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The Power of a Well-Built Media Kit for Local Businesses
For many Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce members, visibility isn’t just about being seen—it’s about being understood quickly and accurately by the people who matter. A media kit helps achieve that by giving journalists, partners, and community stakeholders a clear snapshot of who you are and why your work matters. Learn below about: What a media kit contains and why it matters How it strengthens public relations and media relationships Ways it increases visibility across local and regional
Baptist Medical Group Primary Care – Nine Mile Welcomes Elliott Sharon, M.D.
Pensacola, FLA. (Jan. 21, 2026) – Baptist Medical Group is pleased to welcome physician Elliott Sharon, M.D., to its multispecialty physician network. Dr. Sharon is board certified in family medicine and offers quality, convenient care to patients at Baptist Medical Group Primary Care – Nine Mile. Dr. Sharon has over 15 years of diverse health care experience working in hospitals, clinics and private practices. He received his medical degree from Ross University in Bridgetown, Barbados. He completed his
Baptist Medical Group Opens New Primary Care Clinic in Milton
MILTON, Fla. (Jan. 16, 2026) — Baptist Medical Group’s new primary care clinic at 4244 Avalon Blvd., Milton, Florida, is now open. Board-certified physician Gurwinder Kaur, M.D., and the experienced care team will provide compassionate, high-quality care to the community. The location expands convenient access to trusted health care for families across Santa Rosa County. Appointments are available. “We’re excited to bring Baptist’s trusted care to the Milton community,” said Dr. Kaur. “Our team is
SANTA ROSA TEACHER OF THE YEAR 1/20/2026
Dayna HoodMilton High Santa Rosa County – Santa Rosa Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Barber, Santa Rosa School Board Members, and members of the Santa Rosa Education Foundation announced Dayna Hood as the Santa Rosa Teacher of the Year 2027 during a surprise visit this morning. Dayna is an English Language Arts teacher at Milton High School and in her 6th year of teaching. Dayna is Santa Rosa’s nominee for the Florida Department of Education Teacher of the Year 2027. The Florida Teacher of the
Baptist Medical Group – Ladies First OBGYN Welcomes Leslie Sanders, M.D.
Pensacola, FLA. (Jan. 15, 2026) – Baptist Medical Group is pleased to welcome back physician Leslie Sanders, M.D., to its multispecialty physician network. Dr. Sanders specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, offering personalized, compassionate care to patients at Baptist Medical Group – Ladies First OBGYN.Dr. Sanders received her medical degree from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Beaumont Health System in Royal Oak, Michigan.
ANNOUNCING: FINALISTS for SANTA ROSA TEACHER OF THE YEAR 1/14/2026
Santa Rosa County, FL – Santa Rosa Education Foundation has announced the three finalists selected from five semifinalists for Santa Rosa Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to Audra Hughes, Avalon Middle, Bayleigh Upton, Jay High, Dayna Hood, Milton High. The SREF Teacher of the Year Selection Committee, which consists of administrators, business and community leaders, parents, and previous Santa Rosa Teachers of the Year, will observe the finalists in their classrooms and conduct interviews before
: ANNOUNCING: SEMIFINALISTS for SANTA ROSA TEACHER OF THE 1/7/2026
Santa Rosa County, FL – Santa Rosa Education Foundation has announced the five semifinalists selected from 37 school nominees for Santa Rosa Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to Audra Hughes, Avalon Middle, Earle McAuley, Gulf Breeze High, Bayleigh Upton, Jay High, Dayna Hood, Milton High, Dawn Kaunike, Santa Rosa High & Adult. The SREF Teacher of the Year Selection Committee, which consists of administrators, business and community leaders, parents, and previous Santa Rosa Teachers of the Year, will
Building Trust Through Visual Branding: A Guide for Gulf Breeze Small Businesses
Local businesses in the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce community rely heavily on trust—customers choose familiar, reliable brands they believe will deliver. Visual branding is one of the fastest ways to signal that trust. A polished, consistent visual identity makes your business feel established, stable, and easy to recognize across all the places customers encounter you.In brief: Create a recognizable look people remember Use visuals that reflect your values and personality Maintain
Rewriting the Playbook: How Local Brands Win by Anticipating What’s Next
The idea that only big players can ride the wave of change is quickly fading. For small businesses, the coming shift in marketing isn’t a threat—it’s a doorway. The right mindset and a willingness to adapt can transform a local shop or niche brand into a standout name. What once felt like a scramble to keep up can now become a strategy to lead from the front. Lead with Culture, Not Just Product People don’t buy products—they join stories. As consumers lean into values and identity when they make
