When the weather’s nice, many people like to head outdoors – and their pets do, too. Before you let your pet go outside, make sure you’ve taken steps to prevent pests, care for their skin, and know how to spot signs of allergies.

Blackwater River State Forest recently received the 2013 Friend of the Trail Award, which is given by the Florida Trail Association to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to the Florida Trail Association (FTA).

For the fifth consecutive year, the American Stroke Association recently awarded Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola the Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award for Sacred Heart’s commitment and success in implementing excellent care for stroke patients.