Post Views: 226 Maries Bistro in Blue Mountain Beach continues to please locals and visitors alike with the unique brand of hospitality, entertainment and consistently popular food items. We can toot our own horn or let others do it for us. Check out some of the customer reviews below. T Heffer; We are locals and […]
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Post Views: 193 DUE TO IMPENDING WINTER WEATHER, WALTON COUNTY SCHOOLS TO BE CLOSED TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY BE PREPARED FOR POSSIBLE RAIN, SLEET, ICE, SNOW DeFuniak Springs…Walton County expects to receive moisture and precipitation that may continue through Wednesday evening, January 29th. During this time, our area expects temperatures that will drop to below freezing […]
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Post Views: 266 Search for Missing/Runaway Juvenile The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Logan Thomas Murphy, 17, of Santa Rosa Beach. Murphy was last seen at his home wearing a red Ohio State hoodie, blue jeans and black Van’s shoes. Murphy is believed to be in the company of his girlfriend, Alexis Clifford […]
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Post Views: 261 The Florida Division of Emergency Management, in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a hard freeze warning for January 23rd. The affected areas include Walton County. The warning will be in effect from midnight to 9:00am tomorrow morning. A hard freeze warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or highly likely. […]
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Post Views: 306 COLUMBUS SHIPS PINTA AND NINA TO LAND IN PERDIDO KEY Perdido Key, , Fl.—On Tuesday February 11th, the ‘Pinta’ and the ‘Nina’, replicas of Columbus’ Ships, will open in Perdido Key. The ships will be docked at the Oyster Bar Restaurant & Marina, 13700 River Rd, until their departure early Thursday […]
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Post Views: 314 Festival Shuttles Sunshine Shuttle once again provides transportation for the 30a Songwriters Festival this weekend. Shuttles will be running continuously Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 5:00pm – 11:30pm with stops approximately every 15 minutes at the following venues: Rosemary Beach Town Hall Caliza 723 Whiskey Bravo Central Square Records The Lakehouse/The […]
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Post Views: 340 John Gorka, the acclaimed songwriter widely regarded as “one of contemporary folk music’s leading talents” (Vintage Guitar), will be making two appearance at the 30A Songwriter Festival this year. He’s also announced the release of his first new album in over four years, Bright Side of Down. The album’s 12 songs are beautifully produced […]
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Post Views: 360 From Tech Crunch http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/05/roku-tv/ Who would have thought that streaming set-top box manufacturer Roku would actually introduce a TV before Apple? Well, it looks likely that’s going to happen, thanks to partnerships with Hisense and TCL that will make Roku’s streaming video platform available directly on a new generation of smart TVs […]
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Post Views: 319 Seventh Grader partners with Community and Raises $1,000 For Alaqua Animal Refuge DESTIN, FLA., (January 6, 2014) – With her endless determination and passion for animals, local seventh grade student, Lily Corchis, headed fundraising efforts and donated 100 percent of the proceeds to Alaqua Animal Refuge. “It is my dream to become […]
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Post Views: 291 Due to the impending inclement weather, Walton County is opening two cold weather shelters to accommodate those in need of respite from the predicted cold weather: DeFuniak Springs Community Center 361 North 10th Street DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433 Call The Matrix for more information 892-1090 Coastal Branch Library/ Community Center […]
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Post Views: 397 New Year’s Eve revelers will have a new tradition this year with the “Drop the Paddle Board” event at Redds Fueling Station – 2320 W County Highway 30a in Blue Mountain Beach. The evening will start with the Singing Bartender Show along with food and drink specials. A champagne toast and carving […]
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Post Views: 297 Info Sought in Destin Armed Burglary The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is working to track down a man who attempted to burglarize a room at the Holiday Inn Express in Destin and then pulled a gun on a witness. On December 16 at approximately 5:45 p.m. a white male was seen attempting […]
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Post Views: 369 chaste 850 Walton County Duo Launches First Product in Line of Crafted Spirits, CHASTE® No. 850™ Ready-to-serve rum-based cocktail celebrates Emerald Coast living SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. – chaste 850 The CHASTE Company, a new crafted-spirits company founded by long-time friends Bess Grasswick and Ricky Fannin, announces its first line of ready-to-serve […]
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Post Views: 383 New Years Eve Drop the Paddle Board on 30a at Redds Fueling Station. New Year’s Eve revelers will have a new tradition this year with the “Drop the Paddle Board” event at Redds Fueling Station – 2320 W County Highway 30a in Blue Mountain Beach. The evening will start with the Singing […]
Read morePost Views: 220 IMPACT 100 Women Awards Two $110,000 Grants to Two Local Charities DESTIN, Fla. (November 25, 2013) – IMPACT 100 Northwest Florida, a group of women determined to make a difference in Okaloosa and Walton counties, held its second annual general membership meeting on Sunday, November 17th at the Hilton Sandestin and selected […]
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Post Views: 458 Wine Enthusiast Joins South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival The venerable wine media icon is new presenting sponsor for April 2014 event Miramar Beach, Florida (November 19, 2013) – Wine Enthusiast Magazine has joined South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival as a presenting sponsor for the 2014 event to be […]
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Post Views: 484 Gulf Place Proudly Welcomes Two New Merchants Meyer Boarding Company and Pizza by the Sea are now at Gulf Place. Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (November 25 2013) – Gulf Place on 30A announces two new businesses that have recently opened in their town center. The Gulf Place community is pleased to have […]
Read morePost Views: 240 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is offering some tips on how to be safe this holiday season. Shopping Safety Tips – Always walk and park in well-lit areas. – While out and about, present an alert presence. – Don’t electronically unlock your vehicle until you are within door opening distance. This helps […]
Read morePost Views: 214 WCSO Posse Receives Presidential Volunteer Service Award On Tuesday, November 19th, Major Joe Preston had the pleasure of presenting one of the highest awards given to a volunteer program – the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. The Walton County Sheriff’s Office Posse started in 2010 with ten members and has now grown to […]
Read morePost Views: 202 Walton County Taxpayers Association Position Paper on Proposed Blue Ribbon Commission Contact: Bob Hudson, Executive Director (850) 543-2378 or director@waltontaxpayers.org Santa Rosa Beach, (November 19, 2013) – The Walton County Taxpayers Association, in response to suggestions by the SBA that we partner with them and that we be included on their proposed Blue Ribbon Committee, wishes to state its position […]
Read morePost Views: 180 Harbor Docks’ 19th Annual Take-A-Kid-Fishing Day is a Huge Success 350+ local children fish on Destin’s finest Charter Boats Destin, Fla., – Harbor Docks’ 19th Annual Take-A-Kid-Fis hing Day hosted on Sunday, November 3, 2013, was a memorable day for over 350 children. Since the event’s inception in 1995, Harbor Docks […]
Read morePost Views: 254 It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…which means it’s time to show off your holiday spirit with the “Annual South Walton Holiday Parade,” Saturday, November 30th beginning at 4PM. As is the case each and every year, the parade will stage in front of the Seagrove Plaza (home to Garrett […]
Read morePost Views: 221 MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla.–Oct. 29, 2013–Tickets are on-sale now for the live comedy show and concert taking place on Saturday, Nov. 2 as part of the 17th Annual South Walton Celebrity Golf Classic. In addition to the exclusive list of celebrity attendees, the evening will feature an incredible line-up of performers that will […]
Read morePost Views: 239 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Annual Flutterby Children’s Arts Festival Returns to Rosemary Beach, Nov. 9-10 Artists and Vendors called to participate ROSEMARY BEACH, Fla.–Oct. 16, 2013– The annual Flutterby Children’s Arts Festival is returning to Rosemary Beach, Nov. 9-10, 2013. Presented by the Merchants of Rosemary Beach and the Cultural Arts Alliance […]
Read morePost Views: 776 Proffitt PR Hosts Most Successful Girls’ Night Out raising $12,501.37 For Shelter House To date, Proffitt PR’s Girls’ Night Out events have raised $44,096.75 for charity October 14, 2013 (DESTIN, Fla.) – On Thursday, September 26, 2013, Proffitt PR held its 7th Girls’ Night Out (GNO) event, Arabian Nights at Elephant Walk […]
Read morePost Views: 186 Caution Light to be Temporarily Removed from 395 & 30A Intersection for Replacement The caution light currently located at the intersection of Hwy 395 and CR 30A will be temporarily removed on the afternoon of Thursday, October 10th. The current light that is in place is in disrepair, and as […]
Read morePost Views: 295 Paddle Run Paddle your way on 30A! A benefit for the South Walton Jr. Lifeguard program and GULFSOUTH Dynamo competitive youth soccer. The entry fee is $85 this includes sponsors bag, food and a t-shirt with logo, and option to participate in a silent auction. The event is October 26th, 2013, 7:00 am […]
Read morePost Views: 277 SWFD is hosting an “ALL YOU CAN EAT” Pancake breakfast on October 12th. This event is in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week. Proceeds from this event will go towards the purchase of fire prevention/education material . This event is being sponsored by Watercolor Inn Pancake Breakfast
Read morePost Views: 812 Contact: Wings Cancer Foundation Sarah Blackburn, Development Manager 901.322.2984 Personal Cell: 901.497.3555 sblackburn@wingscancerfoundation.org Wings Cancer Foundation’s 500 Mile Ride to Rosemary Beach to Promote Cancer Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle among Cancer Survivors Memphis, TN August 19, 2013 – Wings Cancer Foundation announced today its third annual Ride to Rosemary Beach. Nineteen […]
Read morePost Views: 367 Walton County Sheriff’s Office Highlights Animal Case Investigator Since January 1, 2013, The Walton County Sheriff’s Office has handled 38 cases involving animal abuse, abandonment and neglect. The Sheriff’s Office has a full time investigator dedicated to these cases. Investigator Breezy Adkinson has over 16 years of law enforcement experience and works […]
Read morePost Views: 353 SFS Donation Sheet Walton County Sheriff’s Office Posse Member, Laura Williams, is a military spouse and a member of a non-profit organization called Semper Fi Sisters Corp. It is comprised of females related to members of the Armed Forces, past or present. The mission is to provide support, assistance and empowerment to […]
Read morePost Views: 244 Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.- If you have extra belongings laying around your home or are interested in perusing others treasures be sure to mark your calendar for Gulf Place’s Yard Sale on Saturday, October 12, 2013. From 8am to 1pm the colorful town center of Gulf Place is inviting the public to […]
Read morePost Views: 257 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Daniel Roy Hancock, 83, of Miramar Beach. Hancock was last seen on Sunday, September 15at 12 pm wearing a long sleeve blue collared shirt, khaki pants and brown shoes. Hancock left on foot and was seen walking towards Hwy 98. Hancock left his car, […]
Read morePost Views: 413 Waves for Wild Things to benefit E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center …November 1 aboard the SOLARIS yacht September 15, 2013 (Freeport, FL)…Enjoy a special evening of dinner, entertainment and a sunset cruise aboard the SOLARIS yacht departing from Baytowne Marina in Sandestin on Friday, November 1, at 5 p.m. Join the E.O. Wilson […]
Read morePost Views: 287 WALTON COUNTY REPAIRS CR 30A AT BIG REDFISH LAKE; ANTICIPATE OPENING SOON DeFuniak Springs, FL… Beginning last week, the Walton County District 5 Road Crew began work to back-fill and repair the area of CR 30A at Big Redfish Lake where the road collapsed during an August rain event. At this time, […]
Read morePost Views: 414 Town Hall Meeting with Sheriff Michael Adkinson Sheriff Adkinson and key members of his staff will be available to meet with citizens in an informal setting at four locations during the month of September. Tuesday, September 10th – Walton County Sheriff’s Office Paxton Substation, 21527 US Hwy 331 North at 6 […]
Read morePost Views: 444 The Google eCity Award recognizes the strongest online business community in each state. Google and independent research firm Ipsos MORI analyzed the online strength of local small businesses in cities in all fifty states. The city with the highest scores in each state was designated a 2013 Google eCity It comes […]
Read morePost Views: 404 Pandora’s Steakhouse of Grayton Beach Releases August and September Music Schedule August 23, 2013 (DESTIN, Fla.) – Pandora’s Steakhouse of Grayton Beach has released their daily music schedule for August and September 2013. Featuring local favorites as well as regional acts from around the South, Pandora’s music lineup will continue to be […]
Read morePost Views: 167 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Missing/Runaway Juvenile named Savannah A. Krinke-Mayhue. Krinke-Mayhue was last seen on August 14, 2013, at 1:02 A.M. by the DeFuniak Springs Police Department. Krinke-Mayhue is a 17 year old white female, 5’2, 115 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Mayhue may be traveling […]
Read morePost Views: 395 In an effort to deter and prevent auto burglaries throughout Walton County, the Crime Prevention Unit of the Walton County Sheriff’s Office has implemented a program called HIDE, LOCK, TAKE. The premise is simple: HIDE your things, LOCK your car and TAKE your keys. The program has been implemented throughout the United […]
Read morePost Views: 333 Back to School Safety Most children think of school as their second home – a place where they feel safe. On Thursday, August 8, students will return to school and the Walton County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind motorists to allow for extra traveling time and be alert for school zones and […]
Read morePost Views: 343 Global Sea Level Rise Is Ending News Conference Monday, August 5, 2013 Press Release 6-2013 9:00 am The Space and Science Research Corporation (SSRC) announces today that a news conference has been scheduled for August 21, 2013, during which the end of global sea level rise will be formally declared and a […]
Read morePost Views: 187 Photo Caption: Founding sponsors of South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival present a $30,000 check to Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation to benefit children’s charities, July 30, 2013. Back row L to R: Bill Bubel, Howard Group; Richard Ross, Hilton Sandestin; Gary Brielmayer, Hilton Sandestin; Lauren Magli, Destin Charity Wine Auction […]
Read morePost Views: 179 Good Samaritan Receives Life Saving Certificate from the Walton County Sheriff’s Office At an awards ceremony that took place today at the Sheriff’s Office, Justin Cassidy was given a certificate of accommodation for risking his own life to save a fellow citizen, Stephen E Ruder. On May 27, 2013, Ruder was […]
Read morePost Views: 184 A story to think upon: A businessman was on Grayton Beach when a small boat with just one fisherman came in. Inside the small boat were several grouper and a large mackerel. He complimented the Man on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The […]
Read morePost Views: 197 Victor Nguyen, 18, of Santa Rosa Beach is charged with battery on a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest with violence. Last night (Monday), Deputy Kenneth Leavins was patrolling the Driftwood Estates subdivision located in Santa Rosa Beach due to the recent residential and car burglaries in the area. Deputy […]
Read morePost Views: 258 ****** UPDATE ****** Missing/Endangered Adult Found The Walton County Sheriff’s Office located Max “Mickey” Hubert Garodnick, 47, of Freeport at 11:15 am today July 23rd . Garodnick was seen on a boat named “Mother” moored at the Freeport Shipyard on Lafayette Creek. Prior to contact, members of the Walton […]
Read morePost Views: 670 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michael Durward Hayes, 56, on July 10th. Hayes formerly owned and operated Scavenger’s Consignment Store located at 4552 US Hwy 98, Santa Rosa Beach. The investigation began in November 2011 when victims contacted the Sheriff’s Office after noticing fraudulent purchases on their credit cards. […]
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