Riptide CardCon Brings 210+ Vendors to Fort Walton Beach

Riptide CardCon is bringing more than 210 vendor tables to Fort Walton Beach on October 18. The free event at the Rigdon Center will feature PokΓ©mon TCG, sports cards, memorabilia, local shops and food trucks. Founded by an Air Force veteran, the show will connect collectors, vendors and hobbyists across the Emerald Coast.
OPINION: Moving Forward Does Not Mean Looking Away

“Moving forward requires more than just rhetoric; it demands accountability. True progress in our schools shouldnβt mean abandoning unanswered questions or silencing criticism. By examining public records and ensuring investigative standards are consistently applied, we strengthen our community. Scrutiny isn’t an attackβit’s essential for ethical, transparent leadership.”
Heads up, Freeport: CHELCO’s office is moving!
CHELCO claims its Freeport Member Services Center will move August 25, promising new operational hours at a new site.
Ascension adds lung cancer surgeon in Santa Rosa Beach.
Ascension Sacred Heart claims a new surgeon will “improve access” and offer “minimally invasive treatments” for lung cancer patients in the region.
Basin Alliance changes name, claims expanded mission.
The organization claims its renaming promises enhanced local water protection and increased coordination, pending verification of impact.
Museum announces 9/11 βHistory Sandwiched-Inβ program.
The Heritage Museum claims its “History Sandwiched-In” event, commemorating September 11th, is not to be missed.
Marianna Man Sentenced to 45 Months in Drug Conspiracy Case.

Federal prosecutors claim a Marianna man received a 45-month sentence for alleged drug conspiracy.
Officials Confirm Local West Nile Virus Case in Walton County.

DOH-Walton claims a confirmed local human West Nile virus case, spurring prevention efforts.