Everyone looks forward to tomatoes. We can’t wait for the peaches and corn. Some of us even get excited about zucchini. But who gets pumped for kohlrabi? Anyone?It doesn’t help that a kohlrabi plant looks like a snake that recently swallowed a beach ball. The edible part is the swollen section of stem, which tastes… … Read More
Spring
Spring tonic: Getting back to nature and back to eating greens
“I think I write the way I do because of a vitamin deficiency. I don’t eat any vegetables. I just eat meat and potatoes. I think I’m trying to make up in my songwriting what I lack in vitamins.” – John PrineIf he didn’t already know what a spring tonic is, John Prine was the… … Read More
Spring refresh: Home improvement that will refresh your spirit
SPRING FORECAST: Increasing sun and warmth, no matter what’s happening in the news. And we also forecast that you’ll be spending a lot of time at home this season. That means now more than ever you want your home to be good-looking, inviting and safe.Spring home improvement is always a spirit lifter. And since coronavirus-related social distancing… … Read More
Spring home improvement that will refresh your spirit
SPRING FORECAST: Increasing sun and warmth, no matter what’s happening in the news. And we also forecast that you’ll be spending a lot of time at home this season. That means now more than ever you want your home to be good-looking, inviting and safe.Get the full article at https://www.networx.com/article/spring-home- […] … Read More
FWBHS spring musical to channel rom-com ‘The Wedding Singer’
Christa Whittaker has more wedding dresses in the costume shop than the Fort Walton Beach High School theater department could ever need.The theater director decided to put the gowns to good use for the students’ spring musical, “The Wedding Singer.” The plot is based on the 1998 movie set in 1985, “The Wedding Singer,” starring… … Read More
Spring festivals you won’t want to miss
Let spring festivals commence.Check out the variety of music, food and arts festivals in Northwest Florida this season. Marvel of FlightWhen: March 29-30Where: DeFuniak Springs Airport, 1931 U.S. Highway 90, DeFuniak SpringsCost: Free admissionMore information: MarvelOfFlight.comThe DeFuniak Springs Airport will host its ninth annual Marvel of Flight, a two-day event where pilots fly their beautiful, vintage… … Read More
Spring break ideas for families, students, couples and singles
Spend spring break your way.While not everyone gets a spring break, it doesn’t mean you can’t pretend. We compiled a list of spring activity and event ideas for families, college students, couples and singles. FOR FAMILIESGo see Emerald Coast Theatre Co.’s “Around the World in 80 Days.”Take your family on a journey with Emerald Coast Theatre… … Read More