenience, and investment potential in an unbeatable beachside setting.

As summer draws to a close and classrooms across the area prepare to welcome students back for another school year, Saltwater Cottage in Navarre is taking time to celebrate the educators and school employees who make a difference in the lives of children every day.

The locally owned boutique is embracing the season of new beginnings with a special promotion designed to thank teachers, administrators, support staff, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, and all school employees for their dedication and service to the community.

From now through Aug. 15, school employees will receive 15% off any purchase at Saltwater Cottage. In addition, for every $25 spent, school employees will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Saltwater Cottage gift card.

For a woman who has experienced the unthinkable, the effects of trauma can be completely debilitating, preventing her from maintaining healthy relationships, holding a job, functioning as a wife or mother or living a full, productive life. In many cases, professional trauma therapy is the only way to untangle all the complex, involuntarily emotional responses triggered by the trauma experienced by survivors of human trafficking, sexual assault, sexual exploitation or abuse.

The Conservatory of International Classic Ballet Theatre (Conservatory ICBT) is stepping into an exciting new chapter with the opening of its new, significantly larger studio at 4645 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Suite D in Gulf Breeze. Under the direction of Sheila Willis Kleiman, the conservatory is expanding both its physical space and its reach within the local arts community.

After receiving the keys on May 1, the conservatory quickly began transforming the new studio into a welcoming, professional training environment. The move marks a meaningful upgrade from its previous Navarre location, which Kleiman estimates was less than half the size of the new facility.

When neighbors help neighbors, incredible things can happen. That spirit of generosity has been on full display in Navarre as customers and employees at Winn-Dixie came together over the last several weeks to raise thousands of dollars in grocery donations benefiting the Lindy Bush Food Pantry, located behind the Good Neighbor Thrift Store and operated as a ministry of Navarre United Methodist Church.

If you blink, you might still miss it – a small gray cottage sitting at the corner of U.S. Highway 98 and State Road 87. But step inside, and you’ll quickly discover why Saltwater Cottage has become one of Navarre’s most beloved hidden gems.

For businesses across Northwest Florida, visibility isn’t just important – it’s everything. And in a region fueled by tourism and a strong sense of local pride, getting in front of the right audience at the right time can make all the difference. That’s exactly where the Emerald Coast Visitors Guide continues to shine.

Each year, the Emerald Coast Visitors Guide serves as a trusted resource for both visitors and locals looking to experience the very best our area has to offer. From where to dine and shop to the top places to stay and explore, this guide is often the first stop for people planning their time along the Gulf Coast. It even has fun feature articles and graphics about the types of fish, birds and sea life you can see around our area. This publication is picked up in hotels, visitor centers, and local businesses, and it stays in circulation throughout the busy season – meaning your business isn’t just seen once, but again and again.

Local lawn expert Skip Orth, owner of Father and Son Pest and Lawn Solutions, has published a book titled “What Every Home Owner on the Emerald Coast Needs to Know About Lawn Care,” which is a compilation of his many years of experience at solving lawn problems!