FPL To Ask For Largest Rate Increase Ever
Florida Power & Light plans to request new electricity rates for 2026-2029, citing the need for continued investment in infrastructure and clean energy while maintaining reliability. The proposed adjustments would increase residential bills by an average of 2.5% annually but remain below the national average.
Restaurant Paradis’ Annual Wine Dinner Raises $17,500 for Local Charity
Restaurant Paradis’ ninth annual Prohibition Repeal Wine Dinner in Rosemary Beach raised $17,500 for the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, supporting children’s charities in Northwest Florida.
Some of the World’s Greatest Musical Artists Are Giving A Free Concert in Niceville January 17, 2025
World-class musicians, including Alon Goldstein and acclaimed acts like Amit Peled’s Cello Gang, Eleni Katz, Neo-Art Piano Duo, and Medhelan Duo, will perform a series of free concerts across Florida’s Emerald Coast next week. Organized by the Emerald Coast Music Alliance, the program aims to bring classical music to underserved communities, with two public performances scheduled for January 16 at the Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium and January 17 at Crosspoint Church in Niceville, both at 6 p.m.
Café Thirty-A Raises Record $81,000 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton
Café Thirty-A’s Annual Christmas Charity Ball raised $81,000 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton, supporting food and financial aid programs for local families.
Here’s How Local High School Alums Did With Their College Football Teams This Year:
From high school standouts to college game-changers, discover the local athletes making waves on the gridiron in 2024!
Nathan Nelson Drops of Out of Race to Replace Matt Gaetz in Congress
Nathan Nelson, an Air Force veteran and advocate for veterans, announced the end of his congressional campaign, pledging support for Jimmy Patronis and highlighting his dedication to Northwest Florida’s military mission.
This Organization Just Donated Almost $2 Million to Local Nonprofits:
This local organization will give $1.9 Million to non profits around the Okaloosa County area.
Matt Gaetz Resigned… Now What? How We Elect A New Representative:
Matt Gaetz is no longer the representative for Northwest Florida. But there’s almost half a year until we will have someone representing the Emerald Coast in Congress again. Here’s how the process will work and who wants to be your next congressperson.
Steve Schutt: The Mortgage Hack For Active Duty And Vets to Save $1,000s on their Mortgage in Okaloosa
Steve Schutt, a loan officer at Movement Mortgage, suggests this strategy to help homebuyers save on monthly payments without needing sellers to drop home prices.
Local Hospital Named Among Nation’s Best
Sacred Heart hospitals in Pensacola and Emerald Coast have been named among Florida’s best by Newsweek!
