The Market Shops to Host OneBlood Drive WHAT: The Market Shops will host the OneBlood Drive on Thursday, October 26, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Following the success of the last two drives held in April and July, which saw an impressive number of donors, The Market Shops plans to continue these […]
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Inaugural Emerald Coast Honor Games to Be Held On Veteran’s Day Destin, Fla. (October 12, 2017) – We are less than one month away from the first Emerald Coast Honor Games benefiting local veterans and defenders of the front line. The Emerald Coast Honor Games, an inaugural fitness and CrossFit style competition, is […]
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Spooky, scary, cute, or goofy! Wear your best costume to The Bay this Halloween night, October 31st! It’s time to take it over the top with this year’s costume. The winner of the adult costume contest will win $500! First, from 5-7PM, The Bay will host a kids costume contest with great prizes and plenty […]
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Witches of South Walton 2017 Witch Ride to benefit Children’s Volunteer Health Network Santa Rosa Beach, FL – The Witches of South Walton, an organization dedicated to supporting the Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN), with their mission, is hosting the 14th Annual Witch Ride on Tuesday, October 31st at 6:30am. Tickets are $30 in advance […]
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The fourth annual Eggs on the Beach, official Big Green Egg festival, drew record participation and resulted in some big winners. Beauchamp Commercial was awarded the Judges First Place Trophy and Saltwater Restaurant Group earned first place Tasters’ Choice Award. The Air Commando Association was the top non-profit team winner. Eggs on the Beach, presented […]
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COMMUNITY FORUM – Where Residents & Business Work Together — Santa Rosa Beach Chairwoman Cecilia Jones welcomed approximately 45 residents and guests for the 5th consecutive Walton County Community Forum in Santa Rosa Beach at the Great Smiles & Orthodontic O’Donnell Building on October 3rd. These forums are designed to give the Walton County a […]
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Gulf Place to host 2nd annual 30A Half Marathon & 5K Gulf Place on 30A announces it will be the official headquarters for the 30A Half Marathon and 5K, presented by The 30A Company, YOLO Board, and 360 Blue, on October 13-15, 2017. All proceeds will benefit The Sonder Project, a locally-based nonprofit that focuses on […]
Read moreThe 12th Annual Season Launches Six Exciting Music Concerts on Oct. 24 with “An Evening with Chris Mann” and Culminates on March 31 with a World Premiere Concert Performance of “The Music Man” Keeping the tempo at the forefront of the Emerald Coast’s cultural scene since its founding in 2005, Sinfonia Gulf Coast maintains the […]
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The Market Shops, located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, will host The Market Shops 3rd Annual Bloody Mary Festival benefitting Habitat for Humanity Walton County on Saturday, October 7, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The third annual event will feature unlimited tastes of the Emerald Coast’s most creative and […]
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Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s Destin BooLu’s and Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 28, 2 to 5 pm Enjoy a day full of Halloween festivities and costume contest at LuLu’s 3rd Annual BooLu’s from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 28. The spooky fun will have pumpkin decorating, kid’s crafts, inflatable play area, and live music. […]
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Local firefighters help a mother give birth to a baby girl in the back of an ambulance Tuesday. Just before 5:00 PM, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office received a call in reference to a 21-year-old woman who was in labor. Walton County Fire Rescue Medic 4 arrived on scene to find the woman lying on […]
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Pure & Couture is donating their Paul Mitchell products to Shelter House in Fort Walton Beach and in the process, has decided to open the toiletry drive to members of the community. Shelter House is need of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, body spray, and razors. People can drop off donated toiletry items at Pure […]
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COMMUNITY TO WEAR ORANGE IN SUPPORT OF BULLY FREE SCHOOLS! Kellyanne Bartleson, Founder & Creator of online family resource guide, www.EmeraldCoastKids.org, announces Emerald Coast Kid’s 3rd Annual COLOR THE COAST ORANGE #UnityDay2017, in conjunction with Pacer.org’s yearly international anti-bullying movement, #UnityDay. The tri-countywide event will take place on Wednesday, October 25th and schools, families, businesses […]
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Finally you can give some “lip” and feel good about it. Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is hosting the third annual Emerald Coast Lip Sync Battle on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. at its performance space, 560 Grand Boulevard (upstairs) in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin in Miramar Beach. This highly-anticipated annual event promises an […]
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Beach Care Services hosts 3rd Annual Dinner at the Beach at Spinnaker Beach Club When: Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Where: Spinnaker Beach Club Time: 5:00-9:00PM (VIP tickets enter at 4:00 PM) Tickets: online at www.eventbrite.com This popular local event features silent auctions, premium raffle prizes, live music by Barry Fish and Greg Norris, three course […]
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Emeril Lagasse Foundation and Food for Thought Launch Full Circle Kitchen Program SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. – Supported by a three-year $125,000 grant from the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, Food for Thought is launching the Full Circle Kitchen program to expand service and commitment to food insecure children and their families in Okaloosa and Walton Counties. […]
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2018 30A Songwriters Festival / Headliners Announced! EMMYLOU HARRIS, STEVE EARLE, THE ZOMBIES, PATTY GRIFFIN, LEE ANN WOMACK, NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS, EMILY SALIERS (OF INDIGO GIRLS), SHAWN MULLINS, CHARLES KELLEY (OF LADY ANTEBELLUM) SLATED FOR THE 9TH ANNUAL 30A SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL ALONG FLORIDA’S SCENIC HIGHWAY 30A JANUARY 12TH – 15TH, 2018 EVENT TO FEATURE 175 SONGWRITERS AND […]
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Café Thirty-A Announces Annual Charity Christmas Soiree Proceeds to benefit Caring and Sharing of South Walton Café Thirty-A is proud to present its annual Charity Christmas Soiree. The Soiree will be Friday, December 1, 2017, and will be a Christmas theme, with proceeds benefitting Caring and Sharing of South Walton. From […]
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Contact: Frank Kovach, P: 850-267-1411 frank@furnituresouth.net Furniture South Is Expanding Showroom and Design Center to 12,000 Square Feet Santa Rosa Beach, FL – September 14, 2017 – Furniture South is expanding again – the second time since their grand opening five years ago. They are adding about 5,000 sq. ft. to their existing space for […]
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AMANDA SHAW PRESENTS SOULFUL SESSIONS: AN EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE FOR FANS ALONG THE GULF COAST 50% of proceeds from the Milton, FL Soulful Sessions concert benefit locals impacted by Hurricane Irma WHAT: Louisiana’s Sweetheart, Amanda Shaw, is offering fans throughout the Gulf Coast a special opportunity to experience her music like never before with the […]
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MATTIE KELLY ARTS FOUNDATION CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 22nd ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS, OCT. 28 & 29, 2017 DESTIN, FLA. — (Sept. 12, 2017) Do you have a heart for art? Then feel free to lend a hand. Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation is seeking volunteers for the 22nd Annual Festival of the Arts […]
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Saturday evening update from Walton County Emergency Management: Walton County Commissioners have declared a state of emergency for Walton County in advance of the potential for tropical storm force winds to arrive in Walton County on Sunday evening. This declaration comes in advance of a planned shelter opening at Freeport High School at 10 a.m. […]
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Walton County Emergency Management Assisting with Sheltering Evacuees for Hurricane Irma – Shelter Opening at Noon, Citizen Information Center Activated DeFuniak Springs, FL – 10:45AM – At the request of the Florida State Emergency Operations Center and provide services to our fellow Floridians, Walton County Emergency Management has activated the Emergency Operations Center to […]
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Destin Elementary Spirit Nights back at LuLu’s Destin, FL (September 5, 2017)…LuLu’s announced they will be hosting Spirit Night for Destin Elementary again for the third year. With LuLu’s donating 10% of their food and drink sales to the Destin Elementary PTO, Spirit Night will be held the second Monday of every month through […]
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Chef Ryan Smith Joins the 2017 Seeing Red Wine Festival SEASIDE® Announces Celebrated Staplehouse Chef as Part of the Gulf-Coast-to-Table Experience SEASIDE®, Fla.—Aug. 9, 2017—The 27th Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival is excited to announce renowned Chef Ryan Smith of Atlanta’s Staplehouse Restaurant as its guest chef for Friday evening’s Gulf-Coast-to-table dinner under the stars. […]
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This timeless and topical musical comedy opens Thursday, Sept. 14 and runs through Sunday, Oct. 1 Miramar Beach, Fla. (Sept. 5, 2017) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) launches its fifth anniversary season on the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast with a hilarious musical comedy — the first ECTC has produced on its Professional Main […]
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Destin Charity Cornhole Tournament to benefit Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center Destin Commons South Street Expansion Area by World of Beer Destin Charity Cornhole Tournament Sunday, October 1, 12:30 pm Sign up to participate in the 2nd Annual Destin Charity Cornhole Tournament, or come out and be a spectator at the widely popular sporting event at Destin […]
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Fall is in the air, and in South Walton that means wine festivals, live music and the perfect opportunity to explore the area’s four state parks and endless miles of hiking and biking trails. Whether you plan to stay active or simply relax along 26-miles of sparkling white sand beaches, this fall, South Walton’s beautiful […]
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WHO: The Gulf Okaloosa Island WHAT: CALL FOR BARTENDERS! Battle at the Bar benefitting Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge DESCRIPTION: The Gulf restaurant on Okaloosa Island is now officially accepting applications for bartenders to apply to compete in their Best Bartender Competition sponsored by Ketel One. The Gulf will select 15 bartenders for this exciting craft […]
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Santa Rosa Beach, Fla— Guns, money, and a computer are just some of the items stolen during double digit vehicle burglaries reported over the weekend in Walton County. All vehicles were left unlocked. Since 5AM Friday to 5AM today, Walton County Sheriff’s Office has responded to eight vehicles burglaries. Since that time, 12 additional vehicle […]
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Located at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin, Emeril’s Coastal Italian is the first of Emeril’s Restaurants in Northwest Florida. Emeril’s Coastal Italian combines the rich and diverse tradition of Italian cuisine with the bountiful variety of nearby fresh Gulf seafood and local ingredients. Chef de Cuisine, Shane Quinlan, will work closely with Chef Emeril to deliver […]
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ROSEMARY BEACH FOUNDATION presents The 3rd ANNUAL 30A CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT Saturday, September 2, 2017 Inlet Beach, Fla. Bring the entire family for a day of competition and fun during Labor Day weekend!! Join us for the 3rd Annual 30A Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, September 2nd in Rosemary Beach®. Free giveaways, bounce house with slide, DJ, Photobooth […]
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Pretty good chance of clouds blocking the Eclipse based on the forecast. Beaches Forecast for Monday August 21st — Variable clouds with scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the afternoon Highs in the lower 90s. East winds up to 5 mph shifting to the southeast in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation 40 percent. Courtesy […]
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Habitat Walton County Celebrates Milestones and Announces Home Builds Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (August 18, 2017) – Habitat for Humanity of Walton County celebrated a milestone build year in the organization’s history, during a year that was a milestone itself. In it’s 20th year of operation in Walton County, Habitat partnered with five families in […]
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EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY PARTNERS WITH SEASIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL TO FORM THE FIRST JUNIOR THESPIANS TROUPE IN WALTON COUNTY Miramar Beach, Fla. (Aug. 16, 2017) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is excited to announce an addition to its youth theater program in the form of a new Junior Thespians troupe chapter. According […]
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Walton County, Fla— Tuesday marks a painful anniversary for a Walton County mother. 17-year-old Kemberly Ramer went missing 20 years ago on August 15, 1997 from Opp, Alabama. It is believed Kemberly vanished shortly after she returned home that evening. Her vehicle was found in the driveway and none of her belongings were missing from […]
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We are saying goodbye to summer with the ultimate throw down on the North Beach of South Walton! The Bay and Borago are coming together with 30A and YOLO Board to host a party and paddle board race after a long, hot summer. The party will begin at noon the day after Labor Day at […]
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The Spell Restaurant Group Welcomes Edward’s Fine Food and Wine to Their Family of Restaurants Adding to their collection of restaurants, the Spells Purchase Edward’s in Rosemary Beach The Spell Restaurant Group is thrilled to welcome Edward’s Fine Food and Wine in Rosemary Beach to their family of top-notch restaurants on the Emerald Coast, including […]
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IT’S HERE! Our free Pepsi #GulfCoastJam Mobile App.! __________ Why download? – Exclusive Artist Performance Times – Exclusive Festival Map w/Labels – Exclusive Giveaways – First to know of any emergency information regarding our festival – Important Festival Information And more! Download it today: Apple App Store | https://goo.gl/q3Byf9 Android App Store | https://goo.gl/6dH1MT Get your tickets and lodging packages […]
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Destin Ice Market 30A to Host Monthly Cooking Demos with Area Chefs WHAT: Destin Ice Market 30A, the all-inclusive neighborhood market located at The Crossings at Inlet Beach, announced today its first monthly Cooking Demo. The upscale grocery and market invites the community to its location next to the Donut Hole in Inlet Beach for […]
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Walton County, Fla — Thursday will mark the start of a new school year in Walton County. Walton County District Schools will begin classes on Thursday, August 10th. To help ensure a safe start Walton County Sheriff’s Office will be executing Operation Blue Bird. Operation Blue Bird will run from August 10th to August 25th. […]
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Red Tide Status (August 4, 2017) FWC reports on the current status of Karenia brevis blooms using tables, static maps, and interactive Google Earth maps. The Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, was present in Southwest and Northwest Florida. Over the past week, Karenia brevis was observed at background concentrations in one sample collected from […]
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Driving the Future… Drive Electric Destin Commons National Drive Electric Week Exhibit South Street Area by World of Beer Friday, September 15, 3 to 7 p.m. Destin Commons For the public, as well as current and future Electric Vehicle (EV) owners, come to Destin Commons on Friday, September 15, from 3 to 7 pm during […]
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EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY ANNOUNCES REGISTRATION DETAILS FOR FALL 2017 EDUCATIONAL THEATER PROGRAMS Miramar Beach, Fla. (Aug. 1, 2017) — Calling all Emerald Coast junior thespians to find their place on the stage. Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) announces details of its fifth anniversary season of Educational Theatre Programming on the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast. […]
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SEASIDE Announces the 27th Annual Seeing Red Wine Festival Tickets on Sale NOW www.seeingredwinefestival.com SEASIDE, Fla. – This fall, reds, whites, and rosés will be uncorked during Seeing Red Wine Festival, four days of wine and culinary events being held in Seaside Nov. 9 – 12, 2017. Now in its 27th year and recognized as one […]
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AWARD-WINNING GLASS ARTIST MARY HONG EXPANDS BRAND, BUSINESS TO THE SOUTHEAST BY OPENING A NEW MARY HONG GALLERY IN NASHVILLE, TENN. GRAYTON BEACH, FLORIDA (July 31, 2017) – This summer the Southeast is sparkling a little brighter. Award-winning glass artist Mary Hong announces the opening of her sixth art gallery. Doors to the first […]
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Please join us for a FUN-draising night, July 31st from 4p-8p at Panera Bread Bakery-Cafe at 4220 Legendary Drive, Destin (Destin Commons) Bring the attached flyer when you dine with us and they’ll donate a portion of the proceeds from your purchase. Please hand in a hard copy or show an electronic version of the […]
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ECCAC collecting school supplies for abused and neglected kids Niceville and DeFuniak Springs, FL (July 26, 2017)…It’s back to school time and the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) in Niceville and DeFuniak Springs want to make sure kids are ready. Both centers are collecting back to school supplies for the abused and neglected […]
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Destin Commons seeks cornhole tournament participants Destin, FL (August 1, 2017)…Destin Commons will be hosting their 2nd Annual Destin Charity Cornhole Tournament at 12:30 on Sunday, October 1. The tournament is a partnership with Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) and Cumulus Media with proceeds benefiting ECCAC in Okaloosa and Walton Counties. The center is […]
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3rd Annual South Walton RUN/SUP Series to Benefit Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance Seagrove, Fla. (July 26, 2017) – RUN/SUP recently announced they will host the 3rd Annual South Walton RUN/SUP (Stand Up Paddle) Series event on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at Grayton Beach State Park from 7:45 am until 1 pm; with the After Party and […]
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