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By Kelly Humphrey At an age when many folks are enjoying a well-deserved retirement, the 87-year-old has as much energy as three 29-year-olds. Between overseeing his multiple business operations and staying active in his community, Herden stays fit and mentally sharp. While he has no intention of slowing down, after...
By Rita L. Sherwood With so much anxiety, panic and fear swirling through our daily lives during the COVID-19 outbreak, let’s take a break and focus on something uplifting and positive! One Freeport resident, Kurt Freudenreich, is doing just that. This month’s Hometown Hero is not only “talking the talk, but...
Meet local Freeport resident Mia Bennett, a 19-year-old student at Florida State University. She’s held many pageant titles including Miss Freedom USA 2019, Miss Tristate BBQ 2018, Miss Emerald Coast BBQ 2018 and Miss Northwest Florida 2017. But, securing titles isn’t her goal. Since age 16 her passion has...
By Kenneth Books Behind every winning organization is a leader who trusts his staff, gives them the tools to succeed and helps them to prosper. At Niceville High School, that leader is Principal Charlie Marello. “My leadership style is a good fit,” Marello said, “because I hire good people and get...
Baytowne is OPEN and boomin with events, activities, food and fun for summer! The Village and all of its merchants welcome you to come SHOP, DINE and PLAY! With a view of the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay, The Village of Baytowne Wharf features an array of boutiques, eateries, galleries...
By Guest Columnist Pastor Doug Stauffer, Faith Independent Baptist Church Hello Niceville! After almost four decades, providence has brought me full circle. I have traveled around the world several times, but now have returned to the city that impacted my life more than any other place. In 1981, I left...
Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has earned a reputation for educational excellence and community involvement. Our mission is to improve lives by providing a high-quality, globally competitive education that is a catalyst for cultural, civic and economic development throughout the region. Ingrained in the culture of NWFSC are six...
Tim Ard and many others are realizing a vision that began roughly 10 years ago: the completion of Freeport Veterans Memorial Park! Being revealed on Veterans Day 2019 are the plans for the final phase to bring it to completion. The memorial “Homecoming” will also be unveiled and...
Sandra Carter is Walton County’s newest candidate for the Walton County Property Appraiser. She has dedicated her entire career over 35 years to the Walton County Property Appraiser’s Office, and her passion shines through as she pursues her dream of becoming Property Appraiser. When Sandra began working at the property...
The Extraordinary Story Behind The Community By Kelly Humphrey Some might call it the end of an era. After more than 45 years of serving as the face of the Bluewater Bay development, Raimund Herden has left the area to return to his native Germany. As he says good-bye to his...
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