Each September, Americans across the country and world remember where they were on Sept. 11, 2001. While that day is seared into the memories of those who were there or who watched it on television, the youngest Americans only know 9/11 as a historical event, something to read about in a book.

If you’ve lived on the Emerald Coast long enough, chances are you’ve seen, or played, at least one of the many mini-golf courses. While there are plenty of places to “putt your stuff,” very few have the nostalgic charm or uniqueness of the “Goofy Golf” courses.

Tucked away deep in the Bible Belt, Pensacola has its fair share of Christian churches. While Christianity, particularly denominations of the Protestant variety, dominate the landscape, the western gate of Florida holds a somewhat surprising history when it comes to its connections with the Jewish faith, both past and present.

Let the sparks fly!

Navarre High School, in conjunction with Locklin Technical College, is bringing a welding course to campus. The full course, which will be roughly two semesters in length, will start next school year (SY 2025-26) and serve as another addition to the high school’s already stacked line-up of career and technical education (CTE) courses and opportunities.

Do you know your purpose?

That’s one of the questions Kevin Laliberte asks participants in his biannual surfing classes. The classes, which are taken over a five-week course, are meant to help veterans and soon-to-retire active-duty members of the U.S. military find themselves post-service through “surf therapy.”

Although not facing a direct impact from Tropical Storm Francine, Santa Rosa County may still see some impacts from this tropical system. According to the U.S. National Weather Service Mobile Office, local impacts may include: A high risk of deadly rip currents Tuesday night through Friday night Dangerous surf Wednesday night through Thursday night Tornadoes […]

In America, the coffee bean is king.

According to the National Coffee Association’s 2024 National Coffee Data Trends (NCDT) report, 67% of American adults had coffee in the past day. That’s more than any other beverage, including water. Just 20 years ago, that number was 49%.

The Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center (NBSTCC) has been undergoing an expansion project for the past year and six months, which will include the addition of several new exhibits. Additionally, the expansion will allow NBSTCC to house some of its animal ambassadors and store some of the turtle rescue team’s gear. The expansion is 1,152 square feet and is situated on the north side of the center.

Before his ministry and his sacrifice upon the cross, Jesus Christ worked as a carpenter. In Mark 6:3 and Matthew 13:55, carpentry is discussed in relation to Jesus and his earthly father, Joseph.

The 2024-25 Great Outdoors Initiative meant to increase public access, recreation and lodging at Florida State Parks has been met with mixed emotions and backlash since it was announced by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection on Aug. 19. Now the plan is likely heading back to the drawing board.