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Post Views: 252 Community Partner Initiative Overview  Be Ready Alliance Coordinating For Emergencies (BRACE) has undertaken a unique community partnership building initiative with the goal of enhancing disaster readiness and response capabilities of community and faith based organizations as well as businesses throughout Florida’s northern Gulf Coast counties. Between now and November 2012 the Community […]

Post Views: 263 Walton County man injured in fall onto highway For Immediate Release April 30, 2012 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident that occurred yesterday afternoon on Hwy 331 Business in Freeport. The Sheriff’s Office received a call to respond to the area of Hwy 331 Business in the area of […]

Post Views: 195 March Video Rankings: Americans Watch over 8 Billion Video Ads While the number of content videos continued a slow decline, the number of video ads shot to new heights. By                                    Troy Dreier Posted on April 20, 2012 Page 1 More Sharing ServicesBookmark/Share Share on emailEmailShare on printPrintShare on stumbleuponStumbleShare on linkedinLinkedInShare on […]

Post Views: 235 This is a significant step forward as this reports to you directly without having to wait for news reports. Walton County Sheriff’s Office Joins CrimeReports.com, the National Crime Map Citizens have free access to neighborhood crime data through the Walton County Sheriff’s Office website and iPhone app The Walton County Sheriff’s Office […]

Post Views: 205 SOLARIS celebrates Mother’s Day with cruise giveaway Destin, FL (April 22, 2012)…Celebrate a wonderful day just for Mom aboard the SOLARIS for a Mother’s Day lunch cruise on the Choctawhatchee Bay. SunQuest Cruises is offering a freshly prepared chef’s meal and entertainment on May 13, from Noon to 2 pm., boarding will […]

Post Views: 219 30A Launches New ’30A Gear’ Website Scenic Highway 30A, Fla., April 5, 2012 – 30A.com added to its growing network this week, with the launch of 30Agear.com, a new website designed to showcase official 30A® brand products. 30Agear.com is the newest addition to 30A’s growing network   “We have over 20 great […]

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Post Views: 377       Wyndham Vacation Rentals to Host 2012 Helen Drake Invitational at TOPS’L® Beach & Racquet Resort    ResortQuest® by Wyndham Vacation Rentals offers 10 percent off onsite lodging at TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort for tournament participants Spring in Northwest Florida brings the annual return of the Helen Drake Invitational tennis […]

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Post Views: 1,571 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nationally recognized culinary professional Johnny Earles inspires new seafood dishes at Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood               Destin, FL …Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, always a leader in providing fine dining to the Northwest Florida coast, announced an extraordinary culinary collaboration with Johnny Earles. “Seagar’s is pleased to […]

Post Views: 286           For Immediate Release December 5, 2011 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) arrested Joseph Battista, 57, and Sarah Zombori, 21, both of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla., for filing a false report of a commission of a crime.  They were arrested Dec. 3. The WCSO investigation began Dec. […]

Post Views: 311 The Walton County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Damian Matthew Andrews, 29, of DeFuniak Springs, Fla. He was reported missing to the WCSO March 2, 2011.  The WCSO requested the public’s assistance in locating Andrews in June which resulted in the WCSO receiving additional information regarding his […]

Post Views: 231 Preventing Home Cooking Fires/Injuries (Santa Rosa Beach) – The holiday season is approaching and it is the time of year when family and friends come together to celebrate. Most of the holiday festivities revolve around a meal. With all the guests, distractions, and excitement of the holiday season, cooking and food preparation […]

Post Views: 219 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: 209 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: 625 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: 204   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: 205 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: 210   (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: 219 (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: 219 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: 672 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: 728 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: 723       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: 243 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: 232 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: 240 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: 672 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: 181 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: 175 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: 188   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: 230 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: 272     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: 830          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: 220 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: 210 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: 226 (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: 218 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: 222 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: 221 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: 213 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: 648 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: 757 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: 234 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: 677 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: 238 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: 244 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: 235 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 […]