Post Views: 866 Panama City Creative Con Less than Two Weeks Away Creative Con focuses on education and exploring creative career paths with a fun filled day exploring sequential art and geek culture.  PANAMA CITY, Fla.- July  2015- The 6th Annual Panama City Creative Con is less than two weeks away. The story lines this […]

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Post Views: 827 30A News Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation seeks adult collaborative artists  for the 20th annual festival of the arts   DESTIN 30A , FLA. — (July 20, 2015) The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) is now accepting applications for the Adult Collaborative Exhibit component of the 20th annual Festival of the Arts (Oct. […]

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Post Views: 718 Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week “Ennis” Ennis was rescued by a kind-hearted person who found him living alone in an abandoned building. He is an approx. 5 year old, 68 lb, yellow lab whose life struggles have aged him well beyond his years. Ennis is blind in one eye, but […]

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Post Views: 918 Learn about shorebirds, roast a hot dog, make a s’more and see the G rated movie “Rio” all at Camp Helen State Park’s Movies and More program starting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15th. The interpretive program about shore birds will be presented by the Audubon Society. Also on site will be […]

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Post Views: 686 Alaqua Animal Refuge Launches “Pets of the Emerald Coast” Coffee Table Book Fundraiser   Pet owners of the Emerald Coast will have an opportunity to feature their pet (s) in Alaqua Animal Refuge’s first edition coffee table book fundraiser “Pets of the Emerald Coast.”  Pet Portrait Network, located in Alabama, will hold […]

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Post Views: 902  SEASIDE ®  and Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation Announce the  25 th Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival, Nov. 5-8  Tickets now on sale for this highly-anticipated annual event, benefitting children in need in Northwest Florida To learn more or purchase tickets to the 25 th Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival, visit  www.SeeingRedWineFestival.com […]

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Post Views: 360 The South Walton Artificial Reef Association is a grass-roots, non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the construction, deployment, and monitoring of permitted artificial reefs in Walton County’s Gulf of Mexico coastal waters for the benefit and health of environment and community. A great place to snorkel and see gulf waters water wildlife. Grayton […]

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Post Views: 800 The Coastal Dune Lakes: Jewels of Florida’s Emerald Coast What are Coastal Dune Lakes ? A body of water located in or on sand hills and dunes along the coastline of Scenic 30a . Walton County Flordia has 15 dune lakes to explore. Coastal Dune Lakes About the Lakes Coastal Dune Lake […]

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Post Views: 664 The most talked about country music show in Northwest Florida. Folks are coming from everywhere to Gilley’s Family Opry to experience their clean, family entertainment where all ages are welcome. We host a Branson style classic country and gospel music show, and performed live every first and third Friday night of each […]

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Post Views: 764 Easy On 30A – an independent, nonprofit organization located on scenic 30A that works together with local communities, organizations and musicians to put together the annual benefit concerts that support local charitable organizations in the panhandle area of Florida. Easy On 30A was founded in 2012 by Beth & Randy Carroll of […]

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Post Views: 622 Whodini Sisters Bloody Mary Mix featured on Martha Stewart Living While working as a food writer on 30A in Florida tasting Bloody Mary’s became a part of the job. My Dad was a Bloody Mary expert so I found myself searching for the perfect concoction. Being a purist, I like my Bloody […]

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Post Views: 665 30a TV dropped by the Local Catch on 30a this Sunday for SUNDAY FUNDAY and broadcast live on Mediacom Ch17 and Fairpoint Ch 8 for 2 hours. Yo uhad to catch the broadcast so see it all, but hear is a taste of the day with video. Now taking bookings for our […]

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Post Views: 646 By Vinicius Covas – Nowadays, anyone can have their own radio station and it is already more than clear that it is not always a good thing. Bringing the power of voice to those who do not know what to say can only lead to unpleasant results. On the day of June […]

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Post Views: 804 EMERALD COAST  THEATRE COMPANY EXPANDS  2015 SUMMER  THEATER CAMP SERIES TO BAY COUNTY Theater company offers summer camps at Gulf Coast State College Miramar Beach, Fla. (June 11, 2015) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC), a not-for-profit professional theater company based in Miramar Beach, Florida, is partnering with Gulf Coast State College […]

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Post Views: 556 Walk Her Way 4th Annual Walk Her Way® Friday, June 12, 2015, 6:30 pm, Rosemary Beach Walk, Strut or Stroll to raise awareness of domestic violence JOIN OUR EFFORTS On-Line Advance REGISTER for the 2015 Walk Her Way!!  Click Here!! $25 for Adults, $10 for Children under 12 (includes t-shirt)  — On-site registration is […]

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Post Views: 722 Join us on a culinary adventure as we showcase great chefs of 30a and the surrounding area. Find out tips and secrets of the best the area has to offer, along with their favorite dish preparation recipes you can make yourself. Simplicity and flavor are the theme in this TV show. You […]

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Post Views: 730  .  30a Television and Coastal Connections TV (www.30a-tv.com ) is set to launch a new television show covering Walton County Florida. The new show will be hosted by Art Miller, a retired consultant and corporate trainer, and an active member of the Walton County community. The show format will be a mix […]

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Post Views: 743 Walton County Sheriff’s Office and the ASPCA Remove Dogs From Freeport, Fla. Dog Fighting Ring Freeport, Fla.— Walton County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) are collecting evidence seizing 7 dogs Wednesday morning from a property in Walton County, Fla. […]

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Post Views: 689 Our Pet of The Week is a very special mamma named Zebbles. If you are able to feature her story & photo (attached) in print, we would greatly appreciate it. “My name is Zebbles, I’m a hound dog, and I’m just two years old. I was born with a handicap, my front […]

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Post Views: 728 Suspect Responsible for Convenience Store Armed Robbery Identified Thanks to Finger Print/DNA Analysis  On January 27th, 2015, Walton County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies, K9 Unit, Investigators and Crime Scene Unit, along with members of the Walton Corrections Institute K9 Unit, responded to an armed robbery that occurred shortly after 7 pm at […]

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Post Views: 750 April 1, 2015 – Santa Rosa Beach, FL – The Bay Country Boil and Live Music! The Bay is ready to party again! Last Saturday was such a success, we ran out of Crawfish! But this Saturday, we will have PLENTY! Bring your family and friends to The Bay’s Crawfish and Low […]

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Post Views: 650 Emerald Coast Theatre Company LAUNCHES  2015 CHILDREN’S SUMMER THEATER CAMP SERIES  Three drama and musical theater camps offered to Emerald Coast kids Miramar Beach, Fla. (March 30, 2015) — Summertime means letting your heart sing. Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC), a not-for-profit professional theater company based in Miramar Beach, Florida, has launched […]

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Post Views: 640 We have chosen Winnie for the pet of the week. If you are able to put his photo and story in print, we would greatly appreciate it! His photo is attached. “My name is Winston, but you may call me Winnie. They tell me I am a perfect Pug, sweet, playful, and […]

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Post Views: 813 MATTIE KELLY ARTS FOUNDATION’S CONTINUES 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH A MUSIC CONCERT BENEFIT   December ’63 to Perform Tribute to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Saturday, April 11 at 7 p.m.   DESTIN, FLA. — (March 2, 2015) Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) is walking down memory lane with the help […]

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Post Views: 656 We first met Carson a year ago as an eleven year old when visiting to play Hogs Breath Destin, on his way to play Hogs Breath Key West. Yup, he tours already. His first song out the box was a cover of Crazy Train. It blew us away. We liked it, and […]

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Post Views: 943 Emerald coast theatre company presents NORTHWEST FLORIDA DEBUT OF “art,” a tony-award winning comedy by yasmina reza  Six performances will be staged March 6-8 & 13-15 at The Market Shops in Miramar Beach  Miramar Beach, Fla. (Feb. 16, 2015) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) continues, a not-for-profit professional theater company based […]

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Post Views: 659 We have chosen Wistful for the pet of the week. If you are able to put her photo and story in print, we would greatly appreciate it! Her photo is attached. Wistful is a 3 year old, tan, cocker-spaniel/terrier mix. She is a proud graduate of our Unconditional Love Program and absolutely […]

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Post Views: 933 ALAQUA and HEART Animal Rescue have joined forces in this FREE community event to raise much needed funds to help with animals in the shelter and community awareness. Come out to hear live music by Kc Phelps and the Screamin Fleas and lots of shopping for both you and your furry friend. Check our […]

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Post Views: 670 Alaqua Love Story Below please find a special Valentine’s tale of two pups in love……..If you are able to put the story/photo in print we would greatly appreciate it. Many thanks and happy Valentines Day! A story of love, devotion and second chances Dogs have an amazing capacity for love. Sometimes, two […]

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Post Views: 992 Shirley Simpson to star in “LEADING LADIES,”  A NEW ONE-WOMAN SHOW to benefit emerald coast theatre company  The one-night only benefit performance is Thursday, Feb. 26   Miramar Beach, Fla. (Feb. 3, 2015) — Tickets are on sale for “Leading Ladies,” a new theater piece written and performed by Shirley Simpson and staged […]

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Post Views: 814 SW HS Cheerleaders  Win 3rd at  State Competition February 2, 2015, Santa Rosa Beach: After winning 1 st at Regionals, the South Walton High School Cheerleaders Competition Team took 3 rd place at the Florida High School Athletic Association’s State Competition held in Orlando this past weekend. Coached by Ashlee Scarpulla, the […]

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Post Views: 722 A British freelance director could be in line for a windfall if an advert he made for very little money  is screened during the Super Bowl. James Bedford, 40, beat off competition from 5,000 clips around the world to be named  in the final ten. The 30-second entry sees James, who acts […]

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Post Views: 982 Taste of the Race is coming up!  Join Chef Emeril Lagasse at the Taste of the Race Party February 27, 2015 in Seaside, Florida where more than 20 of the Gulf Coast’s top chefs will be serving up the best in food. Hosting the event with Emeril will be Chef Jim Shirley of […]

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Post Views: 664 Roku TV the Cure for Overpriced Cable TV Tired of Cable TV price increases, switch to Roku TV Roku TV has over 2000 mostly commercial free channels. The majority have no monthly fee. Can your cable TV provider match that?   Roku.com has created one of the best products in a long […]

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Post Views: 1,020 Experience Romance Between the Sea and Sky This Valentine’s in Destin Florida Miramar Beach, Fla. (January 14, 2015) – Destin Florida is a romantic destination where love is in the air above the emerald green, sparkling waters. SunQuest Cruises’ SOLARIS is a romantic and unique way to experience Destin Florida, as the […]

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Post Views: 655 Electric Cart Company provides Solar powered bus to 30a Songwriters Festival   Indigo Girls Play in background of the Solar Bus Santa Rosa Beach FL – The 30a Songwriters Festival kicks off this Friday January 16th. The Electric Cart Company is providing their solar powered 14 seat bus to transport artists from […]

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Post Views: 913 30a songwriters festival 30a TV is proud to cover the 7th annual 30a Songwriters Festival 2015. The 30A SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL has announced the initial line-up for the 2015 celebration of singers and songs. The 6th annual festival will feature performances by esteemed artists Graham Nash, Indigo Girls, Leon Russell, Jason Isbell, Shawn […]

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Post Views: 927 30a TV is proud to cover the 7th annual 30a Songwriters Festival 2015. The 30A SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL has announced the initial line-up for the 2015 celebration of singers and songs. The 6th annual festival will feature performances by esteemed artists Graham Nash, Indigo Girls, Leon Russell, Jason Isbell, Shawn Mullins, Sara Watkins […]

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Post Views: 1,127 What makes the 30A Farmers’ Markets of WaterColor, Rosemary Beach, and Sandestin so Unique and Special??? The serene, beautiful, distinctive, and exclusive communities we are so proud to be part of along with our local farmers, makers, and bakers. Working together as family, in harmony with one another, bringing a peaceful, and […]

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Post Views: 1,131 digital graffiti at alys beach hosts THIRD annual visiting artist residency program Meet & Greet Sessions Set for Jan. 16 & 17   Alys Beach, FL — (Jan. 6, 2015) Award-winning artists from around the U.S. will venture to Alys Beach on 30A in Northwest Florida’s South Walton county Jan. 14-21, 2015 […]

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Post Views: 1,087 Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s offers THREE children’s musical theater programs centered on disney’s  BELOVED classic “the jungle book”   Miramar Beach, Fla. (Jan. 6, 2015) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC), will focus on the “simple bare necessities” this spring with the launch of three children’s musical theater programs centered around Walt […]

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Post Views: 1,107 Ann and Nancy Wilson first showed the world that women can rock when their band, Heart, stormed the charts in the ‘70’s with hits like “Crazy on You,” “Magic Man,” “Barracuda,” “Straight On,” and so many more. Not only did the Wilson sisters lead the band, they wrote the songs and played […]

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Post Views: 764 Leon Russell is a music legend and perhaps the most accomplished and versatile musician in the history of rock ‘n roll.  In his distinguished and unique 50 year career, he has played on, arranged, written and/or produced some of the best records in popular music. Now he can add 30a Songwriters Festival […]

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Post Views: 1,012 South Walton Fire District 30a Polar Bear Plunge 2015   (Santa Rosa Beach, FL)- The South Walton Fire District in conjunction with Gulf Place will be hosting the 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day 2015.   Date: January 1, 2015 Time/Location:  Registration starts at 11am at Gulf Place.  “Plunge” […]

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Post Views: 595 PEKEO Lost, abandoned and left on the cold shelter’s floor, I gave them 8 years of my life, but they loved me no more. Afraid, alone, I had lost hope for my future, I had simply shut down. Then, I was told about Alaqua, a place that is the opposite of this […]

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Post Views: 5,613 30a Songwriters Festival 230 performances by 150 artists on 25 stages! download the schedule Schedule by Day Time Venue 1.13.2015 Schedule by Venue Day Time 2015 30ASWF 1.13.2015 Check out the videos http://30a.tv/category_home.php?cid=30a_Songwriters_Festival  

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Post Views: 957 HESS ENTERTAINMENT proudly presents TONY BENNETT, the 17 time Grammy Award-winning musician whose music spans over six decades on February 16, 2015 6:30pm CST at the Marina Civic Center in Panama City, FL. Tickets start at $50. Pre-sale for Premium Seating ($100 – $130) begins Monday, November 17th at 9am exclusively through […]

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Post Views: 1,091 8th annual digital graffiti festival at alys beach calls for artist submissions      8th annual digital graffiti festival at alys beach calls for artist submissions  Artists from around the world invited to compete for $10,000 in cash prizes June 4-6, 2015 in Alys Beach, Florida Alys Beach, Fla. — (Nov. 12, […]

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Post Views: 941 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 7, 2014 On December 17, 2014 Alaqua Animal Refuge and The Old Florida Fish House are teaming up with 20 local artists and businesses for the first ever “Alaqua Wreath Auction” to raise much needed funds for the Panhandle’s premier animal rescue organization. At 6:30 p.m. on […]

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Post Views: 662 The Hunks and Hounds Calendar Release Party is next Wednesday, Nov 12 at The Bay from 6-9pm. The Bay is donating the “creative deliciousness” (hors d’oeuvres) that Chef Ben Steeno and team has put together. Plus, there will be a bonfire on the beach while The Courtyard Saints with special guest Kenny […]

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