Nicole Willis

Raising backyard chickens has skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years, and for good reason. With rising egg prices and a growing interest in self-sufficiency, many are embracing the hobby. Backyard chickens provide a way to enjoy fresh, nutrient-rich eggs while also contributing to a more sustainable lifestyle. Though keeping backyard chickens may seem simple, it requires proper planning, care and commitment.

Calling all bookworms and bibliophiles! Pensacola’s Books By the Bay Festival (BBB) is back for its second year of reading, writing and literary entertainment in historic downtown Pensacola. Hosted by Emerald Coast Writers (ECW), this annual outdoor festival brings authors, readers and book lovers together in an engaging family-friendly atmosphere. The inaugural BBB Festival was held in 2024, with more than 1,100 authors and literary lovers in attendance.

A uniquely eerie attraction has recently opened in Pensacola—The Museum of Shadows (MoS). The MoS is a haunted museum exhibiting a massive collection of artifacts from around the world. From possessed Ouija boards and creepy dolls to clowns, religious items and more, the MoS has something to pique the interest of anyone interested in the dark and unusual. Nate Raterman, curator and owner of the Museum of Shadows, has spent more than two decades working in demonology and paranormal investigation.