Post Views: 132 “Winter Reading Challenge for Kids” Bike Winners Drawn Walton County Coastal Branch Library Santa Rosa Beach, FL Walton County Coastal Library presents the 2015-16 “Winter Reading Challenge” for ages 7-14. Our theme, “Back to School, Back to the Library- Read to Ride” will present one girl’s bike and one boy’s bike donated […]
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Post Views: 177 Celebrate Cinco De Mayo and Mother’s Day on the SOLARIS Yacht Cruise through May with two memorable experiences on the water Miramar Beach, Fla (April 14, 2016) – As the only dining and entertainment yacht in Northwest Florida, SunQuest Cruises’s SOLARIS yacht offers two unforgettable experiences in May that combine coastal cuisines […]
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Post Views: 269 Internationally famous artist Wyland completed the world’s largest painted American flag mural, an impressive 3.8-acres in size, on roof of Legendry Marina, the world’s largest single indoor marine building. The awe-inspiring 555’ x 229’ flag honors the United States military armed forces who defend our country and first responders who watch […]
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Post Views: 137 Seabreeze Jazz Festival® Returns With Jazz Packed Weekend Of Top Entertainment Smooth Jazz, White Sands, and Fun set for April 20-24th in beautiful Panama City Beah, FL Celebrating 18th Anniversary Presented by ResortQuestBy Wyndham Vacation Rentals Panama City Beach, FL Platinum-selling and multi-Grammy winning Michael McDonald, top-charting saxophonist Boney James, vocalist Peabo […]
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Post Views: 208 Julie Hurst wanted it built in 7 days. An ambitious plea, but 500 odd days later the Pierce family Children’s Advocacy Center opened April 8th. The center provides a safe environment for abused and neglected children to tell their story just once, to trained staff, so law enforcement can take the next […]
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Post Views: 358 6th Annual Chi Chi Miguel Sip N Shop to Benefit Alaqua Animal Refuge (Freeport, Florida) – April 8, 2016 – Alaqua Animal Refuge recently announced that the 6th Annual Chi Chi Miguel Sip N Shop event will be held on April 15, from 11 am until 2 pm, at The Market Shops […]
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Post Views: 92 WCSO ESCORTS WWII VETERAN ON MISSION FROM COAST TO COAST For Immediate Release April 4, 2016 Walton County, Fla— Ernie Andrus is on a mission. The 92-year-old World War II Navy Veteran is running from the West Coast to the Atlantic Ocean near Brunswick, Georgia to help raise money for the LST […]
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Post Views: 359 Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week “Meadow” Sweet little Meadow is a two year old Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix and weighs about 10 lbs. She came to the Refuge a few months ago with her five puppies and was a very good momma. Her puppies have all found their new homes and […]
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Post Views: 97 Sales Professional Earns International Designation For Luxury Home Marketing Expertise Santa Rosa Beach, FL (March 31, 2016) – Kelly Klein with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty has earned the prestigious Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist® designation in recognition of her experience, knowledge and expertise in the luxury home market. “Kelly Klein is […]
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Post Views: 193 WCSO DEPUTY SAVES KAYAKER FROM RIP CURRENT EASTER SUNDAY For Immediate Release March 28, 2016 Miramar Beach, Fla— A Walton County Sheriff’s Deputy rescues a man from the Gulf under red flags Easter Sunday after he was caught in a rip current in his Kayak. A call came in to Walton County […]
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Post Views: 191 Life at The Beach is a Lifestyle television show, focused on the people, places and adventures that makes the Scenic corridor of 30A in NW Florida so unique. Utilizing a combination of controlled reality television, interesting characters, informative interviews and excellent cinematography, we will bring a fresh, unique approach to local programming. […]
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Post Views: 279 Good Grit Magazine Launches “Character of the South Awards” Birmingham, Alabama, (March 25, 2016) – Good Grit Magazine has launched their first annual “Character of the South Awards” for 2016. Nominations are submitted online via the magazine’s website GoodGritMag.com until April 1st and open voting begins on April 11th. Categories range from “Best Brunch […]
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Post Views: 486 Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week “Carolina” Carolina is a 3 year old Hound who was found homeless and hungry. Like most Hounds, Carolina has a gentle temperament and can make a great pet. She is well behaved, loves human contact and is very affectionate to her visitors. Because of her […]
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Post Views: 225 Chef Jim Shirley Offers Easter Breakfast and Brunch Buffets The Bay, Great Southern Cafe and 45 Central Offer Easter Buffets Easter is a day of celebration with family and friends. It’s a time to enjoy each other’s company, eat a great meal and spend time together. There is no better way […]
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Post Views: 363 Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation presents the 21st Annual Concerts in the Village series Nine local and regional music acts to perform Thursday evenings, May 5–June 30, 2016 DESTIN, FLORIDA — (March 21, 2016) Thanks to Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation, orchestrating a family outing al fresco style during the summer is a breeze. […]
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Post Views: 352 Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week “Kristo” Kristo is a sweet natured, medium size dog. He weighs 20 lbs and is a 2-1/2 year old Cattle Dog mix that was rescued from a county shelter. We think he spent quite a bit of time on the streets alone, because he is […]
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Post Views: 233 CD WILLIAMSON KARATE MAKES DONATION TO FORE HER Niceville, March 14, 2016: CD Williamson Karate recently raised funds by way of a t-shirt fundraiser and donated the proceeds of the fundraiser to the Fore Her, Inc. cancer foundation. Mr. Williamson, along with members of several of his classes, presented a $750.00 check […]
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Post Views: 154 WALTON AREA CHAMBER ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH UBER Helping to bring transportation and flexible work opportunities to the Walton Area Santa Rosa Beach, FL– The Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and the ride-sharing service, Uber, announced a partnership today that will enable tourists and locals alike to take advantage of the hugely successful service. […]
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Post Views: 153 Bay Breeze Patio Anniversary Event & Grilling Expo, April 1-2 Special event features outdoor living experts, grilling demonstrations/samples and more MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla.—March 16, 2016—Bay Breeze Patio is celebrating its 12th year serving the Emerald Coast with an Anniversary Event & Grilling Expo, April 1-2, 2016. The celebration features outdoor living experts […]
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Post Views: 157 History Team Wins Big for Emerald Coast Middle School Regional History Bee Santa Rosa Beach, March 10, 2016: Local students won big as the Emerald Coast Middle School History Team recently competed in the Regional Finals of the National History Bee in Birmingham, Alabama. Team members Beau Adams, Witt Kessler, Nick Lee, […]
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Post Views: 287 DeFuniak Springs, Fla— Forty grams of ICE methamphetamine is off the streets of Walton County following a traffic stop in DeFuniak Springs thanks to a joint effort of multiple departments within the Walton County Sheriff’s Office. Just before 4PM Tuesday afternoon a traffic stop was conducted by WCSO patrol deputies near the […]
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Post Views: 344 It was a clear bright day at Frank Brown Park in Panama City Beach as the 24th annual Scottish Festival kicked off. A change of venue proved to be a blessing as the space was filled with interesting vendors, entertainment and food. If you are a fan of haggis or have never […]
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Post Views: 321 Grayton Beer Company Announces Major Expansion Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (March 7, 2016) – Grayton Beer Company is finalizing a staggering expansion. The locally owned and operated brewery recently announced it is increasing the current brewing capacity to meet the demands of their distribution reach. The brewery, located in South Walton County, […]
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Post Views: 224 Panama City Beach, FL – Locally owned Electric Cart Company has opened it’s 2nd location in Panama City Beach. Ownership expects the dealership to provide a much needed retail outlet for street legal electric Low Speed Vehicles (LSV) and a service center for residents that currently own electric or gas carts. This […]
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Post Views: 185 Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center announces new director of development Niceville, FL (February 29, 2016)…The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) announced Kim Henderson will be their new director of development effective May 1. Graduating from Wright State University with a Bachelor of Science in marketing, Henderson is the consummate professional who […]
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Post Views: 138 South Walton Fire District Lifeguards Take to the Beach (Santa Rosa Beach) – South Walton Fire District (SWFD) lifeguards will report to their ten (10) tower locations beginning March 1, 2016 from 10a-6p. This is the 11th season that the Beach Safety and Education Program, a partnership between the SWFD and the […]
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Post Views: 221 Santa Rosa Beach, Fla— A father struggling to find work is now struggling to find words to thank a handful of Walton County Sheriff’s Office deputies who helped provide food, clothes, and shelter for him and his two daughters. As fate would have it the paths of the two parties would […]
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Post Views: 155 SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL, — Honoring Staff Sgt Aaron Hale as Grand Marshal at 9th Annual St Patrick’s Parade and Festival. On December 8, 2011, Staff Sergeant Hale, an EOD technician, was severely injured in Afghanistan when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated. Every bone in SSG Hale’s face was broken, he […]
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Post Views: 244 SHIPT LAUNCHES GROCERY DELIVERY ON GULF COAST App-based grocery delivery service expands to 30A, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Panama City and Panama City Beach PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Feb. 18, 2016) – Shipt, an app-based grocery delivery service, today announced that it will begin delivering fresh groceries from local Publix® stores to Gulf […]
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Post Views: 194 What’s up?! I’m Chelsea Nightly! Memphis native and die hard Mississippi State fan (Go Dawgs!). I love craft beer, rescue animals, new shoes, and kayaking! Also laying beachside is quickly becoming my fave pastime! Plus if you didn’t know…got a huge Nerd Girl side! Lovin being on the airwaves with Q92 and […]
Read morePost Views: 187 The local Scottish Festival was born twenty three years ago on the grounds of the Grace Presbyterian Church in Panama City, Florida. With each passing year, the festival continued to grow until finally a search for a larger location began. We are excited to announce that this year’s festival will be held […]
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Post Views: 198 The Black Tie Classic Car Rally — episode one Recently a group of performance car enthusiasts made their way to the starting point at Fat Clemenzas in Miramar Beach Florida to take a trip to the Red Bay Grocery in Bruce to pick up a bottle of Peaden Brothers Moonshine. The first […]
Read morePost Views: 168 Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week “Eva” Eva, an 8 year old Newfoundland, has been loved her whole life and has not known anything different until now. Both of her parents are sick and they do not have a lot of time left. They wanted to be sure that their […]
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Post Views: 232 Thanks to all our new and return visiting winter visitors to @30a #30atv h
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Post Views: 203 Sk8 Deck-o Fundraiser & Party at Trebeache Walton Skate Society is pleased to present Sk8 Deck-o! Come out for a night of skateboard art, live music and tasty food at Trebeache’ on Saturday, Feb. 20 from 5-8pm. All proceeds will go to the Walton Skate Society for the creation of a new […]
Read morePost Views: 211 45 Central Wine Bar to Host Fermentations Reunion Party Seaside’s Newest Wine Bar Pays Homage to Seaside’s Former Wine Bar Remember Fermentations? The wine bar in Seaside where all the locals hung out? Chef Joyce of 45 Central was one of the proud owners of Fermentations, which was in Seaside from […]
Read morePost Views: 181 45 Central Wine Bar Welcomes Justin Gaffrey as Artist of the Month for March Celebrate Incredible Local Art at 45 Central on February 23 as Justin Gaffrey is Welcomed in the Space Each month 45 Central features a local artist on its walls. During the month of March we are featuring local favorite […]
Read morePost Views: 270 Style-City Music, This page is home to the music of the band “The Style” now simply known by the company name “Style-City Mu…sic”, it is also host to the “Style-City Music Presents” 30 minute music video program shown on over 200 television stations, and is now available on 30A TV late nights […]
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Post Views: 348 The Pulitzer Prize and Tony award winning musical “Next to Normal,” explores how a family deals with crisis and mental illness. The show opens Friday, August 5 and continues on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through August 21 Next To Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, […]
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Post Views: 159 Walton County Pierce Family Children’s Advocacy Center nearing completion …Second Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center to open April 8 Seagrove Beach, FL (February 15, 2016)…Contractors and construction workers are diligently working away to complete the new Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) facility in DeFuniak Springs in Walton County, Florida. […]
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Post Views: 154 There are certain stories that pull at your heartstrings and this definitely rings true with Lottah. Found as a stray in a nearby community, this beautiful 7 year old Boxer made her way to Alaqua as a midpoint in her journey to her forever home. Unfortunately, this may not be the case […]
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Post Views: 188 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 20 February 2016 Alaqua Animal Refuge and HEART Animal Rescue Host Third Annual Furry Fest Furry Fest Poster 2016 FREEPORT, FL – Alaqua Animal Refuge and HEART Animal Rescue, two area, non-profit organizations dedicated to caring and shelter for homeless animals, are happy to announce they are teaming together […]
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Post Views: 167 DESTIN, Fla. (January 25, 2016) – Brotula’s Seafood House & Steamer, Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House and AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar hosted the first inaugural Holiday Harbor Hop on Sunday, December 13, 2015 and raised over $500 for Food For Thought Outreach providing over 80 backpacks for children in need. […]
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Post Views: 279 Chef Jim Shirley Has Three Lovely Options for Valentine’s Day Dinner Spoil Your Sweetheart with an Unforgettable Dinner from Executive Chef Jim Shirley Chef Jim Shirley has created mouth-watering menus at three of his restaurants – The Bay, 45 Central and Great Southern Cafe. 45 Central will be offering a prix fixe […]
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Post Views: 171 Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week “Poppy” Poppy is a six year old Jack Russel/Chihuahua mix who was rescued from a local shelter after his owner suddenly passed away. He arrived with his sister Marigold, and for a while, they were inseparable. They slowly began to grow apart after each having […]
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Post Views: 164 Almost, Maine – On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and […]
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Post Views: 258 Mojo Sportswear Company to Relocate Headquarters to Walton County, Florida Mojo Sportswear Company to Relocate Headquarters to Walton County, Florida Mojo Sportswear Company today announced it has purchased a building and plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from 644-C Anchors Street, Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548 to 127 Montgomery Circle, DeFuniak Springs, […]
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Post Views: 151 TICKETS TO THE FOOD FILM FESTIVAL™ SOUTH WALTON 10% OFF THROUGH MARCH 1 SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. – January 25, 2015 – The Local Palate magazine and The Food Film Festival™ bring the well-known festival to its fourth city April 8-10, 2016 in South Walton, Florida. The Food Film Festival™, created by […]
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Post Views: 245 SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL, — Tickets are now on sale for the 9th Annual 30A St Patrick’s Parade and Festival taking place on Saturday March 12th 2016. The Beaches Of NW Florida are attracting a different kind of snowbird this March 12th with a special tour visit by Irish born lead singer […]
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Post Views: 121 The 2016 30A Festival Features 150 Songwriters with More Than 200 Performances Over the Three Day Weekend. The 30A Songwriters Festival has become a popular three-day event each year in Northwest Florida over Martin Luther King holiday weekend. January 15th-17th, artists from around the country will come to the beaches of South […]
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