Business

By Chris Balzar Now that most of us are spending more time at home and using more energy, here are a few myths to help save energy. Let’s face it, saving energy has an important impact for all of us. Sometimes this advice can get confusing or contradicting and we...

By Kenneth Books Duke Higgs loves video games, ice cream and Niceville. It was only natural that the Marine Corp veteran would gravitate toward those loves when he built Honeybee Ice Cream and Arcade across the street from Niceville High School. “I’ve always been into arcades and games and playing...

By Matthew Vanderford, Claimology By now, you’ve heard me speak of Hurricane season this time of year; it’s just so important to know what to do when trying to recover from a Hurricane’s aftermath, in many ways, but also as it pertains to your insurance claims. Hopefully, it doesn’t happen...

By Christopher Manson ECCO Motors owner Scott Lightsey spent decades in automotive service, rentals, parts and “you name it.” He moved to Destin from Tallahassee 20 years ago, thinking he was “in the early stages of retirement, but I realized you have to put away a lot more money!” At age...

On Thursday September 9, 2021, five members of the Northwest Florida Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) were selected for the Inaugural Class of the United Way Emerald Coast Emerging Leaders 40 under 40 Awards presented by Step One Automotive Group. This recognition highlights Okaloosa and...

By Melissa Fertitta Beachworx, Destin’s premiere coworking space, announced last week it is expanding in its current location. The coworking space fills the entire third floor of the Destin Commerce Center, located at the southwest corner of Hwy 98 and Crystal Beach Dr. Its current layout includes a conference room,...

Small Business of the Year: Spine Life Chiropractic, Justin & Tiffany Turner Young Professional of the Year: Mitch Anderson, Okaloosa Gas District Large Business of the Year: Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC Volunteer of the Year: Aly Wrann, Smileology You Rock: Josh Woeckener, Highlight Weddings & Events Community Enrichment: Brandon & Chandler Huff, Huff...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager A review of the long-term return of stocks versus U.S. Treasuries reveals that a small number of stocks have outperformed US Treasuries and inflation going back all the way to 1926....

Timid Salespeople Have Skinny Children! By Gail Pelto An old adage which still rings true today is, “Your Net worth is equal to your Network.” Your business grows faster when you form relationships with people you know, like and trust and who know, like and trust you. They will be more...

The newest and most modern indoor shooting range on the Florida Panhandle celebrated its first anniversary in January with a schedule of events, classes and competitions. Rounding out the celebration is a membership promotion offering local and frequently visiting shooters the best value and exclusive range access. With a successful...