Merlot or chablis?
     Verde staff and owner Chris Green, center, served a full house for a Gulf Breeze Chamber after hours event co-hosted by Appriver LLC. and Gridsouth Network. Pasta, unique wines and a red pepper bisque wowed the crowd that turned out to network last Thursday.
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Corrections:
      In the Nov. 15 issue of the Gulf Breeze News, the Regional Organized Crime Information Center (ROIC) was incorrectly named the Registry of Organized Crime Information Center (ROCIC). Also in the Nov.
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Baker County mystery creature may be fox squirrel
      The speculation about the mystery creature in Baker County is running rampant. Stories run the gamut from an escaped ape to a juvenile "big foot," according to media reports. However, according to officials with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), there may be another exp...
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Sunset over the Sound
     Boat docks on Soundview Trail Drive are almost in silhouette as the autumn sun sinks into the horizon.Weather experts are predicting another beautiful, mild weekend, perfect for outdoor decorating.
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A party with a purpose
     The Beach Bunko Babes (BBBs) recently hosted a "Pink Bunko". Instead of the traditional Bunko prizes, the hostess, Mary Dunne, made a donation for Breast Cancer Research. All enjoyed a wonderful evening and funds were raised for a great cause. The BBBs have been together over ten years and are compr...
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'Season of light' starts Saturday
      Get out your garland and untangle those Christmas lights as Pensacola Beach gets into the island spirit for the holidays. It's time for businesses and residents to show their indomitable spirit and celebrate the season.
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Sandshaker hosts Thanksgiving potluck Thursday
      Bring your favorite dish to share as the Sandshaker Bar & Grill hosts its annual Thanksgiving potluck on Thursday. The turkey is provided. "It's an ongoing thing every year," said Sandshaker owner Sonny Campbell. Two fried turkeys will be on hand to accompany the leftovers anyone wants to share ...
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Fireworks planned for New Year's Eve on Pensacola Beach
      The Spirit of the Season will go out with a bang, if Nan Harper has anything to do with it. She's soliciting funds to help produce a New Year's Eve fireworks display at the Casino Beach Parking lot. Potential sponsors are asked to contact Harper at Island Realty, 916-7188 or her cell phone, 293-9...
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Casting Nets
Sharing our gifts just feels good
      Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! Almost everywhere we turn, we can see signs, news and TV newscasts, reminding us of the needs of those around us and encouraging us to support those good causes. Because of our responses, numerous persons and families will have food and warmth for their Thanksgiving.
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