By Greg Crosslin Depending on what survey you review, between one half and two thirds of all American adults do not have a Will. So, I pose the question opposing: Do you really need one? The answer is absolutely YES, if you can answer yes to any of the following questions: Do you care who […]
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In honor of the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation’s (MKAF) 25-year historical journey, the popular Arts Guild Luncheon titled “Love for the Arts” returns on Feb. 19, 2020. Hosted at the Emerald Grande, Emerald Ballroom from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., the Arts Guild Luncheon will feature acclaimed guest speaker, Wendy Rodrigue, presenting “The Life & Legacy Tour […]
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Stacie Marie Bollmann Stacie Marie Bollmann is a professional performer, singer, teacher, and songwriter originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia. She sings, plays ukulele, and piano. At the young age of 6, Stacie began her musical training while singing with her unique family band (Blended). They traveled throughout the United States which connected her to perform […]
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By Barbara Day, M.S., R.D. March is National Nutrition month. Being a foodie and registered dietitian since 1973, I like to promote real foods as medicine! In the early 60s, a famous nutritionist, Adele Davis, coined the phrase, “You are what you eat.” Many people during that time refuted the phrase, however, fast forward to […]
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Serving Coastal Cuisine With A Southern Twist The Blue Mountain Beach culinary scene became much more delicious when Executive Chef Adam Yellin decided to settle in South Walton and open Local Catch Bar & Grill with longtime college friend, Jimmy Hasser. Chef Yellin hails from New Orleans, and quickly moved up the ranks in the […]
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By Lauren Catanese I have found that most answers to our troubles can be found in nature. Nature’s storms are like our struggles. They are the storms we experience. Struggling is a part of life. It’s when we struggle that we learn the most about life, ourselves, and those around us. In areas where we […]
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By Rick Moore The most traveled road for locals and visitors alike throughout the Emerald Coast is Highway 98. Many are surprised to discover Highway 98 extends through several states. Decades ago, I would travel that road several times a year from my home in Mobile, Alabama, through the state of Mississippi, and into the […]
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By Rev. Pete Hyde Heavy rain in the distance blocked the satellite television signal. The house was almost refreshingly quiet. I stepped out on the front porch. The night was eerily still. The heavy rain of the past few days dampened the traffic. An orange streetlight cast an ominous glow over the front yard. The roll and rumble of […]
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By Kirk Mccarley Last time in this two part series, I discussed our yearning for honest and trustworthy leadership. I also shared a personal story about unethical behavior on the part of one executive who motivated me to depart an organization. We were left considering whether ethical compromise must always result in our leaving an […]
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By Sean Dietrich I’m watching “The Andy Griffith Show.” It’s late at night, and I am a lifelong fan of this program. One of my earliest memories is watching this show as an infant, sitting before a console television, and I was gnawing on something. It’s unclear what I was chewing, but I’m pretty sure […]
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