Category: Local News

JOE CUHAJ AUG.28.2021 GORDON LOGUE / SHUTTERSTOCK.COM The bounty that comes from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico is a seafood lover’s dream come true. Redfish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, crab, the list seems endless and no one celebrates the flavors of the gulf like the cities, towns, and villages that dot the coastline. Read More

LOCAL NEWS by: Grace Thornton Posted: Aug 20, 2021 / 07:05 PM CDT / Updated: Aug 20, 2021 / 07:06 PM CDT PORT ST. JOE, Fla. (WMBB) – About three years ago a shrimp boat named the “Donna Kay” washed ashore the beaches of Cape San Blas. Since then, the craft has been abandoned, but remains a meaningful place to Read More

by: Emma Riley Posted: Aug 10, 2021 / 10:18 AM CDT / Updated: Aug 10, 2021 / 10:21 AM CDT PORT ST. JOE, Fla. (WMBB) — It’s almost time to grab your snorkel, mask, and net with scallop season just around the corner in Gulf County. “We have a little tradition on my boat that the first one you first Read More

HOME & GARDEN Tory Moore UF/IFAS Extension As boaters across the state take to Florida’s coast to scallop, UF/IFAS Extension and Florida Sea Grant agents ask enthusiasts to keep these tips in mind for a safe, fun and sustainable trip. Scallops are sensitive to environmental changes and, due to their relatively short lifespan, local bay scallop populations Read More

Gordon Palmer, JR Harding and Max Lee Rish Park has $2 million in the state budget. The Friends of Rish Park and the nationally recognized Family Network on Disabilities would like to recognize and express our profound appreciation to House Speaker Chris Sprowls, Senate President Wilton Simpson and Gov. Ron DeSantis for their leadership. Florida is now in Read More

 It’s all about the great outdoors. BY STACEY LEASCA MARCH 24, 2021 According to Airbnb, based on its search data, it’s seeing U.S.-based travelers gravitating toward these domestic destinations for upcoming spring and summer travels. Southern Maine It’s no real surprise that travelers are craving a New England summer getaway in Southern Maine. With charming towns Read More

Because the best investments come with high returns on sunshine. By Marisa Spyker  Updated June 30, 2020 CREDIT: ARPAD BENEDEK/GETTY IMAGES If there’s a common wish on every beach lovers’ bucket list, it’s to own a vacation home by the shore. But aside from the obvious benefit of providing a breezy escape from reality, a beach Read More

The highly-sought destinations come amid a surge in spring and summer travel plans. Two Florida beaches have landed as top destinations for Airbnb users looking to travel this spring and summer. A recent report of Airbnb search data shows Cape San Blas and Grayton Beach are among the top destinations being sought, along with Southern Maine; Read More

It’s a great time to vacation in the great outdoors! Gulf County offers a laid back atmosphere without the crowds. February 16, 2021  Orlando Magazine Staff Gulf County, Florida, located in Northwest Florida, has so many things to celebrate, and we want you to join us! You can expect a laid-back atmosphere without the crowds. Read More

Keep GOing ‘Getting Outdoors’ at Troy Deal Tract By Sandra Chafin Special to the Star So, if you are not careful – you might miss it – the Troy Deal Tract, that is, on Cape San Blas Road. There’s a new sign, which replaced a really small sign, but it’s still easy to drive right Read More