Seacoast Collegiate High School, the high school under the SEASIDE SCHOOL™ umbrella, is proud to announce that senior McKazlyn “Kazz” Payne has officially signed to play collegiate golf at Oglethorpe University in Brookhaven, Georgia, in addition to receiving more than $100K in academic and athletic scholarships. The signing ceremony took place on Friday, October 25, […]
Read moreProceeds will benefit the Emerald Community Cares Foundation On Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 12pm – 4pm, the public is invited to Cabana Café, located at 112 Seascape Blvd, Miramar Beach, Florida, for their 3rd Annual Chili Cookoff. Get ready for a spicy and delicious competition where local chefs will battle it out to see […]
Read moreThe 29th Annual Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) Festival of the Arts held October 26-27 in Destin, Florida, featured exhibits of more than 100 artists from across the United States showcasing a diverse palette of artistic styles in 15 different art mediums. Highlights of the cultural weekend celebrating art, music, food and family fun featured […]
Read moreDown Island is hosting another fabulous Thanksgiving Dinner Feast on Thursday, November 28, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This three course thanksgiving feast features a starter – Lobster Bisque or salad, turkey plate, and dessert. Guests can also order off of an incredible a la carte menu or simply get a turkey plate […]
Read moreWHAT: Sunset Isle Yacht Club, located on Okaloosa Island on the south side of Choctawhatchee Bay, will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce, along with state and local officials, on Saturday, October 26 from 2-5 p.m. Guests are invited by land or boat to the […]
Read moreProceeds from the annual event benefit The Sonder Project 30A BBQ Festival, presented by 360 Blue, will take place on Friday, November 8 on the North Lawn at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®, benefiting The Sonder Project. The community is invited from 5-8 p.m. to sample unlimited barbecue, sponsored by Barker Williams and Shoreline Title, from […]
Read moreMAGGIE ROSE, SECRET SISTERS, CHARLIE STARR & BENJI SHANKS (BLACKBERRY SMOKE) and more to perform January 16 – 20, 2025 along Highway 30A in South Walton, Florida For the past 16 years, the 30A Songwriters Festival has attracted thousands of dedicated live music fans from around the world to hear original songwriters spanning multiple genres […]
Read moreThe Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA), in collaboration with Okaloosa County Coastal Resources, Oyster Corps, and FORCE BLUE, has successfully kicked off a major coastal restoration project at Liza Jackson Park. Sponsored by Publix, this initiative aims to create a living oyster reef shoreline, enhance habitat restoration, and strengthen coastal resilience. Veterans from FORCE BLUE, a […]
Read moreFOR PRESTIGIOUS TEACHING ARTISTS TRAINING INSTITUTE (TATI) COHORT Sinfonia Gulf Coast is proud to announce that Miranda Rojas, Education & Outreach Assistant, has been selected to participate in the 2024-2025 lab cohort program of the Teaching Artists Training Institute (TATI). This prestigious program is designed to equip Teaching Artists with the tools and skills necessary […]
Read moreCelebrate Choctawhatchee Bay’s Natural Beauty The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA), in partnership with the Choctawhatchee Bay Estuary Program and with financial support from the Mattie Kelly Environmental Initiative through the Northwest Florida State College Foundation, successfully hosted Family Bay Day at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Over 450 attendees […]
Read moreFOR THE 29th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS, OCT. 25-27 Do you have a heart for art? Then feel free to lend a hand. Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation is seeking volunteers for the 29th Annual Festival of the Arts kicks off on Friday, Oct. 25 with a reception at Henderson Beach Resort; the exhibition is […]
Read moreEmerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) and Panama City Comedy are proud to present Comedy at the Boulevard, Friday, October 17, 2024 at 7:00 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 Amanda Marks and features headliner Jenn Weeks, feature […]
Read moreWatch Previously Recorded Sunsets https://30a-tv.com/weathervideo/currentweather.mp4 CLICK Below for Hurricane Helene Storm Tracker Evacuation orders for portions of the Florida Panhandle are underway as a tropical system is expected to impact the state by Thursday. Gulf County: Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for all visitors in Indian Pass, Cape San Blas, and Simmons Bayou. […]
Read moreSaturday – October 26 Trunk or Treat – 11 am to 1 pm Kid’s Costume Contest – 1 pm Kids can enjoy a day full of FREE Halloween festivities and kid’s costume contest at LuLu’s Destin Annual BooLu’s Halloween event. Grab a broomstick and fly in for the fun on Saturday, October 26, from 11am […]
Read moreA CULTURAL & CULINARY EXTRAVAGANZA Crescendo! 2025 Kick off Thursday, Jan. 30 Crescendo! Vintner Dinners Friday, Feb. 28 Crescendo! Main Event Sunday, March 2 Sinfonia Gulf Coast, the vanguard of our region’s performing arts scene, reveals the lineup for its highly-anticipated three-day annual fundraiser, Crescendo!: A Cultural & Culinary Extravaganza. A creative fusion of culture, […]
Read moreThe public is invited to attend the opening of the new pedestrian underpass at the Inlet Beach Underpass Get Down on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 30Avenue in Inlet Beach. The free event starts on the south side of the underpass near Shades Bar & Grill with a ribbon cutting […]
Read moreTenth Annual Signature Event, Houndfest X, to Benefit Alaqua Animal Refuge. @followers Idyll Hounds Brewing Company’s signature event, Houndfest X, will take place Thursday – Saturday, September 26 – 28 with proceeds benefiting Alaqua Animal Refuge. To kick off the signature event, Idyll Hounds Brewing Company is partnering with Back Beach Barbecue for a VIP […]
Read moreLUMINESCENCE: CATALYST BY CANDLELIGHT AT SEASIDE CHAPEL Grammy Award-Winning Catalyst Quartet Kicks Off the 2024-2025 Season @followers Sinfonia Gulf Coast ignites its 2024-2025 season with Luminescence: Catalyst by Candlelight, a captivating concert featuring the Grammy Award-winning Catalyst Quartet on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. This intimate evening of classical music will illuminate the architecturally […]
Read moreBar Room in Grayton Now Open 7 Days a Week Black Bear Bread Co is thrilled to announce that it is now offering a full-service bar at the Bar Room, Grayton Beach location, open Sunday through Saturday from open to close. This exciting addition solidifies Black Bear’s commitment to providing a complete and elevated experience […]
Read moreProceeds to benefit Habitat for Humanity – Walton County. Almost Here! The Market Shops will host its Ninth Annual Bloody Mary Festival, benefiting Habitat for Humanity – Walton County, on Saturday, October 12. The annual event, powered by Step One Automotive Group, will feature unlimited tastes of South Walton’s most creative and innovative bloody marys, […]
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Read moreSANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. — To honor and remember the 343 firefighters lost in the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks, the South Walton Fire District (SWFD) will hold its 7th Annual 3.43 Memorial Run on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. SWFD personnel will meet at Thomas Pilcher Park beneath the Highway 331 Bridge at approximately 8:30 a.m. Then […]
Read moreNew Residential Community on Saturday, September 21st at 6:00 PM Ah, the 1920s. A decade memorialized by The Great Gatsby is lending itself to Harlans Place Foundation for an evening of decadence and a roaring twenties theme set at the beautiful Stock and Trade Co. on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM, 2668 US-98 […]
Read moreVue on 30a is thrilled to announce the launch of its much-anticipated new menu, debuting today, August 27, 2024. Under the visionary leadership of Executive Chef Christopher Mayhue and Executive Sous Chef Dalbert Hughes, this menu is set to elevate the dining experience to new heights, reflecting the unique character and tastes of the 30A […]
Read moreThe Ohana Day School will host an open house at their new facility, located in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®, on Thursday, August 29 from 3-5 p.m. The community is invited to the open house to meet the Ohana teachers and staff and tour the new facility. The new location is thoughtfully designed to create an […]
Read moreEmerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) opens the season with Jersey Boys September 20 – October 13, 2024. Jersey Boys takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of […]
Read more— Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) and Panama City Comedy are proud to present Comedy at the Boulevard, Friday, August 30, 2024 at 7:00 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 Ethan Dayo and features headliner Rahn Hortman […]
Read moreNorth Beach Social in Santa Rosa Beach is wrapping up summer with Dog Days Down, an all day music event, Saturday, August 31, 2024. Guests will enjoy live music from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. featuring: The Kennedys, The Wavy Winstons, Sunshine Wranglers, and Dion Jones & The Neon Tears. Enjoy epic hot dog specials […]
Read moreSanta Rosa Beach, Florida. Redd’s Pub, a beloved local institution known for its vibrant “Dive Bar’ atmosphere, the unforgettable performances of Redd the Singing Bartender, and Live Bands, is being forced to relocate from the current location at 2320 W. Hwy 30A. Recent new owners informed Redd of an impending renovation, with just 3 weeks […]
Read moreCultural Arts Alliance of Walton County Announces Artists Featured in Foster Gallery Partner Exhibition at Coastal Branch Library Opening Reception scheduled for Saturday, September 7 from 10 a.m. – Noon at the Coastal Branch Library The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) is proud to announce that The Foster Gallery’s summer rotation of artists […]
Read moreConstruction crews today placed the final steel beam atop the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show building in Panama City Beach, marking an important milestone for the entertainment property which is set to open in Spring 2025. During today’s topping out ceremony, crews finished the last major aspect of the building’s iconic outside profile. Attention now […]
Read moreSeason 19 features the music of Grammy award-winning artists, award-winning Broadway stars, fan-favorite vocalists, The Grinch and much more Entering its 19th season, Sinfonia Gulf Coast continues its tradition of “redefining” the symphony experience. Led by Music & Artistic Director Demetrius Fuller, the region’s only fully professional symphony orchestra aims to entertain, educate, and inspire […]
Read moreFor the 17th year, South Walton Fire District firefighters are welcoming students back to school and sharing roadway safety tips through their annual Back-to-School Safe Driving Campaign. This campaign allows firefighters to not only connect with and inspire students during the first days of school, but also spreads awareness of safe driving practices. “For us, […]
Read moreSanta Rosa Golf & Beach Club is thrilled to introduce Northwest Florida and the 30A community to the groundbreaking Sportsbox 3D Artificial Intelligence Golf Instruction Technology. Santa Rosa Club is now among the select few prestigious golf clubs worldwide to partner with a leading innovator in this revolutionary technology. Santa Rosa Club’s PGA Director of […]
Read moreAlaqua Animal Refuge is thrilled to announce the return of the Animoré Weekend with the exciting addition of the Bluegrass Barn Jam! This vibrant event, set for Saturday, September 21, 2024, promises to be an unforgettable day of music, community, and support for animal welfare. The Bluegrass Barn Jam features an outstanding lineup of nationally […]
Read moreSouth Walton’s Ohana Day School is offering free tuition for three months exclusively at their new Grand Boulevard at Sandestin location, at 495 Grand Boulevard. In honor of the first school year at their new location, Ohana is offering a discounted yearly tuition for students who sign up by September 30, 2024. Their normal tuition […]
Read moreThe Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, and FloridaMakes have renewed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to support Florida’s small manufacturers. The Florida SBDC Network and FloridaMakes have nourished a longstanding partnership. Through this MOU, the two will continue their partnership to provide greater access to […]
Read morePickleball has taken the community by storm, becoming one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. The courts are currently open from dawn to dusk, but a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Thursday, August 8th at 10:30 a.m. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the game, we invite all Pickleball enthusiasts […]
Read moreTHE 29TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS COLLABORATIVE ART EXHIBIT Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) is now accepting applications for the Adult Collaborative Art Exhibit component of the 29th annual Festival of the Arts (Friday, Oct. 25 (Arty Kick Off Party at Henderson Beach Resort in Destin) October 26-27 (Festival weekend)) at the Mattie Kelly […]
Read moreMajor development project to bring thousands of jobs to Northwest Florida On Thursday, July 18, 2024, The Jay Odom Group proudly unveiled their most recent project, Freedom Tech Center. Located at 1900 Lewis Turner Boulevard in Fort Walton Beach, this transformational mixed-use tech center project includes a 126-room Home2 Suites by Hilton (with over 5,000 […]
Read moreGameday Men’s Health is excited to announce their newest location in Destin, Florida, and invites the community to join them for the Grand Opening Celebration & Destin Chamber Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, August 22nd from 4:00PM to 7:00PM at 4477 Legendary Drive, Ste. 201, Destin, FL. The Grand Opening Celebration will give guests the chance […]
Read moreBeach Activities Ordinance policy clarified Although the Waterways and Beach Activities Ordinance (Sec. 22.54S) was recently amended and approved by the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), the practical enforcement of one of the provisions has become a challenge for the county’s Code Compliance office. The ordinance states: “Beach equipment must be set up […]
Read moreCABARET AT SEAGAR’S ONE-NIGHT-ONLY BENEFIT CONCERT This one-night-only fundraiser is Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood in Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa Tony Award-winning Broadway, film and TV star Alysha Umphress will headline Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s Cabaret at Seagar’s on Tuesday, Sept. 17. This sensational songstress will captivate all gathered […]
Read moreMATTIE KELLY ARTS FOUNDATION NAMES ARTIST KELLY PIERRE AS THE 2024 FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS POSTER ART CONTEST WINNER Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) has named Kelly Pierre of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the 2024 Festival of the Arts poster contest winner. Recognized as one of Northwest Florida’s premier fine art shows, the Festival of […]
Read moreShield of Faith (SOF) Missions proudly presents the 8th Annual Emerald Coast Gala, scheduled for Sept. 13, 2024, at the prestigious Destin-Ft. Walton Beach Convention Center. This gala serves as a beacon of hope, dedicated to empowering and fostering resilience among our Nation’s warriors. With an unwavering commitment to combatting the tragic epidemic of suicide […]
Read moreU.S. 331 Resurfacing Project to Begin in Walton County The Florida Department of Transportation will begin a $10.4 million resurfacing project on U.S. 331, from south of Interstate 10 (I-10) to U.S. 90 in Walton County. Additional project improvements will include: · New traffic signals on U.S. 331 at the I-10 interchange. · Signalization upgrades […]
Read moreMattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) — Northwest Florida’s champion of the arts for all abilities — recently was awarded $30,000 (one of four national grants totaling $127,000) from the Emeril Lagasse Foundation. Founded in 2002 by Chef Emeril Lagasse and his wife Alden, Emeril Lagasse Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity headquartered in New Orleans. […]
Read moreAscension Sacred Heart Bay and Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast named among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2024-2025 as ‘High Performing’ Sacred Heart Bay was recognized for two procedures and/or conditions and Sacred Heart Emerald Coast was recognized for one. Ascension Sacred Heart Bay and Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast have been named […]
Read more2024 Fall Educational Theatre Programs Programs Available in DeFuniak Springs, Miramar Beach, and Freeport Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2024 Fall Educational Theatre programs are bigger and better than ever. 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 […]
Read moreCurated Suite of Culinary Offerings and Services In addition to a variety of chef services and boutique catering, Table Five Private Chef + Catering will offer culinary consultation to restaurants and businesses along with food styling services. Table Five Private Chef + Catering is excited to announce its return under the expert guidance of founder […]
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