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Fragile Dreams, Heavy Expectations: Why The Glass Menagerie Still Speaks to...

By Cameron Hughes There’s something about The Glass Menagerie that stays with you after the curtain falls. Tennessee Williams’ classic play feels both intimate and universal,...
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Four Habits of Successful Music Students

Success in music doesn’t come overnight. Behind every impressive performance are hours of regular practice, strategic learning, and consistent effort. While talent plays a...
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Big Orange House Designs Creates!

October Classes Oct. 3 – Glass Art Word Boards | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | $55 Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28 – Evening Pottery Series |...

Celebrating Creativity with the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) believes the arts are essential to a thriving community. For more than 30 years, the nonprofit...
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Advanced Sacred Hope Academy Expands in FWB to Serve Growing Autistic...

School Launches Sponsorship Opportunities to Equip New Classrooms and Build Sensory-Friendly Playground Advanced Sacred Hope Academy (ASHA), an Okaloosa County private school for autistic children...
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Okaloosa County Women’s Hall of Fame – 30th Anniversary The Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Women’s...
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Good News for Our Readers: Auto Insurance Rates Are Finally Dropping

By Brandon Cervenka After years of rising premiums, Florida drivers are finally seeing some good news: auto insurance rates are dropping across the state, bringing...
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A Beacon of Hope: Crossroads Center Expands with Spiritual Health and...

By Michelle Ruschman On Tuesday, August 26th, 2025, Crossroads Center celebrated breaking ground for its new Spiritual Health and Wellness building. Cindy Bray summarizes what...
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Florida Governor’s Dinner

Coming to Okaloosa Island The Republican parties of Okaloosa, Walton, Santa Rosa, and Escambia counties are joining forces this fall to host the first-ever Panhandle...
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The Resting Tree Opens in Niceville: A Safe Haven for Adults...

On September 15, 2025, The Ground Up Project officially opened the doors to The Resting Tree, an adult day program in Niceville designed to...