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Post Views: 538 Conexion Media Group’s 6th Annual Festival gets bigger and better each year! We invite everyone to our Festival at the beautiful Landing Park in Fort Walton Beach!  It will take place on Sunday, April 21, 11am – 7pm. More than 60 nations will be represented via music, food, folklore, and art with […]

Post Views: 310 For Neurodiversity Resource of the Panhandle La Luna Children’s Boutique, located in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®, raised $3,000 for the Neurodiversity Resource of the Panhandle during their Second Annual Spring Fashion Show and Easter Bunny Arrival, held on Saturday, March 9. The event welcomed over 100 families to Grand Boulevard’s North Lawn […]

Post Views: 1,167 Costa Family McDonald’s official ground breaking ceremony of the first McDonald’s location in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. on Wednesday, March 20. Community leaders, members of the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce, and fellow Costa employees gathered to celebrate the new restaurant, located adjacent to the Santa Rosa Beach Publix at 2010 US […]

Post Views: 429 The Courtyard at Pescado in Rosemary Beach is hosting an evening of Bodegas Emilio Moro Spanish Wines on April 11, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Indulge in a sensory journey through the rich heritage of Spanish wines with Bodegas Emilio Moro Vineyards at this exclusive tasting evening hosted by Alberto Medina […]

Post Views: 1,786 Does this fail or pass ? From Walton County — Press Release: A Beach Within Reach: Access May Look Different, But Still Accessible Walton County is widely regarded and celebrated for its 26 miles of sugar-white sand paired with incredible turquoise waters. It’s truly a breathtaking sight, and the reason that many […]

Post Views: 487 Walton County – March 11, 2024 – County Engineer Chance Powell confirmed that Deer Lake Bridge on C.R. 30-A, which had been closed for repairs, reopened Friday afternoon. The project is not finished yet and there will likely be temporary lane closures as contractors work on final punch list items. “Right now, […]

Post Views: 744 Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) and Panama City Comedy are proud to present Comedy at the Boulevard, Saturday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m. Come for an uproarious night of laughs! ECTC presents some of the Southeast’s most hilarious comedians! This hysterical event will be hosted by resident funny guy Jason Hedden and […]

Post Views: 1,765 Very low, one-way fares between The Emerald Coast and New Haven start at $79 Avelo Airlines announced today exclusive nonstop service between the Florida Panhandle’s Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) and Southern Connecticut’s most convenient airport – Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN). Avelo is the first and only airline offering nonstop service between […]

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Post Views: 317 Available on Google Play, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android, Samsung Canyon Star TV officially announced the launch of its first round of institutional funding with a target close date of May 2024 after raising $800K from friends and family, and a successful year of organically acquiring content and users. Canyon Star […]

Post Views: 564 In Northwest Florida through wide-reaching Tourism Collaboration Okaloosa County, Florida – The northern Gulf of Mexico has a new addition to its extensive artificial reef system with the deployment of the 239-foot R/V DEEP STIM III. The vessel, deployed on Jan. 30, 2024, joins hundreds of other artificial reefs already deployed off […]

Post Views: 1,576 The Highland Group is pleased to announce that construction is set to begin for The Grove at Seascape Resort, a luxuriously appointed, multi-phase development within the Seascape Golf, Beach & Tennis Resort in Miramar Beach, Florida. This expansive project is set to redefine luxury living on the Emerald Coast. The Grove at […]

Post Views: 594 CULTURAL ARTS ALLIANCE OF WALTON COUNTY AND SOUTH WALTON ARTIFICIAL REEF ASSOCIATION REVEAL NINE DESIGNS SELECTED FOR SIXTH UNDERWATER MUSEUM OF ART INSTALLATION The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) and South Walton Artificial Reef Association (SWARA) are proud to reveal the nine new sculpture designs, chosen by jury for permanent […]

Post Views: 495 According to a report published in the VisitSouthWalton newsletter, Tourist Development Tax collections showed a 6.6 percent decrease in South Walton for August 2023 compared with the previous year. Total collections for August 2023 in South Walton were $5,433,317.90. The Tourist Development Tax, or bed tax, is a 5-percent tax collected on […]

Post Views: 3,548 The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, and First Capital Finance/Florida First Capital (FCF/FFC) have renewed their partnership to help small businesses access the capital they need to grow and create jobs. The Florida SBDC Network and FCF/FFC have nourished a longstanding partnership. […]

Post Views: 570 It is often said that if you want to continue to enjoy sausage, it is never a good idea to watch it being made. That probably holds true for crafting governmental budgets, too. At Monday night’s final Budget Hearing, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) took several hours to craft […]

Post Views: 1,154 The 516 Project is pleased to announce its upcoming Veterans Serve Day on September 30, 2023. This initiative is aimed at providing a much-needed wheelchair ramp for a local disabled Air Force Veteran. This will make a lasting impact by providing safe access to their home. 516 Project serves Bay County and […]

Post Views: 539 – South Walton Fire District (SWFD) firefighters responded to a shooting incident Thursday evening alongside Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputies, in which firefighters transported two individuals with gunshot wounds and extinguished a fatal vehicle fire. SWFD dispatchers received the 911 call at 11:03 p.m. stating an unknown person was shooting at […]

Post Views: 658 The Panama City Beach Parks & Recreation Department is celebrating Fall this weekend, with its inaugural Fall Festival & Farmers Market from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, September 23 at Aaron Bessant Park. Bring the family out for this free, fun event that will include more than 50 vendors. Shop for fresh produce […]

Post Views: 609 The Friends of the Coastal Branch Library are excited to announce the return of their annual book sale, a community tradition spanning more than 20 years. This year’s sale will feature the largest selection of books to date, including vintage books and records. The event is set to take place on October […]

Post Views: 959 Most Walton County residents know what a special place this is, yet at the most recent meeting of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), everyone discovered that Walton County may be even more unique than we previously suspected. Noted filmmaker Arix Zalace and Sean Couch, entrepreneur and philanthropist, discussed the […]

Post Views: 561 THE BRIGHTER LIFE SHOW, LEE BENTON MINISTRIES, THE WEEKEND FREE-FOR-ALL, SEE THE UNSEEN, AND MORE TO NEW FAMILY-FRIENDLY STREAMING PLATFORM Includes Cartoon Favorites From Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, Bugs Bunny, Sylvester The Cat, Tweety Bird, and more! “It is exciting to have a new outlet that is featuring our music and stories. […]

Post Views: 588 Urgent Response Leads to Legal Consequences In a critical and deeply unsettling animal rescue operation, Alaqua Animal Refuge, led by founder Laurie Hood, intervened in a life-threatening situation involving dozens of animals. The effort was coordinated in partnership with Deputy Sheriff Greg Barton of Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, Walton County Sheriff’s Office, […]

Post Views: 419 GulfSAR is continuously monitoring weather conditions and the projected path of Tropical Storm Idalia. Current forecast models have Tropical Storm Idalia strengthening as it crosses the Eastern Gulf of Mexico and rapidly developing into what is projected to be MAJOR Hurricane status as it approaches Florida’s Western Coast. With projected rainfalls and […]

Post Views: 425 Essential School Supplies for Students in Need Step One Automotive Group, a leading automotive dealership network with locations across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, proudly announces its successful participation in the community-led “Stuff the Bus” initiative. Focused on providing essential school supplies to students in low-income families, Step One Automotive Group transformed its […]

Post Views: 417 Saltwater Restaurants Inc. is proud of its ongoing partnership with the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge. In a heartfelt collaboration, the organizations celebrated the release of a rehabilitated Blue Heron named “Bob” in honor of Robert “Bob” Bonezzi, founder of Saltwater Restaurants, Inc. The release event took place on Monday, August 21st, at […]

Post Views: 1,734 After a nationwide search, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) announces the appointment of Quinn Roberston to the position of County Administrator. “The Board is excited to welcome our new County Administrator to Walton County to lead our team,” said Danny Glidewell, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. “Quinn […]

Post Views: 941 — South Walton Fire District (SWFD) firefighters responded to a residential structure fire early Saturday morning on Sugar Cove Road in Santa Rosa Beach. The original 911 caller reported a fire was spreading throughout a home’s garage, engulfing a vehicle and the contents inside. Firefighters arrived on-scene at 1:30 a.m. to find […]

Post Views: 999 MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. — South Walton Fire District (SWFD) Advanced Life Support (ALS) transported two people to the hospital in critical condition and one in stable condition Saturday afternoon following a multi-victim water rescue in Miramar Beach. The incident originated at 12:52 p.m. when a 911 caller reported to SWFD Dispatchers that […]

Post Views: 1,384 BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH, Fla. — South Walton Fire District (SWFD) Advanced Life Support (ALS) units transported an approximately 60-year-old man in critical condition Thursday afternoon following a drowning incident in Blue Mountain Beach. The incident originated at 12:02 p.m. when beach patrons notified SWFD’s Tower 31 lifeguard that bystanders had pulled an […]

Post Views: 269 Heartfelt Tribute to Late Friend: In a touching homage to his late friend, songwriter, Wes Herndon, has fulfilled a poignant promise by recording and releasing a remarkable tune that he and his friend, Ken Sloan, cowrote together before his Ken’s untimely passing. The tongue in cheek blues composition serves as an example […]

Post Views: 372 Walton County continues to thrive as a top-tier travel destination and tourism economy, according to the Walton County Tourism Department’s recently released 2022 Tourism Update. “We were blessed with another strong year in 2022, which is a testament to the hard work that our accommodations, restaurant, and business partners put in throughout […]

Post Views: 254 SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. — South Walton-area motorists who utilize a navigation app or system during their drive now receive advance-warning alerts from South Walton Fire District apparatus responding to emergencies. These Safety Cloud alerts aim to better protect motorists and first responders, as well as assist in improving emergency response times, […]

Post Views: 269 RIP Medical Debt Collaborates with Panhandle Resident Ryan “Jume” Jumonville to Spread Love RIP Medical Debt and Ryan “Jume” Jumonville, announced a new agreement today that will eliminate $100,000,000 of patient medical debt for Floridians. Beginning in May, the lucky Sunshine State residents benefiting from this gift will be receiving letters notifying […]

Post Views: 404 Blue Lupine is a public beach access located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and it has been the center of a dispute between local residents and property owners. The controversy revolves around the access point, which provides public entry to the beach. Property owners in the area claim that the access point […]

Post Views: 476 Pink meanie jellyfish (Drymonema larsoni) are a unique species of jellyfish that have been observed in the Gulf of Mexico since 2000. With a bell diameter of up to 60 cm and a distinctive pink color, they are hard to miss. While they are not considered to be highly venomous, their short […]

Post Views: 350 Santa Rosa Beach FL – March 1983 marks the humble beginning of Footprints Gifts. A transformed gas station was reimagined into an apartment complex and then eventually converted into a retail store by Janet Reeves for the “Footprints Gift Shop.” This Miramar Beach “Mom and Pop” gift store is a genuine success […]

Post Views: 329 Spring break is a popular time for college students to flock to the beaches of Panama City Beach in Florida. However, in an effort to prevent excessive partying and potential dangers associated with alcohol consumption, an alcohol ban is in place during certain dates. The alcohol ban typically runs from the first […]

Post Views: 278 30 Years After Giving Up SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLORIDA: March 21, 2023 – After taking a 30-year hiatus from the music industry to pursue a “normal” career, Wes Herndon is back and ready to give a career in music another attempt. At 52 years old, Wes Herndon is not your typical musician. […]

Post Views: 284 Step One Automotive Group, in partnership with United Way, will give a family in need the gift of mobility with the 2023 Driving Opportunity program. On March 31st, 2023, Step One Automotive Group will announce the winning family on Facebook Live. Step One Automotive Group, a community-involved organization, recognizes the importance of […]

Post Views: 283 The Walton County Tourism Department is pleased to announce Bradley Copeland as the 2023 Walton County Artist of the Year. She accepted the award during the annual Perfect in Walton County Awards held at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa.  The Walton County Tourism Department is pleased to announce Bradley […]

Post Views: 527 Release Date: January 25, 2023 WALTON COUNTY, FL – National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee conducted preliminary damage assessments in the affected areas of south Walton County, where they confirmed Sunday’s severe weather system as an EF 2 tornado with maximum wind speeds of approximately 115 MPH. According to NWS, the tornado touched […]

Post Views: 409 2022 will soon be signed, sealed, and delivered – and Pescado is ready to celebrate! Pescado (upstairs) will be offering two options for reservations this New Year’s Eve – December 31, 2022 – an Early Bird Reservation Time for $250.0 + 7% Tax and 23% Gratuity AND a Late Night Reservation Time […]