Off the Hook: Winter Flounder Fishing

By Cali Hvlac As colder temps roll in, we are starting to notice different species of fish migrate into our Gulf waters – specifically Flounder...

The Florida Black Bear Receives a New Home

Northwest Florida boasts the second largest bear population in the state. But, due to a high level of development in the region, the black...

Furry Friends and Humans

Alaqua Opens New Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Located on five acres within their original Whitfield Rd. property in Freeport, a new Alaqua Wildlife Rehabilitation Center,...

Impact100 Awards $418,000 to Local Nonprofits

The votes are in and four local non-profit groups in Okaloosa and Walton Counties will receive $104,500 each from Impact100 of Northwest Florida, Inc.,...

100 Men Who Care Presents First Award to C.A.L.M. House of...

100 Men Who Care, a nationwide network of people interested in supporting non-profit groups in their local communities through giving circles, has launched on...

“Twist” Through the Holidays at Painting With a Twist!

Head into the holidaze at full speed! At Painting With a Twist, painting feels like a holiday PARTY! Twist with artists as they lead...

Okaloosa County Unveils Women Veterans Monuments

This past Veteran’s Day, November 11, Okaloosa County unveiled Women Veterans Monuments, honoring women who have served and made significant contributions in the U.S....

Catch A Florida Memory Celebrates 5-Year “Catch-Iversary” With Program Milestone

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Saltwater Angler Recognition program, Catch a Florida Memory, celebrated it’s five-year anniversary by achieving more than...

FWC to Host Florida State Fish Art Contest

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in partnership with Wildlife Forever, will host the Florida State Fish Art Contest again this year....

High-Schooler Starts Letters Campaign To Thank Afghan Veterans

By Samuel King Jr. An Eglin Air Force Base military family member created a small letter-writing campaign to thank veterans here, who served during the...