Jan 17, 2019
Japanese master potter visits Gulf Coast Kiln Walk to share knowledge
For more than a decade Gulf Coast Kiln Walk Society, a nonprofit promoting the wood-fired arts, has been attracting visitors and bringing the attention of regionally acclaimed potters to the beachfront community of Navarre.
Jan 17, 2019
Lifeguard tryouts push for excellence
In roughly nine weeks, a new set of lifeguards will take to the shores of Navarre Beach to protect the ever-growing number of visitors who flock to the Gulf during tourist season.
Jan 17, 2019
Retired guys create aquatic works of art
From massive octopi to complex reef scenes, the Gulf of Mexico inspires the works of the artists behind Driftwood by Dennis.
Jan 17, 2019
Community garden idea seeking support
Holley by the Sea could have its own homegrown veggies this year if resident Vince Colley has his way.
Jan 10, 2019
Coalition strives to promote safety among older drivers
The Florida Department of Transportation’s Safe Mobility for Life Coalition is focused on addressing the needs of Florida’s aging drivers. The state has more residents over the age of 65 than it does under the age of 18.
Jan 10, 2019
Second chance program for young offenders doubles in size
Assistance for Santa Rosa County students that have had run-ins with the law has expanded as the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) Transition Program launched in February 2018 has more than doubled its reach.
Jan 10, 2019
PIT Count, U-Count volunteers tackle homelessness
To tackle a problem requires knowing what the problem is, and fighting local homelessness is no different.
Jan 10, 2019
DNA test leads to suprises
For Frank Papasavas, DNA testing through 23andMe held a bigger surprise than just learning more about his family’s roots.
Jan 10, 2019
Pakistani journalists visit Gulf Coast
Women leading the charge for journalism in Pakistan stopped for coffee and conversation in Pensacola with local media members as part of a diplomacy trip across the United States.
Jan 10, 2019
Bear-resistant dumpster retro-fit funds available
Restaurants and other business that generate food waste in south Santa Rosa County are eligible for funding to keep bears out of their garbage thanks to a state BearWise grant.