Florida sees fewer Canadian visitors as Destin-Fort Walton Beach looks to boost tourism
Tourism leaders in Destin-Fort Walton Beach are planning a trip to Canada as Florida continues to see fewer Canadian visitors. Canadian Visits to Florida Continue to Decline According to VISIT FLORIDA, about 721,000 Canadians visited the state during the second quarter of 2026. That marks a 4% decrease compared to the same period last year. […]
New Thoracic surgeon expands Lung Cancer care in Santa Rosa Beach
Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast has expanded its cancer care team with the addition of a thoracic surgeon at its Santa Rosa Beach Cancer Center. New Surgeon Joins Cancer Center Dr. Christopher Ellington has joined the Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Cancer Center on Mack Bayou Loop in Santa Rosa Beach. According to the hospital, […]
Iconic Jaws Souvenirs Shop destroyed by fire
An iconic Panama City Beach souvenir shop was destroyed after a massive fire swept through the building early Friday morning. Fire Destroys a Thomas Drive Landmark The blaze completely destroyed Jaws Souvenirs, a longtime retail destination located at 7100 Thomas Drive in Panama City Beach. Firefighters responded during the early morning hours and found the […]
Massive Hammerhead Shark spotted hunting near Florida Shore
A giant hammerhead shark created an unforgettable scene after it was spotted hunting an eagle ray just yards from shore near Panama City Beach. Viral Footage Captures a Rare Predator The dramatic encounter resurfaced this week after Destin Life shared footage originally captured on July 30, 2025, in the shallow waters of Panama City Beach, […]
Destin lifeguards shine at 2026 USLA Nationals
Destin Beach Safety lifeguards helped the Emerald Coast Lifeguard Association deliver one of its strongest performances at the 2026 United States Lifesaving Association National Championships. Emerald Coast Places Fifth Overall The Emerald Coast Lifeguard Association (ECLA) finished fifth overall in the A Division at the USLA Nationals Surf Lifesaving Championships, held in Fort Lauderdale from […]
Rutherford High retires NFL star Alonzo Johnson’s jersey
Rutherford High School honored former standout Alonzo Johnson by retiring his jersey during a ceremony at Tommy Oliver Stadium on Aug. 21. Panama City Football Standout Honored Johnson graduated from Rutherford High School in 1981 and earned recognition as an All-Florida high school football player. Friends, family, former teammates, and school officials attended the ceremony […]
