Articles by Jessica Coker
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Local engineer leads effort to Haiti
In the wake of the third anniversary of the devastating earthquake that rocked Haiti, leaving so many people homeless, local engineer Bruce Goddard is leading a group of volunteers to head south ... READ MORE
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Hats for Hope: Destin Woman's Club blends high fashion with fundraiser
Co-Chairs of this years fashion show, Peggy Herbig and Kate Callicotte invite you to “spring” into fashion at the Destin Woman’s Club Spring Fashion Show and luncheon Hats for Hope taking place ... READ MORE
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Residents rally against The Runway: Battle lines drawn in effort to thwart Destin’s first strip club
There’s no place like home for Shirley Constable and Betty Pope who have called Destin home for 19 years, when they moved to the quiet beach community because of its small town feel. But, ... READ MORE
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Mary Kay paints the town pink during annual local retreat
Emerald Coast resident Angie Onianwa has taken the phrase tickled pink to a whole new level. For 18 years the independent Mary Kay sales director has been hosting the "Feel the Power"... READ MORE
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Oil’s well at new Destin store: Olive Oil Balsamic Tastings creations range from chocolate to lemon
Neighbors Dar Zook and Gina Seton have been homeowners in Destin for more than 20 years, now they can add business owners to their lists. The self-described "health-conscience" ladies... READ MORE
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RED BIRD: Meet the man credited with helping the Destin snowbirds take off
It's only fitting that the man recognized as Destin's first snowbird was a pilot. After Ivan "Red" Lyon, a TWA pilot was forced to fly the coop and retire at only 51 years old due to ... READ MORE
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Is Bigfoot roaming the woods of Walton County?
"It was 17 inches across and one inch deep," said Helms. "It appeared to have four or five toes, with a distinct heel and arch." Helms said he knew immediately what he was looking at — "it was obviously a Bigfoot footprint." READ MORE
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Dance the night away
Doctors, lawyers and accountants aren't typically praised for their musical and vocal ability — until now. The members of the Moos Bros. party band operate like professional, modern-day superhe... READ MORE
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Do not open until 2113: County mulls over time capsule for state’s 500th anniversary
As the Florida’s 500th anniversary approaches in April, counties throughout the state are starting work on their time capsules as part of Viva Florida 500. Of Florida's 67 counties, each county... READ MORE
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Wing wars: Are you hot enough to take on the chicken champ?
Owned by Brian and Susan Hassmann, Landshark's Pizza Company in Destin hosts a monthly Ghost Chili Hot Wing Challenge that’s not for the faint-of-heart. Landshark's held its last monthly event on... READ MORE
