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By Special to the Star September 2, 2024 On Thursday morning, Aug. 29 at Fire Station 2 on Cape San Blas, Cindy and Brendan and Murphy, at right, presented a $5,000 check on behalf of The Murphy Family Foundation to the non-profit South Gulf County Volunteer Fire Department to help support South Gulf County Fire Read More

Story by Kathleen Walls, World Footprints • 1w • When we think of Florida’s statehood, the bustling city of Tallahassee comes to mind. But, Florida moved into statehood in a smaller, less-known place. A convention held at St. Joseph, Florida led to the drafting of the constitution for the Territory of Florida on December 3, 1838, and Read More

By Special to the Times August 20, 2024 Chef Leo at the Beach Club shows off the six golden scallop prizes. [ Point South Marina ] Home / Sports / Local Sports / Golden Scallop Contest returns to St. Joe Bay Local Sports | Sports The Point South Marina in Port St. Joe has injected some additional fun into the 2024 scallop season Read More

Debbie Howlett August 18 2024 in Places For the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, look no further than spending a weekend on the Gulf Coast. Visitors can recharge their batteries in any of these six picturesque coastal towns like Port. St. Joe, Gulf Shores, and Ocean Springs. Unwind on pristine beaches with soft, white sand where visitors Read More

Jason Phillips July 15 2024 in Places The Emerald Coast is a pristine stretch of coast on Florida’s Panhandle. It is known for its white sand beaches, clear Gulf of Mexico water, and laidback atmosphere. The coast is dotted with small towns, each with its unique beauty. Several features make these towns memorable: charming downtown areas, historic sites, and a welcoming attitude. Read More

Visitors enjoy a day at the beach on the sugar white sand of Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama. (AL.com file photo/Joe Songer)Joe Songer By: William Thornton | wthornton@al.com A holiday at the beach is nice. Making money, for some, is nicer. A new list from Realtor.com shows you how to do both, and one Alabama Read More

Savana Alexis Thompson June 25 2024 in Places The sunny state of Florida is a hotspot amongst retirees and seniors, known for its laid-back lifestyle and plenty of activities to keep you busy. Many of the coastal towns sit along the Gulf of Mexico, a part of the Atlantic. Here, you will find the Emerald Coast, a section of beaches famous for Read More

(Getty Images (4)) By Lauren Wellbank Jun 23, 2024 Buying a beach house is dreamy enough on its own, but many owners also fantasize about the profits that await if they turn that shoreside property into a short-term rental. Beach house owners truly can have their cake and eat it too by renting out their property on Read More

Jeff Oganga June 23 2024 in Places According to legend, it is called the “Emerald Coast” because a big pirate ship crashed centuries ago, spilling emeralds all over the ocean floor. A more plausible reason, however, is that a particular phytoplankton species is in the water, giving it that impossibly attractive color. Whatever the reason, the Emerald Coast is Read More

By Karon Warren – for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution June 11, 2024 Sandestin, Florida – Best Something for Everyone Beach Cape San Blas, Florida – Best Dog – Friendly Beach Jacksonville, Florida – Best Surfing Beaches Tybee Island, Georgia – Best Historic Beach Town Gulf Shores/Orange Beach, Alabama – Beast Beach for Festivals Many people flock Read More