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🌱 Planning to go? Here’s what to know before the Destin boat show.

Good morning Destin! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Planning to go? Here’s what to know before the Destin boat show.
  • Former Destin Middle principal steps into powerful new district HR role.
  • Destin vacation turns tragic as Florida surgeon faces manslaughter charge

Also on today's calendar: 4 Hours Happy Hour Cruise and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 78, low: 68.
  • Sunday: Windy with sun and clouds, with a high of 73 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Destin Boat & Yacht Show: Your guide to the first-ever event (nwfdailynews.com) — Destin-area boaters can mark their calendars for the first Destin Boat & Yacht Show, running May 1–3 at Sunset Isle Yacht Club on Okaloosa Island. Expect more than 300 boats, local dealers, on-the-water gear vendors, food, drinks, and discounted admission for military members, with free entry for kids under 12 and free parking.
   

2. Niceville High principal lands top HR role with Okaloosa schools (niceville.com) — Destin families may recognize new Okaloosa schools HR director Charlie Marello from his successful tenure leading Destin Middle School, where the campus kept its A+ rating. After later guiding Niceville High to the same distinction, he’s now been promoted to oversee human resources for the entire district, bringing long experience in Northwest Florida education.
   

3. Florida doctor who removed wrong organ charged with manslaughter (wonderwall.com) — A tragic medical case with statewide implications began while an Alabama couple was vacationing at their condo in Destin, when the husband developed pain and sought treatment at a nearby hospital. Prosecutors now allege his Florida surgeon removed the wrong organ, leading to the man’s death and a manslaughter indictment, raising serious questions about surgical oversight and patient safety.
   

4. Mary Esther Elementary teacher surprised with new HVAC system from We Care for 31 years of dedication (getthecoast.com) — An Okaloosa County teacher with 31 years of service, most at Mary Esther Elementary, was surprised with a brand-new home A/C system during a faculty meeting. Local business We Care A/C, district leaders, and School Board Member Parker Destin joined in recognizing her long dedication to students and the wider school community.
   

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★ Featured events ★

    Saturday April 18
  • Alvarado Road Show
    LuLu's Destin, 4607 Legendary Marina Dr, Destin
    5:00 pm

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Ok Destin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Destin

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Destin

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.