SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. – Blush Beauty Lounge, a local beauty destination known for blending cutting-edge skincare with a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere, will celebrate the grand opening of their second location at 32 East County Highway 30A, Suite 202, on Thursday, July 31. Located in Grayton Corners, Blush’s new 2,000-square foot space features four private […]
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Back Beach Barbecue continues to serve more than just great food—they’re serving their community too. This local favorite just marked a major milestone in true Southern style, and it’s a story worth sharing. On Saturday, June 14, Back Beach Barbecue celebrated its eighth anniversary with the return of its beloved Annual Hog Bash, raising $2,500 for South […]
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Programs Available in DeFuniak Springs, Miramar Beach, and Freeport Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2025 Fall Educational Theatre programs are going to be ‘off-the-charts’ fun! These programs provide creative and engaging classes designed especially for young thespians from elementary to high school, as well as adult classes. ECTC offers classes for Mini Players (5yrs.-1st), Little […]
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Walton County’s Beloved Theatrical Production, Grit & Grace Returns: “The Paths We Take” Opens July 18 Celebrating Community, Resilience, and Storytelling DeFuniak Springs / Walton County, FL — Grit & Grace, the official folklife production of Walton County, Florida, proudly presents its 2025 production of “The Paths We Take.” This year’s performance continues the organization’s […]
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Tees Off This September at Raven Golf Club Sandestin, FL The 2nd Annual Golf4TheCure – Gulf Coast Tournament is returning to Sandestin, this year at the prestigious Raven Golf Club, on Friday, September 12, 2025, for an unforgettable day of golf, giving, and goodwill — all FORE a great cause! Following the remarkable success of […]
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The first day school opened at the 30Avenue location, which has proven great success in attendance and programming. Miramar Beach, Fla. We are pleased to announce that Ohana Day School, a branch of the Ohana Institute educational system for children ages 3 to 5 years, has opened a second school conveniently located at Grand Boulevard […]
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When it comes to discovering secret “Where the locals go” dining along 30A in Florida, there are several fantastic restaurants to choose from. While Redd’s Pub is undoubtedly one of the best secret local spots, here is a list of ten top restaurants, including Redd’s, for you to explore: Redd’s Pub Located in Santa Rosa […]
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For Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital of the Emerald Coast Cardiovascular Care MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation’s second annual Wine Down Wednesday event, hosted on May 14 at Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, raised $4,681.92 for cardiovascular care at Sacred Heart Hospital of the Emerald Coast, advancing life-saving heart services. Presented by Lynn McKenzie […]
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Miramar Beach, Fla. — Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s Educational Program is proud to present Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 7pm. A cast of eccentric characters meet at a mansion, only to become suspects of a murder that a singular genius detective will eventually solve. […]
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DeSantis Signs Senate Bill 1622: What It Means for Beach Access in Walton County Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. – June 2025 Governor Ron DeSantis has signed Senate Bill 1622, a move being hailed by local officials as a major step toward restoring the public’s ability to access Florida’s sandy shores. The new law repeals a […]
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Honoring the Past, Restoring the Future Press Release Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation to Host Celebration of Life on July 4th for Public Safety Diver and Firefighter, Mark Phillips Panama City Beach, FL – The Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation is honored to announce a Celebration of Life event for Mark Phillips, a dedicated Public Safety Diver […]
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WATERCOLOR, Fla. – Indigo 30A, located at 6 Watercolor Boulevard South, is celebrating new owner, Rayna Bishop, with a grand opening celebration on Thursday, June 26 at the store located in the heart of Watercolor. Originally from Bainbridge, Georgia, Bishop first moved to the Emerald Coast in 2010 after graduating from college and later becoming […]
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For Sacred Heart Bay Hospital’s Cardiovascular Services PANAMA CITY – Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation’s inaugural Paint the Town Red Gala, presented by The Chapman Family Foundation, raised $64,962.24 for Sacred Heart Bay Hospital’s cardiovascular services. In honor of Hearth Month, guests donned their best red formal attire and gathered at the Boardwalk Convention Center to […]
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— Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to present Chicago – Teen Edition on Friday, June 20 at 7pm and Saturday, June 21 at 5pm. Chicago, the legendary and award-winning Broadway musical about fame, fortune, and acquittal, is now available to be performed by high schools and theatre programs around the world. Specifically designed […]
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at Destin Commons and Launches Online Shopping Platform DESTIN, Fla. Lifestyle fashion brand EKKO opened its first U.S. retail location at the Destin Commons, located at 4100 Legendary Drive, on Friday, June 6. The brand will simultaneously launch their online shopping platform www.ekko.style. Founded in 2013 on the tropical island of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, EKKO […]
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WATERSOUND BEACH, Fla. – The South Walton Fire District is now the professional beach safety services provider for WaterSound Beach with the opening of its 18th lifeguard tower on Tuesday, June 10. The tower is funded through a contractual agreement between SWFD and St. Joe Resort Operations, LLC, with support from the WaterSound Beach Homeowners […]
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The community is invited to raise a glass as Redd’s Pub celebrates its 12th Anniversary and Grand Reopening on Friday, June 20th, at its new home: 3906 Hwy 98 W, Unit 1, Santa Rosa Beach. After relocating from its iconic 30A location last November, Redd’s Pub “Someplace Else”—has continued to serve up great food, drinks, […]
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Cultural Arts Alliance Announces Artists Featured in Foster Gallery Outreach Exhibitions Across Walton County Creative Cafe reception scheduled for Saturday, June 7th from 10 a.m. – Noon at the Coastal Branch Library SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) is pleased to announce the newest Foster Gallery rotations, featuring original […]
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Destin, FL- SunQuest Cruises invites families to celebrate the dads in their lives with a special Father’s Day Sunset Dinner Cruise aboard the luxurious Solaris Yacht, offering an evening filled with fine dining, live entertainment, and stunning views of the Emerald Coast. On Sunday, June 15, guests will embark on a three-hour cruise departing from […]
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Destin Commons and Launches Online Shopping Platform DESTIN, Fla. – Lifestyle fashion brand EKKO is set to open its first U.S. retail location at the Destin Commons, located at 4100 Legendary Drive, on Friday, June 6 at 11:30 a.m. The brand will simultaneously launch their online shopping platform www.ekko.style. Founded in 2013 on the tropical […]
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL – A gray and rainy morning didn’t stop the Gulfarium CARE Center from celebrating another successful sea turtle release at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Despite the less-than-ideal weather, a large crowd of supporters gathered to witness the heartwarming moment these turtles made their way home. Among the turtles released was […]
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Celebrates Eight Years in Business with Annual Hog Bash Event Proceeds will benefit South Walton Academy June 14th from 12-4 p.m. the Panama City Beach restaurant will welcome guests for an afternoon celebration featuring a whole smoked hog, live music, and refreshments by local purveyors including Idyll Hounds Brewing Company. For a $20 donation, diners will […]
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This Battle Of The Bands will be one of the most epic to take place July 5th Grayton Beer Company! Come join us! Seating is limited, get tix now at DwightFest.com before it sells out! A little about the show…. The incredible Will Thompson Band and The Pickled Pickers will battle it out with songs […]
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Miramar Beach, Fla. — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to present Divas & Dancing Queens Friday, June 6 and Friday, July 11, 2025, at 7 pm. Enjoy a night of sizzling entertainment at ECTC’s Divas and Dancing Queens Revue, where our talented performers dazzle you with the carefree spirit of timeless hits. This sparkling showcase features […]
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The Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation is proud to announce a heartfelt Celebration of Life for US Army Sergeant Tommy Walter Mullis, a Vietnam Veteran whose legacy will be honored through a unique underwater memorial reef donated by Harman Metal Arts. This special event, scheduled for Memorial Day, will begin at 7:30 AM at the Man […]
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Walton County Board of Commissioners Discusses House Bill 1622 on Beach Customary Use Walton County During the most recent meeting of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), at the behest of BCC Vice Chair Dan Curry, Interim County Attorney Clay Adkinson gave board members his legal interpretation of House Bill 1622 regarding customary […]
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EXPANDS AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS AT 2025 SPRING CONCERT DESTIN, FL Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Sinfonia Youth Orchestra (SYO) capped off its 2024–2025 season with an uplifting and memorable Spring Concert entitled “Out of This World” on Sunday, May 4, at Destin High School. The free concert series featured nearly 100 student musicians performing intergalactic-inspired music across two […]
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from The St. Joe Community Foundation’s “Read to Feed” Program PANAMA CITY, Fla Food For Thought Outreach, a local 501(c)3 organization that works to bridge the meal gap in the lives of food insecure children in Walton and Okaloosa counties, is pleased to announce they have received a $58,398 grant from The St. Joe Community […]
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Kara Grainger replaces previously scheduled Dear Amy: Amy Winehouse Tribute concert DESTIN, FLORIDA — Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) announces a special addition to its 2025 Concerts in the Village lineup: international blues-rock artist Kara Grainger will take the Dugas Pavilion stage on Thursday, May 8, bringing her signature soulful slide guitar and powerhouse vocals […]
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach, FL Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is thrilled to announce the success of its second annual CARE on the Coast fundraiser, held on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Thanks to the incredible support of our community, sponsors, and guests, the event raised over $100,000 in vital funds to support the Gulfarium CARE Center’s mission […]
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OF THE RECORDING ACADEMY AND APPOINTED TO EDUCATION COMMITTEE Fuller is currently the only professional member from Northwest Florida in the prestigious organization DESTIN, FL – Sinfonia Gulf Coast, the region’s only fully professional orchestra, proudly announces that its Founder and Music & Artistic Director, Demetrius Fuller, has been accepted as a Professional Member into […]
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MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. The popular LadyGang podcast, hosted by Keltie Knight, Becca Tobin, and Jac Vanek, have partnered with Topeka, innovators of the boutique music vacation weekend, to create LadyWorld presented by e.l.f. Cosmetics. Featuring a lineup of most listened to podcasters, comedians, iconic musicians, curated activations, and much more, the three-day destination retreat will […]
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Florida and Alabama are moving toward new shark safety measures after a surge in shark encounters — and changing coastal environments may be part of the story. 🦈 The Incident That Sparked Change In June 2024, the calm beaches of the Florida Panhandle were shaken by an unprecedented event: three shark attacks occurred within just […]
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SINFONIA SALUTES AT ALYS BEACH Free outdoor concert brings family fun, patriotic flair, and a mesmerizing drone show to the Alys Beach Amphitheatre Sunday, May 26 DESTIN, FL The streets of Alys Beach will come alive with music, laughter, and dancing as Sinfonia Gulf Coast continues its beloved Memorial Day weekend tradition with the annual […]
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MAY 17 Northwest Florida’s only fully professional orchestra in the region concludes main event season with boundary-pushing orchestral mash-up “when symphony meets hip hop” DESTIN, FL Sinfonia Gulf Coast continues its mission to entertain, educate and inspire with a genre-defying season finale that lives up to its tagline: Your Symphony Experience … Redefined. On Saturday, […]
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL – – Redd’s Pub, the Emerald Coast’s go-to destination for exceptional food and unforgettable entertainment, is excited to announce the debut of its new weekly menu feature: the “Celebrity Sandwich.” Every Tuesday, Redd’s will unveil a unique sandwich inspired by the favorite foods of iconic celebrities, giving diners a chance to […]
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Tickets on Sale Now! Get ready to enjoy a day of delicious crawfish, entertainment, friends, food, and community spirit at the 11th Annual Crawfish Boil hosted by the Emerald Coast Community Cares Foundation (“ECCCF”)! The event will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 3pm until 8pm, at Cabana Café, 112 Seascape Driver, Miramar […]
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Miramar Beach, Fla.— Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to present Legally Blonde The Musical, May 2-8, 2025, Thursday – Saturday at 7pm, Sundays and Wednesdays at 2pm. A fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie Legally Blonde: The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal […]
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Iconic Bands, Unforgettable Tributes and Gourmet Eats Set the Stage for Spring Evenings at The Dugas Pavilion #30atv @mattiekellyartscenter DESTIN, FLORIDA Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) invites music fans to gather under the stars at the picturesque Dugas Pavilion for the much-anticipated 2025 Concerts in the Village series. From April 10 to June 12, every […]
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Billabong at Grand Boulevard to Host Launch Party Celebrating New Local Ownership MIRAMAR BEACH, Fl Billabong, located in @Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®, will host a Local Launch party on Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in honor of their new look and new ownership. @Billabong has been in Grand Boulevard since 2008, […]
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FOR SPECIAL INTERACTIVE STUDENT PERFORMANCE OF LINK UP: THE ORCHESTRA SWINGS DESTIN, FL On March 12, the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, transformed into a lively concert hall as Sinfonia Gulf Coast presented its 13th Link Up concert performance, “The Orchestra Swings.” Sinfonia Gulf Coast is the only orchestra offering […]
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Easter Bunny and Easter Egg Dash at LuLu’s on Easter Sunday LuLu’s Destin Easter Bunny & Easter Egg Dash Sunday – April 20 – Noon to 2 pm Easter Egg Dash – 1 pm At the foot of the Mid Bay Bridge Hop on over to LuLu’s to enjoy a free family fun afternoon from […]
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MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) signature event, “La Vie En Rouge,” held on Friday, March 7 raised $54,193 for the local organization. Embodied after the hit musical, Moulin Rouge!, the event brought the glitz and glamour of a 19th-century Parisian cabaret to the Emerald Coast. From entry to exit, guests were delighted […]
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SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL The Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) of Walton County, proudly announces Gerard Frank as the Featured Artist for the 37th Annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival. Frank’s custom artwork—One Man Show—will be showcased on all ArtsQuest marketing materials. The festival, a beloved May tradition, will take place May 3-4, 2025, at Grand Boulevard […]
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A New Tradition Begins April 6, 2025 (SANTA ROSA BEACH, FLA) – Vue on 30a is adding a fresh twist to Sundays with the launch of its brand-new Sunday brunch, beginning April 6, 2025. The restaurant will open its doors on Sundays, welcoming guests from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for an elevated brunch experience […]
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Artist Applications Now Open for the 30th Annual Festival of the Arts Awarding More Than $12,000 in Cash Prizes DESTIN, FLA. – The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) is now accepting artist applications for the 30th Annual Festival of the Arts, one of the most anticipated art festivals in the Southeast. This juried fine arts […]
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SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. Founded on the golf course by local friends, Ryan Byers and Kevin Tamer, The Truman App is a cutting-edge digital platform that connects both locals and visitors with the best of South Walton, including real-time information on dining, events, transportation, local safety, exclusive deals, and more. The app is now available […]
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PANAMA CITY, Fla. Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) announces that Delta Air Lines will be launching new seasonal Saturday service between LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and ECP for Summer 2025. The new service will begin on June 14, 2025, and will operate once weekly on Saturdays. Additionally, Delta will offer daily service from June 28, […]
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Florida Senate – 2025 SB 1622 By Senator Trumbull 2-01664A-25 20251622__ 1 A bill to be entitled 2 An act relating to recreational customary use of 3 beaches; repealing s. 163.035, F.S., relating to the 4 establishment of recreational customary use of 5 beaches; providing an effective date. 6 7 Be It Enacted by the […]
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For professional lifeguard services ALYS BEACH, Fla. — The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) and Alys Beach are proud to announce their partnership to provide professional beach lifeguard services for the town’s homeowners and vacation guests beginning March 1, 2025. The Alys Beach Neighborhood Association (ANBA) and SWFD finalized the agreement for services in February […]
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