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Home to some of the best beaches in the South, the Gulf Coast of Mexico is a mystery patchwork, both unglorified and a summer vacation hub in 2024. From the beguiling Sunshine State destinations to its hidden gems, the four other states touching the gulf are Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, and Alabama, home to the shortest coastal stretch of only 50 Read More

ByDavid Adlerstein May 20, 2024 Proceeds from the annual South Gulf Butt Roast, running from May 23 to 25, will go to help support equipment and training for the department. The South Gulf County Volunteer Fire Department ‘s non-profit “provides funding for essential needs not covered in the fire department budget, yet our local Cape Read More

Athena Loukas May 10 2024 in Places Florida’s Emerald Coast has plenty to offer with its emerald blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, quartz sand beaches, and year-round sunshine. Perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, or those simply seeking some respite from the hustle of daily life, this coastal paradise has something for everyone. Whether Read More

ISLA MOCK, LEFT, WON THE ICE CHEST IN THE RAFFLE, WHICH HER FRIEND LILY HICKS HELPED HER CARRY. [ WENDY WOODRICK ] By Wendy WoodrickMay 12, 2024 Junior angler Jordan Dailey, left, with his first place flounder, and fishing buddy Kannon Roberts with his redfish. [ Wendy Woodrick ] Junior angler Gemma Brock and her Read More

LEATHERBACK HATCHLINGS HEAD TO THE WATER [ PENNY WEINING | CONTRIBUTED ] ByDavid AdlersteinApril 29, 2024 A leatherback nest has a clutch of about 120 eggs, and each one is larger than that of other turtles.[ USGS ] Margaret Lamont, with a cold-stunned juvenile green turtle [ Margaret Lamont | Contributed ] Leatherback tracks[ USGS Read More

PANAMA CITY BEACH by: Bailey Nichols Posted: Apr 27, 2024 / 06:46 PM CDT Updated: Apr 27, 2024 / 06:46 PM CDT PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – People were breaking a sweat at the beach all to help save the turtles. Gulf World Marine Institute had its 3rd annual Making Turtle Tracks 5K fundraiser. Bright and early Read More

BYAARON PUBLISHED 2 DAYS AGO Black’s Island is unique little resort island off the coast of Florida listed for $50 million. Shutterstock Bungalows on stilts on Black’s island, a private island in the St. Joseph’s Bay SUMMARY  Black’s Island offers a Bahamas-like experience in Florida with crystal clear waters and a marine estuary just 10 Read More

By David Adlerstein April 8, 2024 Port St. Joe pickleball tournament a hit Karen Quesada, from Lynn Haven, took gold in both the Women and Mixed Doubles. [ Stephen Teekell Photography ] When a player attacks a ball headed toward their partner, it’s called a poach, and often takes the opposing team by surprise. [ Read More

Gulf County Tourist Development Council CAPE SAN BLAS Where Cape San Blas, a slender thread of white sand that curves around St. Joseph Bay and stretches 20 miles into the Gulf of Mexico, promises numerous beach accesses, some with ADA access and facilities. The Cape is also home to T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, a highly Read More

While it’s common knowledge that Florida is the USA’s most visited state—more than 135 million tourists flocked here in 2023 alone—many people are surprised to learn that there is more to “The Sunshine State” than popular spots like Orlando and Miami. The same is true for the Florida Panhandle, where visitors to the beautiful Emerald Coast region are increasingly traveling beyond Read More