After 50 years, new branding reflects the future of Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club After more than 50 years, Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club unveils a new and impactful logo to coincide with its course and club renovations. The club and its membership had a strong desire to not only pay tribute to […]
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Time To Eat Gulf Coast was founded with the purpose of helping locally-owned businesses recover from the pandemic. Time To Eat Gulf Coast believes by lowering costs for restaurants and offering first-class service, it can play a significant role in helping restaurants recover financially. Time To Eat Gulf Coast provides local restaurants an alternative to […]
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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 more. Volunteers will […]
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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 it, they can […]
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The Courtyard at Pescado will be hosting a Heidsieck Family of Champagne Tasting & Dinner Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at 6:30pm. The event is being presented by Stephen Squibbs of The Folio Wine Group and Breakthru Beverage. The ticket Price is $150 plus 7% tax and 22% gratuity. Tickets can be purchased from Events@thelcrg.com. Limited […]
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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 foot building includes […]
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It’s almost here…the community is invited to celebrate the official grand opening of Destin High School (DHS), on Thursday, August 5 at 6 p.m. This is the first new high school in Okaloosa County in more than 50 years. The school, located at the former Grace Lutheran Church site, 4325 Commons Drive West, will officially […]
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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 in 2018, the […]
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One month after the rescheduled 2020 Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam broke attendance records, organizers have announced the exciting full lineup for the 9th Annual Country On The Coast Festival, September 3-5, 2021 in Panama City Beach, Florida. Joining headliners Chris Stapleton, Brooks & Dunn and Old Dominion at Frank Brown Park will be some of […]
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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 grateful for our […]
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Christen Cowgill, residing in Destin with her family, and also the Director of Events at Grand Boulevard in Miramar Beach, recently became the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center’s (ECCAC) newest board member. Wearing numerous hats, Cowgill is a passionate and driven woman. In her Grand Boulevard position, she has had the opportunity to support major […]
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July 9, 2021 – Santa Rosa Beach, FL – For the past 12 years, the 30A Songwriters Festival has attracted thousands of die-hard live music fans from around the country to hear original songwriters spanning many genres of music perform their songs. The beach resort towns along Highway 30A on the Gulf of Mexico feature […]
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30 Countries from Around the World to Gather for International Competition WHAT: Pickos Ski School, located at 105 Jump Street, announced in December 2019 that they will be the official host for the 2020 International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) World Junior Waterski Championships. Due to COVID-19, the original competition date has been rescheduled to […]
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Founded in 2001 by owners, Wayne Lewis and Tom Rice, Marlin Grill has long been noted for their culinary talents and award-winning wine list for the past 20 years. The locally owned and operated restaurant has been fondly recognized as the Best Place for a Date, Best Martini, and Best Romantic/Special Occasion Restaurant by the […]
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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 state of Florida. […]
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SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (June 28, 2021) – Distillery 98 celebrated their first year in business on Saturday, May 22 with an all-day celebration, including a paddle board race on Eastern Lake followed by a crawfish boil live music festival and raffle at the distillery. The event raised $4,500 for local beneficiary, Gulf Therapy. […]
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Panama City, FL (June 23, 2021) — Samuel Taylor Homes and sales team Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida announced today a new release of 23 homes to be constructed in the thriving, coastal community of SweetBay in Panama City, Florida. These new homesites with 10 floor plan options and Samuel Taylor’s impressive features […]
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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 (also known as […]
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On Saturdays in July, Distillery 98 will host a Summer Concert Series presented by Step One Automotive Group featuring an array of local and national bands, including Daniel Pratt, Dion Jones and The Neon Tears, and the Raelyn Nelson Band, with proceeds benefiting The Ohana Institute. The series will kick off on Saturday, July 10 […]
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The topic of how to manage the $15 minimum wage increase was the headliner at the June Board Meeting of the Florida Restaurant Lodging Association . Carol Dover, CEO of FRLA, kicks off the session with a reminder of the narrow margin that Amendment 2 was passed in November 2020. Now is the time for […]
Read moreBECASA, located in 30Avenue, will host a gallery night with Atlanta-based artist, Brynn Casey, on Thursday, July 8 from 5-8 p.m. The newly opened retail space will host Casey’s curated 30A collection, inspired by the natural beauty of the Emerald Coast and her personal experiences vacationing on 30A. Casey is a Georgia-based artist that fell […]
Read moreFREEPORT, Fla. (June 17, 2021) – Owl’s Head Farms, the master plan community in Walton County located at 11285 US Hwy. 331, is set to break ground on Thursday, July 1 at 10 a.m. The entire community is invited to join in the celebration. Founded on the basis of a peaceful, sustainable, relaxed lifestyle, the […]
Read moreJune 16, 2021 (Watersound, Florida) – The Highland Group is proud to serve as the general contractor for a $40 million dollar expansion project at Camp Creek Golf Club in Watersound, Florida. The exclusive members only club is expanding their golf facilities, adding a brand new 75 room upscale boutique inn, and developing a plethora […]
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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 Legacy Walk, they […]
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The first storm of the 2021 Hurricane Season is being forecasted by the GFS model. The model shows a small tropical Low moving northward along the Mexican coastline near June 19, then blowing up in the western Gulf of Mexico. #weather Over the past 5 years, we have seen explosive tropical development in the western […]
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The Highland Group, a real estate development and commercial construction firm, was awarded a contract to serve as the design-builder for the highly anticipated Bruno’s Pizza and Restaurant coming soon to Port St. Joe. In addition to providing pre-construction services for this project, The Highland Group recruited and managed a stellar team of design consultants […]
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$99 Ticket Announced for Three Days Only (Nashville, Tennessee…) – June 4, 2021 – The rescheduled 2020 Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam kicked off in Panama City Beach tonight as the first large-scale music festival to play in the U.S. since March of 2020. Prior to Lynyrd Skynyrd closing out the first night, Executive Producer Rendy […]
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It’s the North Beach Social Wine Mixer!!! – June 12, 2021 Well folks, It’s the North Beach Social Wine Mixer, June 12, 2021, all day! No helicopters, but plenty of wine from Hey Mama Wines, like $6 rosé and frosé! There will be live music by Mark & Krissa from 12-3PM and DJ Michael Disciple […]
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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 visitors in order […]
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Today, Children in Crisis, Inc. and Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center received grants totaling more than $22,000 from the Taco Bell Foundation to support more than 100 youth in need in the Panhandle of Florida. The funds will go towards much needed personal computers, mental health services, and other supplies and programs that educate and […]
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It was a record setting evening raising $500K for the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) at their 22nd annual signature Gala at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. The “Bow Ties & Bling” sold-out event brought the community out in their finest attire to enjoy dinner, entertainment by David Seering and Mr. […]
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30A Plastic Surgery, based in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, is pleased to announce that they are offering a Day of Beauty event at their clinic at 82 Mack Bayou Loop # A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. The event is scheduled to be held on the 28th of May 2021 from 8.00 am to 10.30 […]
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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 area in 2003 […]
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Main Street DeFuniak Springs announced today its designation as a 2021 Main Street America™ Accredited program. This is the local programs third year to receive the distinguished honor. Main Street DeFuniak Springs is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating […]
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Announcing the Inaugural Dune Laker Paddle Boil benefiting Gulf Therapy Distillery 98 is celebrating their first year in business on Saturday, May 22 with an all-day celebration including a paddle board race on Eastern Lake followed by a crawfish boil, local live music, and raffle at the local distillery to benefit Gulf Therapy. Owner and […]
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The Seaside Institute is proud to announce a partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart to provide additional community healthcare services. Citizens in need of lab testing have a new convenient option right in the neighborhood. Starting June 1, Ascension Sacred Heart will open a Lab Express at the Seaside Institute Assembly Hall, located at 168 Smolian […]
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Tenille Arts, Dee Jay Silver Added To Lineup #panamacitybeach #countrymusic #pepsi #visitpanamacitybeach #countryonthecoast #gulfcoastjam The rescheduled 2020 Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam is 100% on for June 4-6, 2021 at Frank Brown Park in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida, giving it the distinction of being the first large-scale music festival to play in the U.S. since […]
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The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) recently received a $30,000 donation from the St. Joe Community Foundation towards its Child/Teen Safety Matters initiative in schools. The ECCAC Child/Teen Safety Matters program objective is to deliver a comprehensive child abuse prevention education by teaching children safety rules, safety choices, strategies for recognizing and responding to […]
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Pescado and Breakthru Beverage are hosting a New World Vs. Old World four course Vintus Wine Dinner at The Courtyard at Pescado with Brian Bergeon of Vintus Wines on Wednesday May 26, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $150 per person plus 7% tax and 22% gratuity. There are limited spaces available. Contact Events@thelcrg.com […]
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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 cyberattack, Colonial Pipeline […]
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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 Willy from 5-8PM. […]
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ECCAC monthly focus on prevention/awareness programs The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Centers (ECCAC) in Okaloosa and Walton Counties have monthly prevention and awareness programs for the health and safety of children. Awareness, followed by prevention, are the keys to success. May is National Water Safety Month. Statistics show that Florida is ranked the highest in […]
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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, the Sassy Sisters […]
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The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) is presenting their 22nd annual signature Gala. The “Bow Ties and Bling” themed Gala is at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 21, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. Emceed by David Seering, guests will enjoy dinner and live entertainment by the popular Mr. Big and […]
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“Treasure Island,” May 14-16 & May 20-23 Families Welcome to Bring Children Ages 6 and Up Are you ready for adventure, mateys? Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents Robert Louis Stevenson’s beloved classic tale “Treasure Island” with a creative twist. Instead of protagonist Jim Hawkins, the lead character in this version, adapted for the stage […]
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ONLINE OFFER: Save up to $4 on 1 day pass and $12 on 2 day pass. With more than 40 water attractions and an Adventure Park, Big Kahuna’s offers something for every member of the family. Take a break from the beach and enjoy a fun-filled day at the water park on slides like the […]
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The Courtyard at Pescado is hosting a Derby Bourbon Tasting on May 1, 2021 from 4:30-6:30PM. Watch the Kentucky Derby in style while sitting back with a Maker’s Mark Mint Julep in hand accompanied by Chef Ken’s Signature Kentucky Dishes. Come dressed in your finest Derby hat to be in for a chance to win […]
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EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY’S SUMMER CAMP SERIES SIZZLES WITH 10 DIFFERENT PROGRAMS, 12 ARTIST EXPERTS, A FULL-LENGTH MUSICAL AND MORE Share the spotlight with the likes of Matilda, Alexander Hamilton, Harry Potter, SpongeBob, Dr. Seuss, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Others This summer, you want to be in the “room where it happens!” […]
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Dust off your bowties and big hats, because the Kentucky Derby is right around the corner and North Beach Social is the place to watch. Relax at the water’s edge, as you sip mint juleps and devour hot brown sandwiches. Will and Linda Pleasants will be playing from 12-3PM that day and the race is at […]
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