Niceville, FL (September 16, 2021)…Thanks to the generosity of the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF), presented by the Jumonville Family, they raised over $2 million to benefit 16 area children’s charities. The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) received a significant $150,000 check from this year’s proceeds, which included the proceeds from an exclusive […]

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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, hosted clean ups […]

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Dr. Gardner to spearhead new restorative care services in second mobile dental bus Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN), welcomes Dr. Paula Gardner as the new restorative dental provider. Along with this new addition to the team, CVHN is expanding their oral health care reach with the addition of a second mobile dental bus. This will […]

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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 more. Pumpkins and […]

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The Courtyard at Pescado will host a Walk into Fall Wine Dinner on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 6:30pm. The dinner will be led by Maxwell Rowe of Breakthru Beverage featuring a menu by Chef Brendan Wakeham. This is a private event with limited tickets available. Tickets are $155.00 plus 7% tax and 22% gratuity. […]

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On Thursday, September 9th, 2021, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visited Walton County to present the award of a Rural Infrastructure Fund Grant to the Board of County Commissioners for the installation of broadband services in the County. The grant was written by County Grants Coordinator Angie Leddon and was awarded to the County in the […]

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Visit Panama City Beach is pleased to announce the launch of a new beautification and beach responsible campaign with non-profit Keep PCB Beautiful. In partnership with the Tourist Development Council, Visit Panama City Beach and the St. Joe Company, this project is a continued effort to create a more sustainable destination for both visitors and […]

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Main Street DeFuniak Springs presents full day of Oktoberfest events DeFuniak Springs, Florida • September 8, 2021 — Main Street DeFuniak Springs announced today its inaugural Oktoberfest. Taking place on Saturday, October 2, 2021, the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization has planned a day of outdoor events including a Run/SUP around Lake DeFuniak, the Oktoberfest beer festival, […]

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Florida Georgia Line Steps In As Headliner; Jordan Davis, Maddie & Tae, Mitchell Tenpenny Added to Expanded Lineup The Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam has become the largest Country music festival in the Southeast, and today organizers announced the exciting expanded lineup for the popular festival’s 10-year anniversary. Panhandle favorites Florida Georgia Line join Brooks & […]

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Today, Laurie Hood, Founder and President of Alaqua Animal Refuge, announced a new venture in her fight for animal rights: the Animal Passion Podcast Series. In her quest to advance the interests of animals, Laurie highlights the work of advocates from across the globe—the “difference makers” who have dedicated their lives to animal protection and […]

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#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 moved to September […]

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Expanded 2021-2022 Season Includes 15 Engaging Educational Theatre Programs for Kids from Tots to Teens Miramar Beach, Fla. (Aug. 23, 2021) — Feeling dramatic? It’s not too late to play a part in Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2021 Fall Educational Theatre Programs. “There couldn’t be a time where self-expression through the performing arts is […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2021 Contact: Hank Dawson Phone: (850) 837-5252 Email: hank@thefabricsource.com Miramar Beach, FL- While the pandemic has only been with us a relatively short time, it’s no secret that consumer shopping habits have been changing for years. The pandemic has only sped up the process of a shift away from traditional, […]

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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 allergens, and lead […]

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Presented by Master Sommelier Craig Collins and Breakthru Beverage The Courtyard at Pescado will be hosting a four course Chef’s Table Wine Dinner presented by Master Sommelier Craig Collins and Breakthru Beverage on August 26, 2021, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The menu has been created by Chef Ken Duenas and will feature four […]

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(Nashville, Tennessee…) – August 10, 2021 – Due to the ongoing public heath emergency caused by the current growth of Covid-19 cases in Bay County, Florida and across the country, the 9th Annual Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam, scheduled for September 3-5, 2021 in Panama City Beach, has been moved to June 3-5, 2022. Fans who […]

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Celebrate the anniversary of Chef Jim Shirley being attacked by a rabid fox by partying all day at North Beach Social and The Bay on September 12, 2021. Starting at North Beach Social, there will be live music by Wildlife Specials from 1-8PM, and then The Bay will have Sunday Pickin’ “Rabid Edition” from 4-8PM. […]

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HOWSE, an Arkansas-based home furnishing store, will host a grand opening celebration from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 19 to commemorate the formal opening of their newest store, located at 43 North Geronimo Street in Miramar Beach, in conjunction with the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce for their Business After Hours event and the Destin […]

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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’ and introduction to […]

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Tickets now on sale for Shelter House’s Purses with a Purpose Shelter House “bags” tenth year of Emerald Coast’s biggest shopping event Purses with a Purpose, a signature Shelter House event, returns for the 10th-anniversary event to be held at Destin Commons, September 23-25, 2021. Over the past decade, Purses with a Purpose has become […]

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In 2020, the creators of VIE embarked on a new adventure to make VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul. This podcast series features our CEO and editor-in-chief, Lisa Marie Burwell, hosting guests in her office at VIE HQ and chatting about various topics. Select episodes have also been recorded at SOWAL House studio in […]

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The Walton County Board of County Commissioners has approved a process to allow members of the public who cannot attend a County public meeting in person the ability to provide virtual public comment. This new process will be instituted beginning with the August 10, 2021 regular meeting of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners. […]

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Fore Her, a 501(c)3 organization that financially supports patients battling breast cancer and their families, will host their Ninth Annual Golf Outing on Friday, October 29 at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Registration is now open and the cost to play is $175 per golfer or $650 for a team of four, which covers 18 […]

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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 […]

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BECASA, 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 […]

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FREEPORT, 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 […]

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June 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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On Saturday, June 19, Redd’s Fueling Station will celebrate 8 years of the Singing Bartender Show, plus memorable dinners with 20 hours slow cooked Brisket. Redd’s started with an idea of the Singing Bartender show, but quickly grew into one of the most sought after Live Music Venues on the 30A “Strip”. “I would love […]

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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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