Stories by Staff Reporters
Stories by Staff Reporters
12 Tips for Holiday Health
December 11, 2024
Could healthy and holidays be paired together? At Baptist Health Care, we believe it can. There are simple daily practices you can do to have a healthy attitude and be your best self, even during the hectic holiday season. Follow these 12 healthy eating, exercise and well-being tips to put you first during this festive time:
Enjoy oysters and beer at Scooter’s Fish House
December 11, 2024
Scooter’s Fish House is open every day of the week serving the freshest seafood on the Emerald Coast. The shrimp and the fish are always caught fresh from the Gulf of Mexico. The seafood comes from the Gulf straight to their kitchen to your plate.
Shop Christmas at Southern Specialty
December 11, 2024
The holidays are among us, and Southern Specialty is your one-stop-shop for everyone on your list this year. Stop in this beachy boutique for the perfect gift, whether that be some stylish jewelry for your daughter, a beard balm kit from Mixture for your husband, some cute toddler accessories for your little ones, or a new leather handbag from Hobo for your mom.
Holley Navarre RV Park looking to expand
December 11, 2024
Plans are in the works to expand Holley Navarre RV Park.
According to an expansion proposal submitted to Santa Rosa County Development Services, 50 additional RV spaces will be built north of the existing Holley Navarre RV Park. The proposed RV park expansion will be built on 8.2 acres of land owned by Brian McLeod, the owner of Highlander Homes LLC and the existing RV park.
Florida again shatters tourism records
December 10, 2024
Tallahassee – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced record-breaking visitation numbers in 2023. Tourists to Florida were found to have spent a record $131 billion in the state—an increase of 5% over 2022—in addition to $36.9 billion in local, state, and federal tax revenue. Florida remains the premier travel destination of the nation and the world.
Cold weather shelter open December 11
December 10, 2024
The cold weather shelter for the homeless and/or heatless will open on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at Ferris Hill Baptist Church, 6848 Chaffin St. in Milton. Those who would like to stay at the shelter must arrive between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Only service animals (with verification of rabies vaccination) are permitted to stay with guests. No one will be admitted after 8:30 p.m. unless brought in by law enforcement. The shelter closes at 7 a.m. each morning.
Support your community: Shop locally this holiday season
December 10, 2024
We are in the midst of the Christmas season and the allure of online shopping and big-box retailers can be tempting. The convenience of online shopping is hard to beat. However, there’s a compelling case to be made for turning our attention to local businesses. Shopping locally isn’t just a trend; it’s a powerful way to support our community, economy, and environment. Here are some reasons to consider supporting your community’s small businesses.
12/31 – NYE VIP Dinner & Casino Night
December 9, 2024
Hosted by Andy D’s located at 8649 Gulf Blvd. from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.