Post Views: 221 The Visit South Walton Volunteer Beach Ambassador Team along with Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles invites all community members and visitors to join International Coastal Cleanup 2021 on the public beaches of South Walton. The event takes place Saturday, September 18, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. To help spread out volunteers, […]
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Post Views: 287 Say hello to fall at the Hammock Bay Pumpkin Patch, October 9, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the Hammock Bay Town Green. This event is open to the public. Attendees will be able to purchase pumpkins, corn stalks, hay bales, boiled and raw peanuts, yellow squash, sweet potatoes, and […]
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Post Views: 251 #RockTheBeach #SandJamFest (Nashville, Tennessee…) – August 24, 2021 – Due to the ongoing public health emergency caused by current Covid-19 cases in Bay County, Florida and across the country, the 2021 SandJam Music Festival Presented by Rockstar Energy Drink is being postponed. Originally scheduled for October 1-3, 2021, the event is being […]
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Post Views: 231 D’Pure, a company based in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, is focused on helping people have better air quality in their homes and workplaces in Destin, FL, and surrounding areas. Some of their services include mold inspection, mold air testing, asbestos testing, dust mites testing, asbestos abatement, MVOC’s and TVOC’s testing, testing for […]
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Post Views: 251 VERO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Over 70 residents and guests dined at Watercrest Santa Rosa Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care for a festive ‘Family Fiesta’ highlighting the innovative technology provided by the digital health company, Sagely. Residents and guests of Watercrest Santa Rosa Beach enjoyed a ‘Family Fiesta’ […]
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Post Views: 281 516 Project, a construction ministry non-profit is holding it’s first workday in Panama City July 31, 2021. 516 Project is ready to Build Access to Hope for the residents of the Panama City region. 516 Project is partnering with Northstar Church to assist families in need of home repairs, wheelchair ramps and […]
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Post Views: 232 Youngstown, Fla. (July 28, 2021) – E. F. San Juan believes that building, renovating, and restoring should be an exciting, fulfilling, and pleasant experience. They believe that a partnership with E. F. San Juan can make dreams a reality when it comes to a home or commercial space. If you can imagine […]
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Post Views: 318 Plans Announced For New Stand Alone Facility SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – (July 19, 2021) The St. Joe Community Foundation recently approved a $250,000 grant award for The Point Washington Medical Clinic (PWMC). Funds will be used towards technology, medical equipment and supplies for a stand alone facility. The new 4,750 square […]
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Post Views: 314 DESCRIPTION: The Clemenza’s family is honored to be selected as a stop on the book tour for Retired Navy SEAL Chief, Eddie Gallagher, who recently released his book, “The Man in the Arena.” Released in July, the book features never-before-revealed details of Gallagher’s experience fighting for his freedom from his controversial arrest […]
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Post Views: 306 The Matrix Community Outreach Center opened the area’s newest “Little Pantry,” which provides free, nonperishable goods to those in need. Conveniently located outside of the Matrix office doors, this box gives individuals access to goods outside of normal business hours and provides a welcoming sense of normalcy for our clients. “We’re so […]
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Post Views: 259 On Tuesday, June 29th, New Jersey’s original acai superfruit bowl shop, Playa Bowls, will be opening Playa Bowls 30A. The store will celebrate it’s grand opening beginning at 11:00AM with free t-shirts and free bowls for the first 50 customers. This will be Playa’s 117th location nationwide and the 2nd in the […]
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Post Views: 284 Rags to Riches Regatta July 3, 7 a.m. at Grayton Beach The Rags to Riches Regatta is a 40-year sailing tradition where 30A locals and visitors gather to cheer on teams as they navigate 16-foot catamarans in a race from Grayton Beach (originally known as the “rags” side of town) to Seagrove […]
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Post Views: 318 VERO BEACH, Fla., June 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Watercrest Santa Rosa Beach Assisted Living and Memory Care celebrated the unique life experiences and accomplishments of their residents with a signature Legacy Walk. Tribute tables lined the halls adorned with memorabilia, photos, awards, artwork, and mementos. As family members, friends, and neighbors strolled […]
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Post Views: 234 WALTON COUNTY, Fla.—June 2, 2021 ¬– Summer visitors to South Walton will once again be able to enjoy free day-use admission to Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Walton County Tourist Development Council is paying the cost of entry for day-use […]
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Post Views: 254 Running one marathon is a feat in itself. Running one in every state is phenomenal. Carolann Dunbar; member of Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club, recently completed her 52nd marathon this May, running a total of 1,362 miles in 50 states. Dunbar and her family purchased their first home in the 30A […]
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Post Views: 220 STATE OF FLORIDA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 21-105 (Emergency Management – Colonial Pipeline) WHEREAS, on May 7, 2021, Colonial Pipeline, a major U.S. fuel pipeline operator, was the target of a cyberattack that disabled certain computer systems responsible for sustaining pipeline operations; and WHEREAS, as a result of the […]
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Post Views: 291 North Beach Social is having a Crawfish Festival May 22, 2021. The party will start at 12:00 and continue through the day and night. Guests can grab a plate of crawfish with all the fixins (potatoes, corn, etc) for $15 and enjoy live music featuring Mark and Krissa from 12-3PM and Cadillac […]
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Post Views: 333 Santa Rosa Club’s “Sassy Sisters” women’s group hosts successful fundraising campaign, “Project K-9” Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club’s Sassy Sisters group presented a donation of $40,400 at their season finale event “Hats Off to Walton County Sheriff’s Office” on April 27 at Vue on 30a. At the beginning of their season, […]
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Post Views: 242 On behalf of the Historic Gulf Cemetery. Once again, the Historic Gulf Cemetery will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 31 at 10AM sharp. The 106-year-old cemetery is located at 1466 S County Highway 393 in Santa Rosa Beach. Approximately 150 veterans are interred in the cemetery and will […]
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Post Views: 332 In May of 2020, Walton County contracted with WildStar Networks to design, install, maintain and run a fixed wireless broadband network that will offer high-speed internet service to all Walton County residents. Fixed wireless is the operation of wireless communication devices used to connect two fixed locations with a wireless link, i.e. […]
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Post Views: 370 After 35 years of working with the State of Florida and the Walton County Tax Collector’s office, James Hallford, Driver License Administrator, will be issuing his last driver’s license today and will be stepping into the retirement phase of his life. Since driver licenses were moved over to the Walton County Tax […]
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Post Views: 334 BECASA has opened a new retail space in 30Avenue, located at 12805 U.S. Hwy 98 E. They will celebrate their formal opening with a grand opening celebration titled, “BECASA’s Open Casa” on Friday, April 16 from 6-9 p.m. Founded in Apalachicola, Fla. by Emily Raffield in 2018, BECASA is a women’s boutique […]
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Post Views: 325 With Driving-Tests, Walton County Public Library System Patrons Will Have Access to Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Practice Tests, For Free The popular driver education platform Driving-Tests.org is now available through the Walton County Public Library System, no library card required. Patrons can access Driving-Tests to start preparing for their DMV knowledge […]
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Post Views: 259 The Island by Hotel RL invites healthcare professionals to experience self care and sunshine at their resort in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The Island recently completed a $15+ million property-wide renovation and features a beautiful Grotto pool and swim-up bar, over 600 feet of private beach, heated pool, and so much more. […]
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Post Views: 293 Due to inclement weather, The Ships Chandler has rescheduled the groundbreaking ceremony of their second marine and service center, located at 17309 US Hwy 331 in Freeport, to Thursday, February 25 at 9 a.m. Constructed by Chapman Building and Consulting and designed by Philip Spann and Associates, the new building will create […]
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Post Views: 227 PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour, the Emerald Coast Classic at Sandestin, seeking volunteers n a variety of roles Sandestin, FL (February 14, 2021)…The Emerald Coast Classic at Sandestin will be played at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort’s Raven Golf Club the week of March 29 – April 4, with 156 players competing for […]
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Post Views: 238 In 2020, Chef Jim Shirley received two honors, the first was becoming the 16th recipient of the Van Ness Butler Jr. Hospitality Award. The award honors and recognizes excellence in the hospitality, service, travel/tourism, advertising and promotion industries, as well as contributions to the local community. Shirley’s contributions to the community throughout […]
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Post Views: 272 Café Thirty-A Raises Record-Breaking $35,564 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton Café Thirty-A held its annual Charity Ball on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at the restaurant. After being rescheduled from the original December date, the winter event raised a record-breaking total of $35,564 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton, an […]
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Post Views: 219 Garden plans to open spring 2021 Cultivate Community Gardens (CCG), the first community garden in South Walton, announced the organization is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the J.W. Couch Foundation. The funds will be used towards the initial construction of the garden to be installed this spring at Padgett Park […]
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Post Views: 282 Caring & Sharing of South Walton is excited to share details for its 12th Annual Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon. This year’s event will be held on Sunday, Feb. 28 at the Vue on 30a. “We look forward to this event every year. It is a great opportunity for us to showcase […]
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Post Views: 227 The Tradewinds subdivision will be located on Regatta Bay’s renowned golf course DESTIN, Fla. (January 26, 2021) – Destin Custom Home Builders (DCHB), the residential construction company for Legendary, is pleased to announce that they will break ground on their latest project within Regatta Bay – Tradewinds – on Wednesday, February 10 […]
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Post Views: 252 The expansion comes as has provided Publix with additional doses of the Moderna vaccine to be administered to individuals ages 65 and older. Vaccinations are provided to eligible individuals, by appointment only, while supplies last, and at no cost to the individual. Appointments can be made using the online reservation system at […]
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Post Views: 263 Walton County will be receiving its first round of COVID-19 vaccines within the next few days. As directed by the State of Florida, these first deliveries will go directly to Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast hospital and will be shared with Healthmark hospital for high risk frontline health care workers. The vaccines […]
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Post Views: 222 Marlin Grill will celebrate 2021 with an elegant New Year’s Eve Dinner on Thursday, December 31. There will be two seatings at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. featuring a selection of prime steaks, decadent seafood, and Marlin Grill’s famous, hand-crafted desserts. Diners will enjoy a four-course dinner menu while surrounded by extravagant […]
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Post Views: 287 The much-anticipated Destin High School (DHS) is slated to open for 9th and 10th graders (and currently investigating the possibility of 11th graders) in August of 2021. The tuition-free public charter school is under contract to purchase the Grace Lutheran property, located at 4325 Commons Drive West, next to the Mattie Kelly […]
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Post Views: 430 The Taylor Haugen Foundation Board approves expansion of the Taylor Haugen Trophy award to now include a $1,000 donation to the athletic department of the Trophy winner’s school. This is in addition to the winner earning the Trophy and a $1,000 scholarship. Every February the prestigious Taylor Haugen Trophy is awarded to […]
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Post Views: 310 The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center’s (ECCAC) Young Ambassador board recently hosted a fundraiser at the Marina Café on the harbor in Destin. The restaurant was kind enough to donate 50% of the evening’s bar sales which amounted to a $1,278.69 donation. Marina Café GM Lee Pardue, presents a $1,278.69 donation to […]
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Post Views: 448 Visitors are invited to ring in the New Year in Panama City Beach with the first “Visit Panama City Beach New Year’s Eve Fireworks” celebration on December 31, 2020. This breathtaking fireworks display will feature not one, but three different fireworks shows and can be viewed in-person on the destination’s 27 miles […]
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Post Views: 331 George’s at Alys Beach has begun taking reservations for a four course New Year’s Eve dinner at the popular Alys Beach restaurant on Thursday, December 31, 2020. There are four seatings that night (6:00, 6:30, 8:00, and 8:30), but they will book fast. The menu, created by Executive Chef Camille Withall and […]
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Post Views: 284 Panama City, FL.–The Visual & Performing Arts Division at Gulf Coast State College is proud to present two virtual annual Holiday Concerts, featuring an array of holiday favorites that encompass the spirit of the season. Information on all events can be found at www.gulfcoast.edu/arts. • The Singing Commodores and Jazz Ensemble will […]
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Post Views: 263 The Florida Department of Emergency Management is providing free drive-thru rapid COVID-19 testing. Drive-thru Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. School District Bus Barn Just North of Freeport High School 12615 US-331 Business Freeport, FL 32439 To be tested, individuals should bring a valid photo ID; minors under age […]
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Post Views: 302 A new grocery delivery service is now open in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, just in time for the holiday rush “Pristine Grocery Delivery of 30A only selects the freshest ingredients and quality products that meet our high standards.” — Vanessa Goodman A new grocery delivery service is now open in Santa Rosa […]
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Post Views: 290 The Florida Chautauqua Theater, located in Downtown DeFuniak Springs, recently announced a Sunday Matinee Series. The first movies to be shown in the historic theater in over 35 years, the series will begin on Sunday, November 29, 2020, with a collection of holiday films beginning at 3:00 p.m. weekly. First movies to […]
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Post Views: 265 INTERNATIONAL SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS BY-COUNTRY *Last updated 11/01/20 #1 International Market | 2019 Visitation = 3.6M CANADA: SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS 01 QUARANTINE – The Government of Canada Official Global Travel Advisory to avoid non -essential travel outside Canada remains in place. Travelers returning to Canada from abroad are required to self-isolate for 14-days as […]
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Post Views: 318 Walton County Animal Services has been selected as a beneficiary of the Community Bag Program for the month of November. The Winn-Dixie Community Bag Program, which launched in February 2019, is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal to make a difference in the communities where shoppers live […]
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Post Views: 236 Supporting the Troops is Sweet! You might “snicker” when you hear that a dentist is asking for candy, but Cook Family Dentistry has great “reeses” why. Dr. Cassidy Cook and the team at Cook Family Dentistry of Santa Rosa Beach are continuing their annual Halloween tradition of encouraging local kids to donate […]
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Post Views: 421 Thompson 31Fifty Winery and Crust Artisan Bakery and Italian Restaurant graciously hosted a wine dinner that benefits the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Centers in Niceville and DeFuniak Springs. Julie Porterfield, CEO of ECCAC commented, “For many years, Mike and Val Thompson, owners of Thompson 31Fifty Wine in California, along with Mark and […]
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Post Views: 417 Despite a pandemic, a national recession and a year that keeps throwing curve balls, Burn Boot Camp opened its doors in Pier Park on Monday, October 5th. Burn Boot Camp Panama City Beach is the 273rd Burn Boot Camp location to open in the country. Co-founded in a parking lot by husband-and-wife […]
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Post Views: 295 Local non-profit, Children’s Volunteer Health Network, has announced that Kelley Mossburg has officially joined the team as executive director. Mossburg comes from 35 years of senior-level corporate experience. Throughout his career, Mossburg has owned his own business and has served in a number of non-profits as a board member, board chairman, and […]
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Post Views: 243 The Non-Profit Pensapreneur Kids, Inc, will be hosting their annual Pensacola Children’s Business Fair this year on November 7th and November 14th from 10am-12pm CST to create a space for kids ages 5-17 to learn these skills and put them to use in a marketplace format. This year’s fair will be in […]
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