Sports & Leisure

The Wahoo Shootout wrapped up with another year of record fish, further cementing Northeast Florida as a world-class destination for wahoo fishing. The winner this year, Team “Git Witt It,” led by Captain Stewart Witt, set a new tournament record with a massive 318.54-pound, three-fish aggregate, with their biggest fish tipping the scales at 129.26 pounds. (photo submitted)

The Wahoo Shootout wrapped up with another year of record fish, further cementing Northeast Florida as a world-class destination for wahoo fishing. The winner this year, Team “Git Witt It,” led by Captain Stewart Witt, set a new tournament record with a massive 318.54-pound, three-fish aggregate, with their biggest fish tipping the scales at 129.26 pounds. (photo submitted)

Black drum bite has been great

News Staff
Friday, March 31, 2023
The fishing has been incredible the past week, with action from the creeks to the ledge. It’s been breezy with brief windows to get offshore, but the bites have been wide open on the days you could fish.
The Emerald Coast Open includes categories for the most lionfish, largest lionfish and smallest lionfish. (photo submitted)

The Emerald Coast Open includes categories for the most lionfish, largest lionfish and smallest lionfish. (photo submitted)

FWC, Destin–Fort Walton Beach hosting Lionfish Festival

News Staff
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Destin–Fort Walton Beach will celebrate the ninth annual Lionfish Festival May 20 and 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Central Standard Time) at AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar and HarborWalk Village in Destin.

Florida vs. Florida State baseball game postponed

News Staff
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Gator Bowl Sports, along with the University of Florida, Florida State University and ASM Global, have postponed the Sunshine Showdown baseball game at 121 Financial Ballpark due to weather concerns surrounding today’s game. The game will now be played Tuesday, May 2.

Local Freedom Boat Clubs receive top honors

News Staff
Friday, March 24, 2023
Freedom Boat Club Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach and St. Augustine took home top honors at the 2023 Freedom Forum, the company’s annual franchise conference.
Freshman Emily Clapp, senior Dacie Watterson and freshman Tiffany Semack hit five home runs between them. (photo by Merle Watterson)

Freshman Emily Clapp, senior Dacie Watterson and freshman Tiffany Semack hit five home runs between them. (photo by Merle Watterson)

Fletcher softball wins 18-0

News Staff
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Fletcher High School's Varsity Softball team triumphed over Ed White March 21 at home. Three Fletcher players combined to hit five home runs to seal the victory.The final score was 18-0.
A heart-healthy diet includes a high intake of vegetables and fruits.

A heart-healthy diet includes a high intake of vegetables and fruits.

Eight essentials for a healthy heart

News Staff
Monday, March 20, 2023
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States and globally. Studies throughout the past two decades indicate more than 80 percent of all cardiovascular events may be prevented by a healthy lifestyle and management of risk factors.

Oaxaca Club set to open today

News Staff
Monday, March 20, 2023
Food and culture collide at a new upscale dining venue coming soon to Jacksonville Beach. The Oaxaca Club is slated to open today, March 20, in the former Campeche Bay space. The restaurant is located at 131 1st. Ave. N. and features a restaurant, rooftop bar, retail and event spaces.
Scottie Scheffler stands with trophy after his victory at THE PLAYERS. (photo by EVAN O'HARA)

Scottie Scheffler stands with trophy after his victory at THE PLAYERS. (photo by EVAN O'HARA)

Scheffler wins THE PLAYERS

News Staff
Monday, March 20, 2023
Scottie Scheffler earned his sixth tour title with a win at the 2023 THE PLAYERS Championship. The 26-year-old reigning Masters champion and PGA Tour Player of the Year eventually found his stride after a slow start.