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Surgeons (ACS), a scientifi c and educational
association that improves the quality of care
for surgical patients. It is now one of only
seven ACS-verifi ed Level II Trauma Centers
in Florida. Five of the seven are HCA (parent
company of FWBMC) facilities.
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center’s
trauma center now enters the second phase
of the approval process with the state’s health
department. Final designation from the state
should be received within the month. At that
time, we will host the community at an event
where the name and signage are revealed.
The announcement from ACS was made
to employees today at Fort Walton Beach
Medical Center (FWBMC). “We thank all
the physicians, employees, fi rst responders,
and community leaders who helped make
this achievement possible”, stated Mitch
Mongell, CEO of Fort Walton Beach Medical
Center. “We are proud to be the ONLY Level
II Trauma Center in the Tri-County area.
A trauma center is a state-verifi ed facility
capable of specialized treatment for the most
critical injuries. This is truly a great asset for
our community.”
More Shopping Options at Destin
Commons
Destin Commons announced the opening
of four more new retail launches at their
premier outdoor lifestyle center in Northwest
Florida. Coastal Outfi tters, Extreme Sports
Fan and Munika Karim are now open and Sea
& Sand Jewelry will open in mid-April.
Coastal Outfi tters was founded by Ryan
Rasinen and is headquartered in Spanish
Fort, Alabama. Coastal Outfi tters specializes
in carrying the fi nest selection of premium
coastal, outdoor gear and casual lifestyle
apparel and accessories.
Xtreme SportsFan is home to a wide
collection of collectibles of team merchandise
for the NFL, NBA, Nascar, MLB, NHL,
NCAA and collegiate sports memorabilia.
Energetic owner, Fabulous Fred, is pleased
with his new location and offers team branded
sporting goods apparel.
Munika Karim, showcases a collection of
beautifully crafted custom jewelry handmade
by owner, Munika Karim, who specializes
in exquisite pearls and fi ne leather necklaces,
bracelets and earrings.
Sea & Sand Jewelry will be offering
another jewelry option for shoppers with the
opening of their kiosk location in Center Plaza
by the pop fountains. Owners William and
Emily Kelly will be showcasing several lines
of jewelry.
Award-winning Destin Commons is
anchored by Bass Pro Shops, Belk, H&M,
Uncle Buck’s Fishbowl & Grill, the largest
Lush in Florida and AMC Destin, a
14-screen stadium style movie theatre.
Destin Commons also offers 70,000 square
feet of Class A offi ce space, free WiFi access,
interactive pop fountain and Pirate’s Cove
children’s soft play area. Destin Commons is
located at the corner of US Highway 98 and
the Mid Bay Bridge Road.
For additional information, call (850)
337-8700. visit www.DestinCommons.com,
Facebook or Twitter.
The YOLO Board Relay Series
Returns to The Bay for 10th
Anniversary
YOLO Board Adventures will host the
10th installment of the YOLO Board Relay
Series, a three-part standup paddleboard
(SUP) race series and family event on May
18, June 15 and July 20. The celebrated
community event series will return to The Bay
restaurant with races held on the beautiful
Choctawhatchee Bay. The themed races will
include giveaways, live music, refreshments
and kids’ activities.
One of the pioneer SUP events on the
Northwest Florida Gulf Coast, the YOLO
Board Relay Series has expanded and evolved
as the sport’s popularity has grown across
the area. This year’s edition will feature team
relay-style competition in three recreational
divisions: men’s, women’s and coed along
with the return of a division dedicated to
Special Olympics Florida-Walton County
athletes.
Defi ned by a lighthearted and festive
atmosphere, the series allows participants
of all skill levels to enjoy being on the water
and offers the perfect venue for spectators to
relax and cheer on their favorite teams. The
Bay offers a picturesque sandy beach along
the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay with
seating and refreshments readily available.
Signature 10th Anniversary 5-shirts will
be available for purchase at each race, and
all racers receive a swag bag that includes a
t-shirt.
Each race series will begin at 4:30pm at The
Bay, located at 24215 US Highway 331S,
Santa Rosa Beach. For more information
please call 850-424-6852 or email info@
YOLOBoard.com.
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