
Life + Culture
Wine Collecting:
Whether You Have 8 Bottles, or 800, Investing in Wine Can Be a Win Article by Alexander Boykin Because of my chosen profession, I moved around a lot as a young adult. That profession and the required moves that came at regular intervals made it nearly impossible to start collecting wine. I always had eight to ten bottles on hand that would cover any impromptu occasion that called for wine. Those bottles were mainly from my trips to Portugal, France, and Spain. They were supplemented by a few...
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Life + Culture
Night to Shine
Bringing Love, Hope, And Honor to Prom Goers Along Our Coast and Around The Globe Article by Will Estell | Photography by Stephen Spivey Every year, on the Friday just ahead of Valentine’s Day, something extraordinary happens in churches across the United States and beyond. Luxury cars, limos, and Corvettes pull up. Red carpet rolls out. Music plays. Cameras flash, and for one unforgettable night, people living with an array of special needs are celebrated as the honored guests they are. That...
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Auto + Marine
America’s Favorite Truck
The 2026 Ford F-150 Is Again The Most Purchased Automobile In The Country Article by Will Estell Every generation of the Ford F-150 sets a new benchmark for capability, comfort, and technological prowess, and the 2026 lineup of America’s Bestselling vehicle is no exception. In its 14th generation, the F-150 is available in eight distinct trims, with a diverse suite of powertrains, best-in-class towing figures, and an array of advanced features - proving again why this truck continues to...
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Local Services
Building the Future of Public Safety
Q&A with Jakob Carmichael, Founder of RescAlert Article by Suzanne Pope Jakob Carmichael was still in high school when the idea that would become RescAlert first took shape. It was 2017. Hurricane Harvey had just devastated Texas. Watching news coverage from his Pensacola home, Carmichael noticed something that unsettled him. First responders were working tirelessly yet agencies appeared disconnected, resources overlapped, and communication lagged. “I remember thinking, we have all this...
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Arts + Culture
Shaping Pensacola’s Musical Legacy:
The Passion and Purpose of Maestro Peter Rubardt Article by Victoria Behnke | Photography by Pensacola Symphony Orchestra This year, as the Symphony celebrates its 100th season, its legacy is in focus: inspiring during times of triumph, healing during times of tragedy, and reminding us that we are stronger - and more connected - when we listen together. For nearly three decades, Maestro Peter Rubardt has stood at the podium of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, guiding not only performances...
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Wellness
Invest in Your Health
6 Healthy Skincare Tips for ‘26 Article and Photography by Bentley Estell Many of us Floridians may be beach lovers who relish basking in the sun and salty air, but that doesn’t mean we want to look the part when it comes to the long-term damage those days can do to our skin. There’s no doubt we have all seen those people who look as if they’ve spent a few too many long days celebrating on the beach, lounging by the pool, or behind the console of their boat. While that radiant sun-kissed glow...
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Arts + Culture
A Coastal Oasis with Community Spirit
Redefining the Next Chapter at Latitude Margaritaville Watersound Article and Photography by Along the storied Emerald Coast, where white-sand beaches meet turquoise water, a refreshing new community is reimagining what 55+ living looks and feels like. This is Latitude Margaritaville Watersound, where the next chapter isn’t about slowing down, but stepping up to the life you haven’t yet lived. Designed for those who believe the best years are still unfolding, Latitude Margaritaville...
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Sports + Recreation
Play Ball
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos Are On Deck For A Winning 2026 Article by Will Estell | Photography by Pensacola Blue Wahoos If you reside anywhere near Pensacola, and you’re a fan of America’s favorite pastime, you know spring doesn’t just arrive with warmer days and longer sunsets; it arrives with another season of Blue Wahoos baseball. The Pensacola Blue Wahoos’ 2026 season brings another full slate of Double-A action to Community Maritime Park, where the sights and sounds of the ballpark blend...
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Food + Beverage
Spring Into Wine
Upgrade your “Porch Pounder” Playbook Article and Photography by Alex Boykin As temperatures rise, the preferences of many wine drinkers change. It usually starts around Easter and is in full effect by Memorial Day. This is when many wine drinkers cut back on their red wine and reach for the light, white, and refreshing. I have a name for these months: “Porch Pounder Season.” Trust me, it’s not derogatory. As temperatures heat up the human body naturally craves something lighter and...
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Life + Culture
Spring Swinging
Golfing Northwest Florida’s Coast Article by Bentley Estell If you’re a fan of the great game of golf, you are well aware of the advantages of living and playing along our beautiful Gulf Coast. With an abundance of well-designed championship courses stretching along this portion of the Sunshine State, it’s easy to see why amateurs, pros, and even celebrities and well-known business moguls travel great distances to play right in our own backyard. Having a multitude of courses designed by famed...
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