Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast welcomes back Dr. Thomas Johnson, increasing access to cancer care
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: October 29, 2025 Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast welcomes back Dr. Thomas Johnson, increasing access to cancer care PANAMA CITY, Fla. – We are grateful to have Thomas Johnson, MD, medical oncologist and hematologist, back at Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center in Santa Rosa Beach. Dr. Johnson started back full-time on Wednesday, October 1. Dr. Johnson has been with Ascension for more than 14 years. He joins the team with Mark DeLeon, MD and Heather
Tom Glavine’s Field of Dreams Golf Outing Raises $200,000 to Advance Educational Innovation and Workforce Development in Walton County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tom Glavine’s Field of Dreams Golf Outing Raises $200,000 to Advance Educational Innovation and Workforce Development in Walton County Santa Rosa Beach, FL [October 16, 2025] – The greens of Camp Creek Golf Course in Inlet Beach were alive with friendly competition, community spirit, and purpose as golfers teed-off for a cause that’s transforming the future of education in Walton County. The 5th Annual Tom Glavine’s Field of Dreams Golf Outing, held on Monday, October 13,
Walton Area Chamber’s 2025 Fall Golf Classic Tees Off at Exclusive Camp Creek Golf Course
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:Megan HarrisonPresident and CEOWalton Area Chamber of Commerceceo@WaltonAreaChamber.com Walton Area Chamber’s 2025 Fall Golf Classic Tees Off at Exclusive Camp Creek Golf CourseSanta Rosa Beach, FL (October 2025) – The Walton Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Fall Golf Classic will take place on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the private and highly sought-after Camp Creek Golf Course at Watersound Club. This annual tournament is one of the Chamber’s
Business Law Basics: How to Protect Your Startup, Avoid Lawsuits, and Stay Compliant
Launching a business is thrilling — but the legal landscape beneath that excitement is complex and unforgiving. A single missed form or misunderstood regulation can stall growth or expose you to liabilities that linger long after you start operating. This guide breaks down the essential legal steps every entrepreneur must take before launch, while showing how to sidestep the most common early-stage legal traps. 1. Establishing the Legal Backbone of Your Business Before drafting your first contract
California Closets Emerald Coast Donates $20,000 Grant to Four Deserving Organizations Across the Gulf Coast
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE California Closets Emerald Coast Donates $20,000 Grant to Four Deserving Organizations Across the Gulf Coast October 7, 2025 – In the spirit of giving back, California Closets Emerald Coast, in partnership with their Showrooms in Santa Rosa Beach and New Orleans, is proud to announce a donation of $20,000 in custom storage solutions across four deserving organizations along the Gulf Coast. The entire effort is part of the California Closets Emerald Coast’s Community Giveback
Visual Branding Strategies Every Small Business Needs for Building Trust
Establishing trust with customers goes beyond offering quality products or services. The visual representation of a business, or its branding, plays a critical role in gaining customer confidence and loyalty. It's not just about picking the right colors or designing a logo; it's about creating a lasting impression that conveys reliability, professionalism, and authenticity. Here are several key tips on how small business owners can effectively build trust through visual branding. Consistency Across All
The Right Time to Train: When Staff Development Becomes a Strategic Priority
Every business hits a crossroads: keep pace with the same talent or build up the skills within. It's not always clear when to pour resources into staff development, but the wrong call can keep a team stagnant or send a budget spiraling. Training and education for employees can be transformative—if timed right and done with purpose. Before booking that online course or offsite seminar, the real work lies in reading the room, understanding the gaps, and choosing formats that actually stick. Growth Stalls
How Small Business Owners Can Thrive Together
There’s a certain alchemy that happens when two small businesses decide to link arms. It’s not just about splitting costs or widening reach—it’s about building something better than either could do alone. But collaboration takes more than enthusiasm and handshakes; it demands alignment, clarity, and a touch of humility. Successful partnerships among small business owners are entirely within reach, but only if approached with the right mindset, tools, and communication. Shared Purpose Beats Shared
How Business Owners Can Choose the Right Pros to Drive Sales and Marketing
Growing a business is a messy, caffeinated grind that demands decisions faster than you can second-guess them. Among the trickiest calls? Figuring out which outside professionals to trust with your sales and marketing. You can have a great product, a passionate story, a killer team—but if the people guiding your outreach strategy don't get it, you’re toast. That’s why choosing the right external help is less about price or flash and more about fit, context, and traction. Trust Chemistry Over
Crafting a Clear Path to Achieve Your Business Goals
Embarking on a business venture demands more than just enthusiasm; it requires a strategic approach to defining clear objectives. As an entrepreneur, setting precise goals is essential for steering your business toward success. This involves understanding your market, crafting a compelling brand narrative, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. By focusing on these critical areas, you lay a strong foundation for your business, positioning it for growth and sustainability.Defining
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Walton County, FL Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. Read more for details on how this may impact your business in the future. 1. Determine if
