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Post Views: 191 Structure Fire in Seacrest Beach   (Santa Rosa Beach) – The S outh Walton Fire District (SWFD) received a call at 11:10 A.M. this morning reporting a structure fire at 8865 E. CR 30 A in the Seacrest Beach area. SWFD crews arrived within 6 minutes of the original 911 call to […]

Post Views: 175 Change your Clocks / Change your Batteries!   (Santa Rosa Beach, Florida) For 13 years, the South Walton Fire District (SWFD) has participated in the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ campaign “Change your Clock -Change your Battery”, reminding citizens to change the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when […]

Post Views: 561 NEWS RELEASE WCSO to Launch “Drop the Drugs” Prescription Drop-off Initiative For Immediate Release October 19, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) is encouraging citizens to participate in the “Drop the Drugs” initiative Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at six locations in Walton County, Fla. The “Drop […]

Post Views: 181   Fire Prevention Open House   (Santa Rosa Beach) – In an effort to promote fire/life safety, the South Walton Fire District will be hosting a free “Open House” on Saturday October 22, 2011 from 11am-2pm. There will be “live” demonstrations, child safety seat inspections, fire related games and activities, a “jump […]

Post Views: 193 Each year readers of Emerald Coast magazine cast votes for the “Best Of the Emerald Coast”(BOEC) to choose the finest food, services, and places our region has to offer. BOEC is an event showcasing the area's best of the best as voted by readers of Emerald Coast Magazine. Winners will be honored […]

Post Views: 190   (Santa Rosa Beach) – The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) Citizen Volunteer Program officially kicked off last week. The “volunteers” began filling their roles assisting Fire District personnel. “There are many residents in Walton County that are retired, semi-retired, or stay at home parents, all looking for a way to contribute […]

Post Views: 147 (Santa Rosa Beach) – October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). Since the program began in 1985, mammography rates have more than doubled for women age 50 and older and breast cancer deaths have declined. This year the SWFD is proud to participate in raising awareness to bring attention to the […]

Post Views: 193 The Importance of Internet Television   Back when we just had radio, we couldn't envision having a box in the middle of the living room that not only showed us sound and moving images, but was able to do so by receiving signals from a remote location. This is an incredible method […]

Post Views: 601 South Walton Community Council’s 10th Annual Back To Nature Festival Oct. 14-16, 2011 Santa Rosa Beach, Florida — South Walton Community Council is pleased to announce our 10th Annual Back To Nature Festival October 14-16, 2011. The cool fall season and natural beauty of South Walton are the perfect backdrop for the […]

Post Views: 621 Register to Play in Guglielmo’s Golf ParTee on Oct. 24 MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. – Register now to play in the 2011 Guglielmo’s Golf ParTee benefiting the Sacred Heart Foundation. A shotgun scramble, the tournament will be held at Emerald Bay Golf Club in Destin on Monday, Oct. 24. Lunch will be provided […]

Post Views: 658       Airing in September on a TV near you : Walton County Sheriff’s Department Television show. Planned are interviews and demonstrations such as the K-9 dog squad, helicopter, beach patrol rescue teams in action plus many other varieties of specialized squads. Other civic agencies related to law enforcement will also […]

Post Views: 221 Benefit Car Show, Auction and BBQ ~ Proceeds benefit the children of Stephen Whisenhunt, Jr. ~     For Immediate Release August 26, 2011   Friends and family of Stephen Whisenhunt, Jr will host a benefit car show at the Walton County Fairgrounds Saturday, September 17, 2011. Gates open at 11 a.m. […]

Post Views: 221 NEWS RELEASE Bonifay Man Arrested for Sexual Battery   For Immediate Release August 25, 2011   The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) yesterday arrested Jason Waring Reed, 41, of Bonifay, Fla., for sexual battery.   “The evidence suggests this predator is responsible for victimizing others in multiple jurisdictions,” said Sheriff Michael A. […]

Post Views: 222 PRESS RELEASE INFORMATION: YOUR SOUL WILL SING IN PANAMA CITY BEACH: PRESENTING THE FUN NEVER SETS CHRISTIAN MUSIC AND FILM FEST   – Performances by Third Day, TobyMac, Matthew West, Switchfoot and many more –  Panama City Beach, FL., August 15, 2011 – Following the hugely successful contemporary Christian concerts presented last […]

Post Views: 597 NEWS RELEASE WCSO Hosts the Ride for a Cure Rodeo ~Proceeds Benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation~   For Immediate Release August 12, 2011 Put on your cowboy hats, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) Ride for a Cure Rodeo will be held Saturday, August 20 behind the WCSO Paxton Substation.  Gates […]

Post Views: 158 New Volunteer Program Announced  (Santa Rosa Beach) – The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) is proud to announce the addition of a new “Volunteer Program”. This program is designed for anyone interested in assisting with the day to day operations of the SWFD in a non-firefighting capacity. “There are many residents in […]

Post Views: 157 Back to School Safety   (Santa Rosa Beach) – As the school year begins Monday, August 8th, drivers will once again be encountering children commuting to school, some for their very first time. The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) would like to encourage motorists to be especially alert for children, particularly in […]

Post Views: 169   WCSO Supports the 4th Annual AGLA Bass Tournament   ~Proceeds Benefit the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center~           For Immediate Release   August 1, 2011       Grab your luckiest pole and most reliable lure, the 2011 American General Life and Accident Insurance Company (AGLA) Bass […]

Post Views: 211 Seaside, Fla. – Cottage Rental Agency of Seaside, Florida will host the Tennessee Titans Cheerleader photo shoot for their 2012 team calendar.  The NFL franchise from Nashville, Tennessee is a both a favorite of local Floridians as well as the home town team for many of the visitors to this beach community. […]

Post Views: 245     Space and Science Research Corporation P. O. Box 607841 * Orlando, Fl 32860 www.spaceandscience.net   Japanese Earthquake a Forewarning of More Record Earthquakes and Volcanic Eruptions  The historic 8.9 earthquake and tsunami that struck off the coast of northeastern Japan shortly after 2:46 PM local time, on Friday, March 11, […]

Post Views: 757          MMMMMMMiramar Beach, Fla. (July 11, 2011) – Over 1,200 local children have been registered for the 2011 “Backpack 2 School” program to receive assistance for the upcoming school year. For the past nine years, Silver Sands Factory Stores has partnered with Destiny Worship Center for the “Backpack 2 […]

Post Views: 201 Proceeds to Benefit the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center   Niceville, Fla. June 30, 2011, Grab your luckiest pole and most reliable lure, the 2011 AGLA Bass Tournament is set for August 6 at Marina Village in Freeport.  A $3,000 payout is at stake for the winners of this annual tournament in […]

Post Views: 199 South Walton Independence Day Beach Clean Up Tuesday, July 5th Volunteers Needed!!! Meet us at the beach at one of the Regional Beach Accesses At 7:00 AM Monday, July 5th: Beat the heat start early   Miramar Dune Allen Blue Mountain Beach Ed Walline Park Grayton Beach Butler, Between Seaside and WaterColor […]

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Post Views: 208 (Santa Rosa Beach) – WALTON FIRE COUNCIL ENCOURAGES VOLUNTARY BURN BAN WALTON COUNTY— With extreme drought conditions persisting and summer lightning storms on the horizon, the Walton Fire Council, members from the Florida Division of Forestry, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, and Walton County Emergency Management officials met on Monday evening to […]

Post Views: 203 Second Lawsuit Filed Against Kenneth R. Feinberg, Feinberg Rozen, LLP and Gulf Coast Claims Facility Categories: BP, Feinberg, GCCF, Gulf Coast Claims Facility, lawsuit, Litigation, Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund, OPA | URL: http://wp.me/pFTAn-5E Second Lawsuit Filed Against Kenneth R. Feinberg, Feinberg Rozen, LLP and Gulf Coast Claims Facility __________________ Complaint Alleges […]

Post Views: 205 Coastal Branch Library summertime activities Santa Rosa Beach, FL- The Coastal Branch Library is holding a “Summer Memories Photo Contest,” thanks to support from Friends of the Coastal Branch Library. Submit a photo of your favorite summer memory and have it displayed in the library. All ages are welcome to participate. Photos […]

Post Views: 203 WCSO Arrests Santa Rosa Beach Man for Homicide For Immediate Release June 17, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) today announces the arrest of Steven Anthony Cozzie, 21, of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. for the murder of a 15 year-old female from Georgia. The WCSO received a call at approximately 4:06 […]

Post Views: 198 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is presently conducting a homicide investigation near Cypress Grove Lane in Seagrove, Fla. A missing person was reported to the WCSO earlier today. The case has evolved into a homicide investigation. The WCSO is in the process of interviewing persons of interest and area residents who […]

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Post Views: 588 FBIscam SAMPLE DOCUMENT NEWS RELEASE New “Security Clearance” Scam Seeks Personal Information, Money For Immediate Release June 13, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) encourages citizens to become familiar with common methods used by scam artists to fraudulently obtain personal and financial information from victims. The WCSO recently became aware of […]

Post Views: 693 SMOKE ON THE COAST BBQ & FIREWORKS FESTIVAL Destin Commons celebrates Independence Day on Saturday, July 2nd, 6 pm – 9 pm WHAT: Destin Commons announces its first ever BBQ Cook-Off! In addition to our annual fireworks festival, we are adding a tasting element this year. The event will also feature: art […]

Post Views: 216 All persons found alive and well Alabama Amber Alert Issued for Three Children, Two Recovered in Walton County For Immediate Release June 6, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) today received a 911 call at approximately 1:49 a.m. from a woman who alleged she discovered two unknown children in a roadway […]

Post Views: 606 MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (May 23, 2011) – The leading gourmet gift retailer Harry & David, at Silver Sands Factory Stores, has once again teamed up with Soldiers’ Angels, a non-profit agency that ships care packages to U.S. soldiers in combat, for their 3rd Annual “” event. From now until July 4th families, […]

Post Views: 216 Miramar Beach, Fla. (May 19, 2011) – Silver Sands Factory Stores is one of the area’s largest employers with over 3,000 associates working at premier designer stores in the Center. Each month, Silver Sands receives several nominations from managers recognizing outstanding employees who go above and beyond every day to provide their […]

Post Views: 222 Digital Graffiti Festival Goes Mobile Alys Beach, Fla., May 18, 2011 – Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach, the World’s 1st Projection Art Festival, is going mobile this year thanks to a partnership with 30A.com, an interactive guide to daily events and activities along Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A. Now in its fourth year, […]

Post Views: 215 Coastal Library Summer Reading Programs 2011 Santa Rosa Beach — This year there are three programs for the Walton County Library’s summer reading program theme “One World Many Stories”. The programs for the Coastal Branch Library will begin June 2 and run through June 16 Thursday mornings at 10:00 a.m. The library […]

Post Views: 253 NEWS RELEASE Sheriff Adkinson Recognizes Civil Process Unit For Immediate Release May 17, 2011 Walton County Sheriff Michael A. Adkinson, Jr. today recognizes members of the Civil Process Unit for their exemplary performance in 2010. “The Civil Process Unit may be small in staff, but it continues to post high performance numbers,” […]

Post Views: 229 Private jets at your finger tips as Chapman Freeborn launches iPhone app Fort Lauderdale, FL., May 16, 2011. Chapman Freeborn today unveiled a unique iPhone app which will set the standard for quick and accurate ‘on-the-go’ private jet enquiries. The world’s largest aircraft charter broker launched Private Jet, an application which gives […]

Post Views: 226 My Vacation Haven Announces Exciting New Harbor Excursion Destin, FL (May 2011)… My Vacation Haven will offer its guests a one of a kind voyage along the magnificent Destin harbor. Beginning June 9, those staying with My Vacation Haven will be able to embark on the area’s first harbor excursion relishing in […]

Post Views: 216 MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (May 11, 2011) –Waterford Wedgwood at Silver Sands Factory Stores is hosting an in-store artisan signing reception on Saturday, May 21 from 11am-4pm. Michael Doulton, a fifth generation descendent of John Doulton, founder of Royal Doulton, will be making a special appearance and signing of Royal Doulton and Royal […]

Post Views: 608 Olin Marler Charter’s Salutes Veterans with Free Deep Sea Fishing & Dolphin Cruises Saturday, May 21, 2011   Destin, FL:  Olin Marler Charter’s is proud to announce this day of appreciation as veterans are given the opportunity to go deep sea fishing free of charge.  The event is not only to honor […]

Post Views: 203 Footy Fanatics of Northwest Florida! Only one month to go, but it is not too late to make your team’s plans for “The Gulf Coast’s Friendliest (and Fastest Growing) Outdoor Soccer Party,”  the 3rd Annual “Soccer by the Surf Tournament” along the beautiful, sugar sand Beaches of South Walton, Florida!! Please find the […]

Post Views: 220 Friends that would like to help those in need in Alabama ~ SunTrust Bank is collecting items to help the tornado victims. People can donate at ANY SunTrust branch location in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa or Escambia County. Will collecting through May 16th the truck will leave out headed to the Tuscaloosa area […]

Post Views: 188 4th of July Parade Registration Form (2011) It is that time of year again; time to bring out your patriotic paraphernalia to celebrate our Independence Day with the “South Walton 4th of July Parade,” Monday, July 4th beginning at 8AM. As is the case each and every year, the parade will stage […]

Post Views: 211 WCSO Accepting Applications for Teen Driver Challenge ~Learn driving techniques used by driving professionals, including law enforcement officers~ For Immediate Release May 6, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is challenging high school students to take the Florida Sheriffs Association’s (FSA) Teen Driver Challenge (TDC). Students and parents can pick up […]

Post Views: 244 Space and Science Research Center P. O. Box 607841 * Orlando, Fl 32860 www.spaceandscience.net NASA Data Confirms Solar Hibernation and Climate Change to Cold Era The Space and Science Research Center (SSRC) announces today that the most recent data from NASA describing the unusual behavior of the Sun validates a nearly four […]

Post Views: 194 A Night at Studio 54 On Friday, May 13th, the WaterSound Beach Club will be transformed into an open-air, beachside replica of New York City’s famous Studio 54 — complete with funky leisure suits, go-go dancers, disco balls and groovy lighting, and a DJ spinning great music that will make you want […]

Post Views: 148 Jeston Foley Kayla Jones Safely Recovered For Immediate Release April 29, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) today announces the safe recovery of 16-year-old Jeston Foley, of Laurel Hill, Fla. He was reported missing April 11. The WCSO received information yesterday at approximately 9:03 p.m. from an individual who suggested that […]

Post Views: 613 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing 17-year-old Kayla Jones, of Walton County, Fla. WCSO deputies received a call April 23 at approximately 4:28 p.m. from Kayla’s mother regarding her daughter’s disappearance.  Deputies immediately responded to her residence. There is no indication or evidence of […]