Post Views: 812 Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, Lynyrd Skynyrd Still Headlining Three-Day Festival (Nashville, Tennessee…) The 8th Annual Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam was set for September 4-6, 2020 at Frank Brown Park in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida, but increasing Coronavirus numbers nationwide have forced organizers to move this year’s event to March 26-28, 2021. […]
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Post Views: 659 Largest Attraction in Pier Park promises to be the best place to work this season SKYWHEEL PANAMA CITY BEACH, Panama City Beach, FL, July 16, 2020 – The area’s full entertainment venue in Pier Park is looking to hire energetic, friendly, enthusiastic people with excellent guest service and communication skills to ensure […]
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Post Views: 656 ** Update Found. Home. WCSO SEEKING INFORMATION REGARDING WHEREABOUTS OF DEFUNIAK SPRINGS TEEN July 14, 2020 WALTON COUNTY, Fla— A DeFuniak Springs teenager left his home in June and now Walton County Sheriff’s Office and his family are asking the public’s help to locate him. Michael Bradley Congo, 16, has been missing […]
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Post Views: 749 Main Street DeFuniak Springs Announces New Executive Director DeFuniak Springs, Florida • July 9, 2020 — Main Street DeFuniak Springs announced Chelsea Blaich (Bl-ake) as its new Executive Director this week. The board of director’s voted unanimously for Blaich at their meeting held Wednesday, July 1. Along with over eight years of […]
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Post Views: 827 Alaqua Announces ‘Empty the Shelters’ Event Taking Place This Weekend, Sponsored by BISSELL PET FOUNDATION Freeport, FL Alaqua Animal Refuge is participating in BISSELL Pet Foundation’s (BPF) Empty the Shelters event this weekend, July 10-12, with reduced adoption fees for dogs and kittens of only $25. Over 160 BPF shelter and rescue […]
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Post Views: 603 Bijoux Among 2,289 Award of Excellence Winners; Full 2020 Dining Guide Revealed in Wine Spectator’s August Issue MIRAMAR BEACH, FLA. Bijoux Restaurant + Spirits has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2020 Restaurant Awards. The restaurant is recognized among other winners from all over the globe as […]
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Post Views: 835 When Farm and Fire opened in 2019 it took off quickly and gained an instant customer base, fusing local Southern favorites with robust flavors from 800-degree coal burning ovens. The pizzeria and the Speakeasy are both well-loved, filling a need for a big city feel with local roots. During the Covid-19 pandemic […]
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Post Views: 931 Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar is now open for lunch. The lunch menu is offered Wednesday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pescado’s lunch menu features thoughtfully prepared dishes by Chef Ken Duenas. Guests can enjoy items such as an Italian Duck Breast Cobb Salad, Maryland Crabcake, Chef’s Duck […]
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Post Views: 1,003 On Wednesday, June 24, Destin Water Users, Inc. (DWU) celebrated the completion of their newest water tower, Tower 5, with a valve turning ceremony honoring all of the companies and individuals who worked on the project. Located at 719 Forest Street, the celebration brought together representatives from each company who played a […]
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Post Views: 886 BRIAN KELLEY OF FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE AND YOLO DONATE 15 ELECTRIC BIKES TO WCSO SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla— Walton County Sheriff’s Office received a special donation Monday, by way of a country music star and a local business. Country Music Singer Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line and his wife Brittney Kelley […]
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Post Views: 1,087 Contact: Cappy Kidd, cappykidd7@gmail.com, 773-509-9360 Family fights back against Developer’s land grab Is a developer entitled to a private driveway on other people’s land when he has legal access to US Highway 98? The neighbors say NO! The Kidd family, among the first settlers of Inlet Beach, asks for support to defend […]
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Post Views: 620 SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL, — June 20th marks the 7th anniversary for Redd’s Fueling Station restaurant. Redd will be the Singing Bartender that Saturday night, singing song requests based on “British Invasion” artists and bands. ”Hard to believe it’s been 7 years already, but here we are, said Redd. It is going […]
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Post Views: 724 Back Beach Barbecue Celebrates Three Years in Business PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. – On Wednesday, June 24, Back Beach Barbecue will celebrate their three-year anniversary. Due to continued precautions surrounding the spread of COVID-19, the Bay County restaurant will celebrate the occasion by opening up their dining room and outdoor patio, where […]
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Post Views: 917 Fort Walton Beach, FLA, June 9, 2020 – United Way Emerald Coast released their third phase of grant money totaling $70,000 to 15 local non-profit organizations in Okaloosa and Walton counties from their COVID-19 Relief fund. Since United Way began the COVID-19 relief grant process, they have provided a total of $140,000 […]
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Post Views: 911 Emerald Coast Magazine Opens Voting for 2020 “Best of the Emerald Coast Voting for Emerald Coast Magazine’s 2020 Best of the Emerald Coast has officially begun. The ballot for this year’s award can be found online or in the June/July 2020 issue of Emerald Coast Magazine. Now in its 21-year anniversary, Rowland […]
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Post Views: 863 Governor Ron DeSantis Rolls Out Phase 2: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Florida’s move into Phase 2 of his Safe. Smart. Step-By-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery. Phase 2 applies to all counties in Florida except Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties beginning Friday, June 5, 2020. Please find details below: Restaurants, Bars, […]
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Post Views: 675 <iframe width=”560″ height=”315″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/KHBliwT_hZo” frameborder=”0″ allow=”accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture” allowfullscreen></iframe> In this episode, we are joined by attorney Chip Merlin, president of the Merlin Law Group, to provide the nuggets of knowledge about how to file a claim on your Business Interruption policy. Chip has dedicated his career and created his […]
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Post Views: 743 MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (June 2, 2020) – Marlin Grill, located in the Village of Baytowne Wharf, gifted over $6,000 to their employees including bussers, servers, and bartenders during the wake of COVID-19 through tips from delivery and take-out orders. After closing their dining room and outdoor patio area, the restaurant offered a limited menu […]
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Post Views: 612 SKYWHEEL PANAMA CITY BEACH, Panama City Beach, FL, June 2, 2020 – For nearly three months during this closure, SkyWheel Panama City Beach has been closely monitoring the conditions of COVID-19, while following the guidance from national, state and local authorities. With the State of Florida’s approval, SkyWheel Panama City Beach is […]
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Post Views: 793 The Emeril Lagasse Foundation announces grants to support youth organizations, families of hospitality industry workers, and community meals. NEW ORLEANS, La. – Emeril Lagasse Foundation announced today that it is awarding $500,000 in grants to provide vital support to nonprofit organizations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. In a multi-tiered relief response, the […]
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Post Views: 779 #critters #raccoon #pests Owl Alert UltraSound Critter Repellant with FREE Pocket Hose 1-800-503-5213 You put a lot of TLC into your garden, but those pesky critters act like it’s the tastiest smorgasbord on the block. Easily target those pests without pesticides with Owl Alert™, the realistic owl statue that targets animals with […]
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Post Views: 717 EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY RESUMES IN-PERSON ON-SITE SUMMER CAMP 2020 PROGRAMS IN MIRAMAR BEACH, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS AND PANAMA CITY ECTC activates CDC safety protocol plan Miramar Beach, Fla. Emerald Coast Theatre Company re-opens its doors for Summer Camp 2020. In addition to the online Summer Camp programs now underway, ECTC has released […]
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Post Views: 583 #loseweight #slimcycle #diet http://30a.tv Slim Cycle is the revolutionary new fitness bike that delivers a cardio blast workout with a complete upper body sculpting system, for a full body workout in one dynamic comfortable machine. Pedal your way to a slimmer you in no time. It’s the utlimate 2-in-1 workout combining cardio […]
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Post Views: 760 Grayton Beach State Park, located in the panhandle of Florida, is a magnificent natural wonder that draws thousands of visitors every year. Spanning over 2,000 acres of land, Grayton Beach State Park was established in 1968 and has become a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, […]
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Post Views: 967 Panama City Beach Short-Term Rentals to Reopen on May 19 -Bay County Executes Full Phase 1- PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla., May 19, 2020 – Bay County’s safety plan has officially been approved by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations, allowing visitors to occupy short-term vacation rentals in Panama City Beach […]
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Post Views: 906 WALTON COUNTY BCC APPROVES LIFTING OF SHORT-TERM RENTAL BAN During the Emergency Meeting held on Tuesday, May 19th, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to lift the short-term rental ban immediately under the guidelines approved by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The Short-term Rental Requirements are as follows: Walton County […]
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Post Views: 1,029 Grayton Beer Company Announces New COO Santa Rosa Beach, Florida • May 19, 2020 — Today, Grayton Beer Company announced new leadership of its 30,000 square foot production facility, located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Jamey Price has left his role as President of Grayton Beer Company to pursue other endeavors. Stepping […]
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Post Views: 1,916 The Island Ft. Walton Destin by Hotel RL Completes $15 Million Property-Wide Transformation Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Originally built in 1966 with just 100 rooms, Okaloosa Island’s iconic beachfront hotel has completely transformed following a $15+ million renovation. Since January of 2018, The Island, by Hotel RL has been in the midst […]
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Post Views: 560 Walton County Drive-Thru Testing Site Conducts 465 Collections in South Walton On Thursday, May 14th, the Department of Health – Walton, along with numerous partners, hosted their first of 4 COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing days. The testing began at 9:00 am at Van R. Butler Elementary School in South Walton just south of […]
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Post Views: 1,013 Love Animals? A Florida Animal Shelter Hosts a Virtual Online Show in the Their Honor Premieres Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm CST As COVID-19 creates a new normal throughout the United States, a Florida animal shelter puts a new spin on fundraising to keep their doors open, operations alive, and save […]
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Post Views: 828 Alaqua Animal Refuge Announces ‘Rescue Me’ — A Unique and Exclusive Online Virtual Fundraiser Alaqua Animal Refuge announced today that it will host its new virtual fundraising event, ‘Rescue Me,’ on Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm (CST)with special celebrity guest appearances and video surprises. Working with some of the top production teams […]
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Post Views: 923 Walton County BCC Opens Beach Vending; Institutes Burn Ban During today’s Walton County Board of County Commissioners regular meeting, the BCC took several actions directly relating to the public. The County passed resolution 2020-42 which extends the Local State of Emergency. As part of this approval, the BCC has reopened beach vending […]
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Post Views: 874 Henderson Park Inn is set to reopen to the public on Friday, May 15. The team behind the Inn has worked diligently to create a new set of procedures in order to better protect their guests and employees. Henderson Park Inn closed its doors on March 21 due to the heightened concern […]
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Post Views: 899 Support Matrix COC’s Ongoing COVID-19 and Wildfire Recovery Efforts Since 2011, the Matrix COC (Community Outreach Center) a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, has been dedicated to improving the physical, mental and spiritual well-being of the men, women and children within Walton County. The Matrix has been able to provide individuals and families throughout […]
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Post Views: 900 The Premier Property Group (PPG) proudly announces Alyssa Walker has joined the company as Vice President of Marketing. In this role, Walker will spearhead all marketing functions for The Premier Property Group, including creating, implementing, and monitoring marketing strategies for both the company and all agents, commercial and residential. As part of […]
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Post Views: 821 The Bay Reopens May 6 – Reservation Only and Curbside Pickup Today, May 6, The Bay restaurant at the foot of the 331 bridge in South Walton is reopening. The Bay will ONLY be taking reservations and only of parties of 8 or less (walk-ins are not able to be seated). The […]
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Post Views: 1,304 After almost two months of being closed, the popular gulf view restaurant in Rosemary Beach, Pescado, will reopen with regular business hours on May 7, but will follow the governor’s guidelines of 25% capacity inside and tables six feet apart on the outside deck. Reservations are required for inside seating, but aren’t […]
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Post Views: 612 Graduating student senior photo banners for all at South Walton High Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, high school graduations for students across the country and the globe have been cancelled, including the graduation ceremonies for seniors right here in Santa Rosa Beach at South Walton High. In a gesture of kindness […]
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Post Views: 849 Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, Lynyrd Skynyrd To Lead Incredible Lineup #countryonthecoast #gulfcoastjam #countrymusic #LaborDay (Nashville, Tennessee…) – May 5, 2020 – Organizers of the Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam spread some good cheer this morning, when they announced the headliners of the 8th annual Country On The Coast festival in beautiful Panama City […]
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Post Views: 734 Beach Walk Café Reopens Thursday, May 7 Beach Walk Café, located within Henderson Park Inn, will reopen to the public on Thursday, May 7, for take-out and delivery service. Take-out and delivery services will be available daily from 3-8:30 p.m. On Friday, May 8, Beach Walk Café will then open their dining […]
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Post Views: 993 Spell Restaurant Group to Open all of Their Restaurants on the Coast Monday, May 4 The Spell Restaurant Group will be reopening all six of their restaurants in Florida on Monday, May 4. Below you will find details for each. Each establishment will follow guidelines set by Governor DeSantis – spacing outdoor tables six feet […]
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Post Views: 1,033 Alaqua Animal Refuge Rescues Animals From Grim Environment in Geneva County, AL Yesterday, Alaqua Animal Refuge traveled to Geneva, Alabama and assisted in the rescue and removal of animals that were living in a horrific environment. The scene was described as “hell on earth” as animals were left to fend for themselves […]
Read morePost Views: 1,370 “30a” is a Florida designated scenic highway where 15 beach town are nestled on an 18 mile eclectic mix of new urbanisim and old Florida. The area has been largely unheard of in past years, but that’s changing fast. The towns are visited by over 4 million people a year almost […]
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Post Views: 872 Panama City Beach City Council, along with the Bay County Board of County Commissioners, voted today to repeal all restrictions on beach access and beach commerce, fully reopening its beaches beginning Friday, May 1st. This decision comes after city council approved a limited reopening of the beaches last Friday, April 24th, designed […]
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Post Views: 651 Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation donates $21,600 to children in need through COVID-19 Relief Fund During a time of great uncertainty, Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) launched the COVID-19 Relief Community Children’s Fund in an effort to assist those organizations within its network of Northwest Florida children’s charities who were experiencing […]
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Post Views: 981 Southside Slice to Close its Doors as Last Call Restaurant Group Finds New Ways to Repurpose the Space After much deliberation, the owners of the Last Call Restaurant Group have decided to close Southside Slice and use the space in a few new ways. First, the kitchen will lend itself to Pescado […]
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Post Views: 961 Walton County BCC Passes Resolution 2020-35; Beaches to Open on May 1st with Strict Restrictions Walton County Beach Chairs, Umbrellas and Tents Tuesday, April 28, 2020 2:40 PM As part of the action taken by the Walton County Board of County Commissioners during today’s meeting, members of the public are permitted to […]
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Post Views: 899 Downtown Apalachicola Entrepreneurs Look to E-Commerce During Pandemic Apalachicola, FL – The COVID-19 virus presents an unprecedented challenge for small businesses. The purchase of gift certificates has been widely promoted as a way to keep cash flowing to entrepreneurs during the economic downturn. However, most downtown Apalachicola businesses didn’t offer online options—until […]
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Post Views: 938 Panama City Beach Announces the Limited Reopening of Beaches -Designed for Residents, Effective April 24- PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla., April 23, 2020 – Panama City Beach City Council voted today, following the Bay County Board of County Commissioners decision earlier this week, to reopen its beaches, beginning Friday, April 24 from 6-9 […]
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Post Views: 661 Dear Humane Society Supporters, The Humane Society of Bay County is one of the numerous businesses across the area feeling the social and economic impacts of the worldwide public health emergency in effect. Up until this point we have been managing to operate the shelter on a day by day financial basis, […]
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