Jun 18, 2015
Aging MDs prompt call for competency tests at AMA meeting
With one out of four U.S. doctors older than 65, the American Medical Association adopted a plan June 8 to help decide when it’s time for aging senior physicians to hang up the stethoscope.
Jun 18, 2015
Funeral homes increasingly using dogs to comfort mourners
Sandy Del Duca was mourning the death of her father when Lulu, a curly haired goldendoodle, came bounding down the stairs at the Ballard-Durand funeral home.
Jun 18, 2015
Dover base veterinary clinic treats decorated military dogs
From the panting yellow Lab with the nasty ear infection to the quivering Siamese cat in need a nail trim, the Veterinary Treatment Facility at Dover Air Force Base is not as high-drama as one might expect.
Jun 18, 2015
Pensacola Segway tour: Where the past meets the future
In addition to its cosmopolitan downtown and top-rated beaches, Pensacola is also rich in history. Founded by Don Tristán de Luna y Arellano in 1559, it was the first European settlement in the continental United States; however, it failed to thrive under Spain’s rule. The country abandoned it only to return in 1698. France, which settled New Orleans, began encroaching upon Pensacola, and claimed it in 1722. But the Spanish took it back. And then, France burned it down.
Jun 18, 2015
Whiting Field commander applauds Santa Rosa County
Naval Air Station Whiting Field (NASWF) Commanding Officer Capt. Todd Bahlau June 11 updated Santa Rosa County Commissioners on base operations and training, which is on the rise. He also praised the county’s support.
Jun 18, 2015
Four airmen save contractor’s life
Four Airmen saved a contractor’s life on the loading dock of their building using their annual Air Force CPR training.
Jun 11, 2015
More older Americans are being buried by housing debt
Al and Saundra Karp have found an unconventional way to raise money and help save their Miami-area home from foreclosure: They’re lining up gigs for their family jazz band.
Jun 11, 2015
Dog Days brings communities together
As Jojo dipped her head in the kiddy pool to cool off from Saturday’s 90-something degree day, her mom, Margaret Wallek, considered bringing home a brother or sister.
Jun 11, 2015
Mentoring events for senior entrepreneurs
The U.S. Small Business Administration and AARP have partnered to host Summer of Encore Mentoring educational events for older Americans who want to start or expand small businesses. These local events will take place from June through August.
Jun 11, 2015
Pensacola’s tournament season kicks off today
The Pensacola Bay Area has long been known as an angler’s paradise. This summer, the destination’s saltwater fishing will be showcased when fishermen from around the region test their angling skills at these tournaments from bay to Gulf.







