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By Doug Stauffer The Northwest Florida Raider baseball team, a group of tenacious young athletes, demonstrated exceptional resilience, grit and an unwavering spirit throughout the season, especially in their recent games. Their journey, punctuated by numerous comeback victories, is a testament to their will to win and the enduring heart...
The Freeport Mayor’s Ball, one of Freeport’s largest charitable events, was recently held at the Hammock Bay Lake Club. “The Event was a huge success, and we surpassed our original fundraising goal for a profit of $22,000 to use for Freeport families in need this holiday season,” said Myla...
By Doug Stauffer After a decade of serving on the judicial bench, Ashley Moody had to resign to run for Attorney General. She understood the sacrifice it would take, but her love for Florida and Floridians propelled her to make such a sacrifice. Four years ago, the people of the state...
“I played tennis up until college and started playing pickleball, because I had some time on my hands during COVID. I loved it. It’s a fun game.”~ Jeff Harris, Owner of Run With It and Pickleball at the Palms Back in 2016, I was...

Bay Buzz November 2022

New Mural Brings Bold and Exciting Energy to Niceville Congratulations to the City of Niceville on the unveiling of its new mural and ADA-Accessible Kayak Launch at Turkey Creek! Designed by Niceville-based artist and Francis Roy Agency Art Director Janae Erickson, it is one of the artists’ largest art installations...
Funds to Improve Imaging Services at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast The Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation held its 2022 Charity Golf Classic on Friday, Sept. 23, at Burnt Pine Golf Club in Sandestin. The tournament raised $218,145 for a new CT scanner at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast to better...
By Michelle Jannazo How long have you lived here? I’ve lived in the Freeport area since 1995. Went to school here when there was only one traffic light! What is your work here? Since 2015, my wife, Kim, and I have owned and operated Arbor Barber Trees, a tree care service. Most recently...
By Doug Stauffer Champs again! Crowning National Champions in Northwest Florida is becoming habit forming with the NWFSC basketball programs. The college’s women’s basketball team did it again, winning the 2023 National Junior College Athletic Association Division I Women’s Basketball Championship. This is the second national championship for the Lady...
By Heather Bennett Everyone, or at least almost everyone, has heard of Boy Scouts of America (BSA), but few may know about Venturing, a core program of BSA, or know we have our own local crew. I recently spoke to CJ Inman, a local scout and crewmember, about what Venturing...
By Stacy Lingenfelter Sarikanon, Stunning Spaces – Decorating Den Interiors Are you itchin’ to get full-into that outdoor relaxation mode, family recreation, or shorts-and-sandals entertaining? If so, you might be thinking of changes you would like to make to your outdoor space. Start with the obvious Reevaluating your furniture choices is a...
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