Post Views: 656 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Beach Properties of Florida announced the promotion of veteran sales executive Jimmy Burgess to Chief Growth Officer. Burgess will be joining the executive team with a focus on agent training, coaching, recruitment and company growth strategies. “This new role was created with Jimmy in mind to ensure our […]
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Post Views: 1,058 Seeking youth golfers aged 8 to 18 to play in Junior Golf Classic July 11 and 12 (Niceville, FL) May 17, 2018…The Northwest Florida Daily News will be hosting the 39th Annual Marvin DeBolt Junior Golf Classic with the proceeds benefiting the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center. (ECCAC) Young golfers aged 8 to […]
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Post Views: 920 Gulf Coast Go Announces 30A Brew Tours Trolley Service Brings South Walton its First Ever Beer Tour Gulf Coast Go, a new transportation service in South Walton and Destin, kicks off operations with South Walton’s first ever 30A Brew Tour. The first tour available will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is $75 […]
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Post Views: 1,012 Federal Lawsuit Could Bar Public from Beaches and Recreation Areas A federal lawsuit, filed on behalf of a beachfront homeowner, attempts to block Walton County, Florida’s efforts to legally recognize customary use, or the public’s long standing right to use the beaches for recreational purposes. This lawsuit has national implications and, if […]
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Post Views: 715 The third annual Kite Film Fest will take place Saturday, November 10th at Club LA in Destin. Submissions are currently open for the short film event. “We are so excited to be back for the third year,” shares co-founder Nikki Hedrick of the event. “The community outpouring of support has been incredible. […]
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Post Views: 784 Grayton Beer Company and The 30A Company Celebrate New Cans with Summer Launch Party Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (June 14, 2018)– Grayton Beer Company and The 30A Company will host a party to celebrate the launch of 30A Beach Blonde Ale and 30A Rosé Gose in cans. The party will take place on […]
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Post Views: 745 Ruth’s Chris Steak House Fundraiser for Tenured Server Jimma Grimm Date: June 19, 2018 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Ruth’s Chris Steak House at Silver Shells Resort in Destin invites the community, loyal patrons and guests to a fundraiser for server, Jimma Grimm. Ruth’s Chris Steak House will host the event on Tuesday, June […]
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Post Views: 829 Comprehensive Plan items are scheduled for FINAL ADOPTION on the June 12 Board of County Commissioners Agenda: Drafts are available here or will be soon: https://www.co.walton.fl.us/1171/Agendas-and-Minutes Conservation Element (Substantively Revised) Coastal Management Element (New Element) Housing Element (Substantively Revised) Economic Development Element (Deleted) Recreation, Open Space and Greenways Element (Substantively Revised) In addition […]
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Post Views: 1,114 CMT Music Awards Filmed on 30A – Summer Fever shows some biking in Watersound along with a beach party. Very cool that it was taped on the beach in 30A TV land – stay tuned for more and download our apps and ROKU – AMAZON channels GRAMMY, CMA, CMT, and ACM award-winning […]
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Post Views: 870 GCSC presents “An Evening of Magic with Matthew Holtzclaw” Panama City, FL – The Visual & Performing Arts Division at Gulf Coast State College is excited to present “An Evening of Magic with Matthew Holtzclaw.” Holtzclaw is one of New York City’s most in-demand entertainers and consultants. He is recognized as one […]
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Post Views: 986 South Walton Fire District Promotes 9 New Officers (Santa Rosa Beach) – History was made this morning June 4, 2018 at the SWFD Headquarters as nine personnel were promoted to the ranks of District Chief, Lieutenant and Sergeants, respectively. Nearly eighty family members, friends, SWFD Fire Board Commissioners, SWFD staff and crews […]
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Post Views: 714 SoWal Craft Beer and Spirits Festival A Festival Focused on Craft Beer and Spirits is Coming August to Shades Bar and Grill in Inlet Beach The summer heat is no match for the SoWal Craft Beer and Spirits Festival – The inaugural event will be held on August 3, 2018 from 12- 4PM at […]
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Post Views: 954 Master developer Minto Communities USA, global lifestyle brand Margaritaville Holdings and The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) (“St. Joe”) have combined their resources to pursue the development of a new LATITUDE MARGARITAVILLE active adult community in Florida’s Panhandle region to be located in Bay County near Panama City Beach and the scenic 30A corridor. The community is projected to open […]
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Post Views: 1,084 30a Media, ( www.30a.tv ) as a leading provider of hyperlocal Television and internet programming, is proud to announce we are adding Alex Jones InfoWars Show to our lineup. In our effort to increase the quality of life and assist in the economic development of the country, we emulate the spirit of […]
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Post Views: 689 The 2018 Perfect in South Walton award-winners were announced last night at an awards reception hosted by Visit South Walton. The Perfect in South Walton Awards are both nominated and voted on by the public. 2018 is the fourth year that the awards have taken place. “The Perfect in South Walton Awards […]
Read morePost Views: 1,015 AWARD-WINNING ARTIST KATHLEEN BROADERICK LAUNCHES A NEW SUMMER SERIES OF STUDIO ART LESSONS & WORKSHOPS AT CHROMA STUDIO & GALLERY ON 30A Single Session Classes are June 14, June 28, July 5, July 12 and August 9 Multi-day Intensive Oil Painting Workshop June 18-20 SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL (May 29, 2018) – […]
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Post Views: 1,246 South Walton Life, publisher of SoWal Life, announces a new edition to its family of community newspapers with the launch of a new edition in July. “Residents and business owners have been asking for it,” says Lori Leath Smith, Destin Life publisher, “and we will now provide Destin its own edition particularly […]
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Post Views: 921 Gulf Place on 30A is pleased to announce the summer dates for their Sunday Markets. Located on the green, the Gulf Place Sunday Market will feature artwork, candles, food, and more from local artisans around the Emerald Coast. Beginning June 3, 2018, the Sunday Market will take place every Sunday, from 4 p.m. until […]
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Post Views: 928 Get on Your Feet with the Young Professionals of Walton County The Young Professionals of Walton County (YPWC) have partnered with Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation to host a mix and mingle during the June 14 Concerts in the Village with Gloria’s Miami Sound with Nikki Torres. The Gloria Estefan & The Miami Sound Machine […]
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Post Views: 595 IMPACT 100 of Northwest Florida Announces Membership and Funding Totals (Ft. Walton Beach, FL . . . May 22, 2018) IMPACT 100 of Northwest Florida announced today that their 2018 membership has grown to 514 women, giving back $514,000 of grant award funding for nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Okaloosa and Walton counties. […]
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Post Views: 545 The St. George Inn located on beautiful St. George island St. George Inn The St. George Inn is located on beautiful St. George island, a little known barrier island on northwest Florida’s “Forgotten Coast”. This quaint, old southern style inn is just a short distance from one of America’s top 10 rated […]
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Post Views: 1,230 Grayton Beer Company Announces New Cans and Rebrand Grayton Beer Company announces the addition of two new cans to its lineup of keg and bottled beers. Over the next four weeks consumers in Grayton Beer Company’s six state footprint will begin to see cans of the flagship 30A Beach Blonde Ale and […]
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Post Views: 799 The Junior League of the Emerald Coast raises over $15,000 at Down and Derby Fest hosted at the Market Shops on May 5 Destin, Florida – The Junior League of the Emerald Coast (JLEC) is excited to announce the newly revamped Down & Derby Fest, which took place at The Market Shops […]
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Post Views: 857 Mother’s Day Buffet at The Bay The Bay restaurant in South Walton is offering a beautiful Mother’s Day Buffet on Sunday, May 13, 2018. The Bay, located on the north beach of South Walton, is the perfect place to show mom how much you appreciate her. The buffet will be $40 for adults […]
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Post Views: 809 The Market Shops Brings Two New Dining Options to South Walton Clean Juice and Jon Smith Subs to open in 2018 The Market Shops, located at the entrance to @Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort , announces two new merchants Clean Juice and Jon Smith Subs within the shopping center. Owners of the ever-popular local photo booth […]
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Post Views: 818 Shelter House hosts most successful Purses with a Purpose to date The eighth annual event raises over $20,000 to go directly towards supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Okaloosa and Walton counties. Shelter House’s signature event, Purses with a Purpose, returned to Grand Boulevard March 22-24, 2018. This year’s […]
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Post Views: 751 — Two homes in Walton County are burglarized over the weekend and now Walton County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect. On Sunday, Deputies responded to the Grayton Beach area in reference to two separate burglaries at two different homes that occurred between 1:30 AM […]
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Post Views: 673 Small Business Association Provides Scholarship The Walton County Small Business Association (WCSBA) has partnered with the Walton Education Foundation to create a 2-year Florida college scholarship for a Walton County high school student beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. The WCSBA promotes and supports the interests of local small and family-owned businesses […]
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Post Views: 782 For more information, contact: Kriss Faulk P: 850.267.9905 SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL (May 1, 2018) – Kriss Faulk has pre-filed to run for the South Walton Mosquito Control seat formerly held by her husband, Ronnie Faulk. Kriss filed documents with the Walton County Supervisor of Elections declaring her intent to be on […]
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Post Views: 722 Students in Theresa Joyce’s classroom, at Tree House Episcopal Montessori School in Santa Rosa Beach, held a fundraiser for the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center in honor of April’s Child Abuse Prevention Month. Their donation of $224.25 will support ECCAC’s therapy dog program. Pictured L-R: Principal Summer Stough, ECCAC CEO Julie Porterfield […]
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Post Views: 926 EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY STAGES SECOND ANNUAL NORTHWEST FLORIDA THEATRE FESTIVAL, MAY 16-20 24 Performances of 15 Original Theater Pieces Presented at 560 Grand Boulevard, Upstairs, in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin as Part of Art Week South Walton Miramar Beach, Fla. (May 2, 2018) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) launches the second annual […]
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Post Views: 1,116 FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY AT THE 34th ANNUAL PENSACOLA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL Pensacola, Fla. (April 3, 2018) Don’t be shy, dig in! Fiesta Pensacola is excited to announce that the 34th annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival will take place Friday, May 4th from Noon-11PM, Saturday, May 5th from 10AM-11PM, and Sunday, May 6th from 11AM-5PM […]
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Post Views: 938 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo & The Kentucky Derby in South Walton WALTON COUNTY, Fla.—April 26, 2018 – May 5th is just around the corner and South Walton certainly has its fair share of Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in South Walton with your toes in the sand and a […]
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Post Views: 696 Grayton Beer Company Expands with Addition of Brewpub Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (April 23, 2018) – Grayton Beer Company is pleased to announce the opening of the Grayton Beer Brewpub in Grayton Beach, Florida. The fully operational brewery, restaurant and bar is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Conveniently […]
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Post Views: 791 Come join us on Saturday, May 19th for the 2nd Annual “DISH THE FISH” Seafood Cook Off Fundraiser, at Newby’s Too on the Curve. The fun begins at 11:00 AM until 4ish. There will be a Seafood Tasting from local restaurants and chefs, as well as seafood plates for sale. There will be […]
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Post Views: 886 SANDJAM PRESENTED BY PEPSI READY TO ROCK! Panama City Beach Rock Festival On The Beach April 26-28, 2018 Massive Fireworks Display Saturday Night (Nashville, Tennessee…) – April 25, 2018 – The inaugural SandJam Presented by Pepsi adult-alternative music festival is set to rock with some of the biggest names in music right on […]
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Post Views: 900 FORMER PRESIDENT GEORGE H.W. BUSH MAKES RARE DONATION TO EOD WARRIOR FOUNDATION PUBLIC AUCTION Bush family relative is namesake of Eglin Air Force Base’s EOD national training complex Bidders also can make sealed bids in advance For Immediate Release—The EOD Warrior Foundation is honored to present a very special donation from President George H.W. Bush for […]
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Post Views: 1,076 Pescado Hosts Wine Dinner Featuring Ken Wright Cellars Chef Ken Duenas and Crew Welcome Food and Wine Lovers to Enjoy an Extraordinary Wine Dinner at Pescado • Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar Pescado • Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar is hosting its first ever wine dinner on May 2, 2018 from 6-8PM. The dinner […]
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Post Views: 974 WALTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WARNS CITIZENS OF EXTORTION SCAM Posted on April 23, 2018 by Lindsey Batchelor For Immediate Release April 23, 2018 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Fla— The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of extortion letters that are starting to circulate in Walton County. When residents in Walton County check their mail today, they may […]
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Post Views: 941 SHAWN MULLINS AND HIS BAND SOUL CARNIVAL TO HEADLINE “UNDER THE SEA” FUNDRAISER FOR UNDERWATER MUSEUM OF ART May 10th SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL (April 17, 2018) – The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) is excited to announce that Shawn Mullins will return to South Walton with his band, Soul Carnival, to […]
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Post Views: 879 WHERE: Solaris Yacht at Baytowne Marina 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway W Sandestin, Florida 32550 TICKETS: $75 per person. Available for purchase now on TaylorHaugen.org DESCRIPTION: Join the Taylor Haugen Foundation for a sunset cruise aboard the Solaris Yacht on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Guests will board at Baytowne Marina at 5:30 p.m. and […]
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Post Views: 784 Gulf Coast State College presents annual Student Art Show Panama City, FL – The Visual & Performing Arts Division of Gulf Coast State College is proud to present the annual Student Art Show, showcasing the creativity and talent of Gulf Coast students. The exhibition features work made by students in one of the […]
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Post Views: 1,027 Bringing the Bluegrass to the Emerald Coast. Enjoy an authentic Kentucky Derby experience on May 5th at The Market Shops. Guests will sample “Derby Fare” from our favorite local restaurants, enjoy live entertainment and dress to impress for your chance to “win”, “place” or “show!” Come watch the 144th Kentucky Derby with […]
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Post Views: 996 Safe Water for Walton is “READY TO RIDE” . . . with help of Pedego® ! Local non-profit launches its web site, announces major 2018 Legislative Session successes, and has two Pedego® electric bikes to give away! Safe Water for Walton has been a registered non-profit organization for less than 6 months, yet already has […]
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Post Views: 1,257 Fore Her sets date and speaker for fourth annual Tea Fore Her fundraiser Plan to join Fore Her on May 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Vue on 30a for their fourth annual Tea Fore Her, an event that is the perfect opportunity to dress up, grab your best […]
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Post Views: 1,117 Arlene Newsome Exhibit Santa Rosa Beach, FL, : As part of the continuing Art in Public Places, artist Arlene Newsome will display her work at the Coastal Branch Library for the months of June and July, 2018. Artist Statement Arlene Newsome was born on a horse farm in Nashville, Tennessee. She and […]
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Post Views: 765 What’s Happening in South Walton Spotlight Events 11th Annual Seafood Boil Benefit at Shades Bar & Grill in Inlet Beach- Saturday, April 7 Shades will be serving boiled crawfish, raw oysters and traditional Jambalaya at this family-fun event. Bring the whole family for games, bounce houses and live music all benefitting Alaqua […]
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Post Views: 1,000 Local Business Owner to be Featured on HGTV Show Maggie Matthews of Margaret Ellen Bridal Finds Home in Santa Rosa Beach on “How Close Can I Beach?” Inlet Beach, Fla. (April 5, 2018)– Well-known HGTV show, “How Close Can I Beach?” will feature local business owner, Maggie Matthews, of Margaret Ellen Bridal, […]
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Post Views: 1,167 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Fla— After months of filming on location in the Florida Panhandle, Nat Geo WILD announced today the air date of a new TV series featuring Alaqua Animal Refuge and the Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO). The new series, Animal PD, will premiere on Saturday night, April 14, 2018 at 9 […]
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Post Views: 806 EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS SUMMER ON STAGE 2018 Calling junior thespians from pre-school to high school to join us on stage and backstage to act, sing, dance, joke and spar — all summer long in 10 fun theater camps Miramar Beach, Fla. (March 30, 2018) — Calling all drama queens […]
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