Floridiana Magazine

Carrabelle, Florida: Get Hooked

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 13:30:06 +0000

Carrabelle. A quaint little town on U.S. 98 along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. It’s a town most folks drive through to get to Apalachicola or St. George Island. But for those who choose to venture off the main road, there’s a town full of history, some unique attractions, a beautiful beach, and a fisherman’s paradise –...

Havana: Florida’s Friendliest Small Town

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 22:46:13 +0000

From its heyday as a major shade tobacco producer to its popularity for antiques and vintage collectable shops, Havana is one of those small Florida towns that exudes southern charm. A walk through the museum, the shops, or a stop in one of the local restaurants provide visitors with personal experiences of why Havana is...

Lloyd and its Historic Railroad Depot

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 17:03:09 +0000

Tucked away in Jefferson County, about a mile south of Interstate 10 on State Road 59 is a small town with a population of 140. Lloyd may not be a booming metropolis now but imagine a time when it was a bustling agricultural center. At the heart of that activity was the Lloyd Depot, now...

The Harvey Trucks | May They Rust in Peace

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 15:00:15 +0000

Driving through smaller towns can reap big benefits – whether it’s a quaint Mom and Pop restaurant, a once-majestic old home left to the elements, or a roadside honey stand still operating on the honor system. And then there are those finds that, at first glance, only seem suited as photo opportunities, yet in the...

“Old Pisgah” | Pisgah United Methodist Church

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:30:35 +0000

Next to the home, the church played an integral role in old Florida history, serving as the foundation for faith and fellowship. Getting to church often took several hours, as members had to travel on foot or by horse. For that reason, Sundays at the church were more than just services. They were all day...