Santa Rosa Beach, Fla – March 6, 2015 – Dr. Amber Wiebe of Santa Rosa Beach Dental and husband, Dr. Olivier Broutin of Bluewater Bay Dental will host a free dental care event for those in need. “Dentistry from the Heart” will be held on Friday, April 3, 2015, at Bluewater Bay Dental, located at […]

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(Santa Rosa Beach) – The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) held its Annual Awards Ceremony at the Le Ciel Ballroom in Sandestin, Florida on March 7, 2015. Nearly 100 members were in attendance, including SWFD Board of Fire Commissioners Charlotte Flynt and Brian Christensen. The ceremony provides an opportunity for SWFD team members to come […]

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL – March 16, 2015 – Blue Green Landscape Development Hosts an Open House with Free BBQ and Live Music   Spring is upon us and it’s time to get your yard looking nice! BlueGreen Landscape Development, located in Dune Allen Beach, is throwing an open house to show off their boutique […]

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Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (March 16, 2015) – Gulf Place on 30A announces the schedule for their 2015 summer camps and workshops. BeginningJune 1, 2015, through August 8, 2015, The Artists at Gulf Place and 30A Learning Academy will host interactive workshops and adventure camps that will keep kids engaged and active.   The Artists […]

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SEASIDE®, Fla. (www.seasidefl.com), March 16, 2015—Special Olympics Florida- Walton County will be hosting a duck race from noon until 3 p.m. on Easter, April 5, in Seaside. Businesses interested in helping to sponsor the event can contact Mike Schumacher at mikeschumacher@specialolympicswalton.org. Duck adoptions are available for $5 online atwww.duckolympics.com. A duck adoption will enter a […]

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“There’s a mystery afoot at Alaqua Animal Refuge, and that is; what is a nice girl like me, doing in a shelter? I’m blonde, beautiful, and I walk on a leash like a show dog. I’ve been here almost one year, that’s equal to almost seven years in a dog’s life! All I want is […]

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Miramar Beach, Fla. (March 11, 2015) – Howard Hospitality, a division of Northwest Florida development company Howard Group, is pleased to announce that the Courtyard and Residence Inn by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard have both received top honors for performance and achievements in 2014. Both hotel properties were recognized out of thousands of Marriott […]

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Hop Aboard SunQuest Cruises SOLARIS Easter Lunch Cruise in Sandestin Florida Enjoy an “EGG”stravagent celebration on the water   Miramar Beach, Fla (March 10, 2015) – Follow the bunny tracks down the Baytowne Marina in beautiful Sandestin Florida and hop aboard the SOLARIS yacht on Sunday, April 5th from 1 – 3 p.m. for a […]

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SEASIDE®, Fla. (www.seasidefl.com), March 10, 2015—There is a lot going on in Seaside and a new edition of The Seaside Times is available to tell all about it! The complimentary newspaper is available in local coffee shops and bookstores such as Amavida Coffee & Tea, Modica Market and Sundog Books in Seaside, at various merchants […]

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SEASIDE®, Fla. (www.seasidefl.com), March 4, 2015 – The Merchants of SEASIDE® will host the Joffrey Ballet Concert Group for a debut performance in SEASIDE®, Saturday, May 2, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. There is no admission to attend the performance. For accommodations, visit www.seasidefl.com/vacation/rentals/. The one and a half hour show will include 30 Joffrey company […]

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SunQuest Cruises SOLARIS Kicks Off Spring with Crawfish Cruise in Destin Florida Experience a Crawfish Boil in True Emerald-Coast Style on the SOLARIS Yacht with Live Music Miramar Beach, Fla (March 4, 2015) – Enjoy Cruise & Blues, Bugs & Brews on SunQuest Cruises SOLARIS’ second annual Crawfish Cruise on Sunday, March 29th from 1:30 […]

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“Musical Jam Session” Thursday, March 5, 2015 6:00 pm Walton County Coastal Branch Library   Santa Rosa Beach, Walton County Coastal Library- “Musical Jam Session” Meet with local musicians at the Coastal Branch Library for a musical jam session.  Free for the public. No reservations required. For more information, call Linda at 850-267-2809. Coastal Branch […]

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We have chosen Winnie for the pet of the week. If you are able to put his photo and story in print, we would greatly appreciate it! His photo is attached. “My name is Winston, but you may call me Winnie. They tell me I am a perfect Pug, sweet, playful, and a well mannered […]

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MATTIE KELLY ARTS FOUNDATION’S CONTINUES 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH A MUSIC CONCERT BENEFIT   December ’63 to Perform Tribute to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Saturday, April 11 at 7 p.m.   DESTIN, FLA. — (March 2, 2015) Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) is walking down memory lane with the help of memorable music. […]

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We first met Carson a year ago as an eleven year old when visiting to play Hogs Breath Destin, on his way to play Hogs Breath Key West. Yup, he tours already. His first song out the box was a cover of Crazy Train. It blew us away. We liked it, and his talent so […]

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Emerald coast theatre company presents NORTHWEST FLORIDA DEBUT OF “art,” a tony-award winning comedy by yasmina reza  Six performances will be staged March 6-8 & 13-15 at The Market Shops in Miramar Beach  Miramar Beach, Fla. (Feb. 16, 2015) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) continues, a not-for-profit professional theater company based in Miramar Beach, […]

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We have chosen Wistful for the pet of the week. If you are able to put her photo and story in print, we would greatly appreciate it! Her photo is attached. Wistful is a 3 year old, tan, cocker-spaniel/terrier mix. She is a proud graduate of our Unconditional Love Program and absolutely loves playtime and […]

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ALAQUA and HEART Animal Rescue have joined forces in this FREE community event to raise much needed funds to help with animals in the shelter and community awareness. Come out to hear live music by Kc Phelps and the Screamin Fleas and lots of shopping for both you and your furry friend. Check our page often for […]

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Alaqua Love Story Below please find a special Valentine’s tale of two pups in love……..If you are able to put the story/photo in print we would greatly appreciate it. Many thanks and happy Valentines Day! A story of love, devotion and second chances Dogs have an amazing capacity for love. Sometimes, two dogs arrive at […]

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Shirley Simpson to star in “LEADING LADIES,”  A NEW ONE-WOMAN SHOW to benefit emerald coast theatre company  The one-night only benefit performance is Thursday, Feb. 26   Miramar Beach, Fla. (Feb. 3, 2015) — Tickets are on sale for “Leading Ladies,” a new theater piece written and performed by Shirley Simpson and staged for the first […]

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SW HS Cheerleaders  Win 3rd at  State Competition February 2, 2015, Santa Rosa Beach: After winning 1 st at Regionals, the South Walton High School Cheerleaders Competition Team took 3 rd place at the Florida High School Athletic Association’s State Competition held in Orlando this past weekend. Coached by Ashlee Scarpulla, the team next competes […]

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A British freelance director could be in line for a windfall if an advert he made for very little money  is screened during the Super Bowl. James Bedford, 40, beat off competition from 5,000 clips around the world to be named  in the final ten. The 30-second entry sees James, who acts in the video […]

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Taste of the Race is coming up!  Join Chef Emeril Lagasse at the Taste of the Race Party February 27, 2015 in Seaside, Florida where more than 20 of the Gulf Coast’s top chefs will be serving up the best in food. Hosting the event with Emeril will be Chef Jim Shirley of Great Southern Cafe […]

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Roku TV the Cure for Overpriced Cable TV Tired of Cable TV price increases, switch to Roku TV Roku TV has over 2000 mostly commercial free channels. The majority have no monthly fee. Can your cable TV provider match that?   Roku.com has created one of the best products in a long time to seriously […]

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Experience Romance Between the Sea and Sky This Valentine’s in Destin Florida Miramar Beach, Fla. (January 14, 2015) – Destin Florida is a romantic destination where love is in the air above the emerald green, sparkling waters. SunQuest Cruises’ SOLARIS is a romantic and unique way to experience Destin Florida, as the area’s only dining […]

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Electric Cart Company provides Solar powered bus to 30a Songwriters Festival   Indigo Girls Play in background of the Solar Bus Santa Rosa Beach FL – The 30a Songwriters Festival kicks off this Friday January 16th. The Electric Cart Company is providing their solar powered 14 seat bus to transport artists from hospitality suites to […]

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30a songwriters festival 30a TV is proud to cover the 7th annual 30a Songwriters Festival 2015. The 30A SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL has announced the initial line-up for the 2015 celebration of singers and songs. The 6th annual festival will feature performances by esteemed artists Graham Nash, Indigo Girls, Leon Russell, Jason Isbell, Shawn Mullins, Sara Watkins […]

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30a TV is proud to cover the 7th annual 30a Songwriters Festival 2015. The 30A SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL has announced the initial line-up for the 2015 celebration of singers and songs. The 6th annual festival will feature performances by esteemed artists Graham Nash, Indigo Girls, Leon Russell, Jason Isbell, Shawn Mullins, Sara Watkins (Nickel Creek), Glen […]

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What makes the 30A Farmers’ Markets of WaterColor, Rosemary Beach, and Sandestin so Unique and Special??? The serene, beautiful, distinctive, and exclusive communities we are so proud to be part of along with our local farmers, makers, and bakers. Working together as family, in harmony with one another, bringing a peaceful, and friendly atmosphere of […]

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digital graffiti at alys beach hosts THIRD annual visiting artist residency program Meet & Greet Sessions Set for Jan. 16 & 17   Alys Beach, FL — (Jan. 6, 2015) Award-winning artists from around the U.S. will venture to Alys Beach on 30A in Northwest Florida’s South Walton county Jan. 14-21, 2015 for the third […]

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Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s offers THREE children’s musical theater programs centered on disney’s  BELOVED classic “the jungle book”   Miramar Beach, Fla. (Jan. 6, 2015) — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC), will focus on the “simple bare necessities” this spring with the launch of three children’s musical theater programs centered around Walt Disney’s 1967 animated […]

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Ann and Nancy Wilson first showed the world that women can rock when their band, Heart, stormed the charts in the ‘70’s with hits like “Crazy on You,” “Magic Man,” “Barracuda,” “Straight On,” and so many more. Not only did the Wilson sisters lead the band, they wrote the songs and played the instruments too, […]

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Leon Russell is a music legend and perhaps the most accomplished and versatile musician in the history of rock ‘n roll.  In his distinguished and unique 50 year career, he has played on, arranged, written and/or produced some of the best records in popular music. Now he can add 30a Songwriters Festival at Gulf Place […]

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South Walton Fire District 30a Polar Bear Plunge 2015   (Santa Rosa Beach, FL)- The South Walton Fire District in conjunction with Gulf Place will be hosting the 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day 2015.   Date: January 1, 2015 Time/Location:  Registration starts at 11am at Gulf Place.  “Plunge” starts at 1pm […]

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PEKEO Lost, abandoned and left on the cold shelter’s floor, I gave them 8 years of my life, but they loved me no more. Afraid, alone, I had lost hope for my future, I had simply shut down. Then, I was told about Alaqua, a place that is the opposite of this pound. The kind […]

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30a Songwriters Festival 230 performances by 150 artists on 25 stages! download the schedule Schedule by Day Time Venue 1.13.2015 Schedule by Venue Day Time 2015 30ASWF 1.13.2015 Check out the videos http://30a.tv/category_home.php?cid=30a_Songwriters_Festival  

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HESS ENTERTAINMENT proudly presents TONY BENNETT, the 17 time Grammy Award-winning musician whose music spans over six decades on February 16, 2015 6:30pm CST at the Marina Civic Center in Panama City, FL. Tickets start at $50. Pre-sale for Premium Seating ($100 – $130) begins Monday, November 17th at 9am exclusively through the Hess Entertainment […]

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8th annual digital graffiti festival at alys beach calls for artist submissions      8th annual digital graffiti festival at alys beach calls for artist submissions  Artists from around the world invited to compete for $10,000 in cash prizes June 4-6, 2015 in Alys Beach, Florida Alys Beach, Fla. — (Nov. 12, 2014) The Alys […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 7, 2014 On December 17, 2014 Alaqua Animal Refuge and The Old Florida Fish House are teaming up with 20 local artists and businesses for the first ever “Alaqua Wreath Auction” to raise much needed funds for the Panhandle’s premier animal rescue organization. At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 17, […]

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The Hunks and Hounds Calendar Release Party is next Wednesday, Nov 12 at The Bay from 6-9pm. The Bay is donating the “creative deliciousness” (hors d’oeuvres) that Chef Ben Steeno and team has put together. Plus, there will be a bonfire on the beach while The Courtyard Saints with special guest Kenny O (of Dread […]

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Contact: Ted Turnbough (850) 230-8906 A series of free concerts titled “Americana Music at the Lodge” will be presented at the Lodge at Camp Helen State Park from 6:30 to 8 p.m., beginning Saturday, December 6, 2014, and continuing through March 7, 2015. The concert series is hosted by Lucky Mud and sponsored by Florida’s […]

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Walton County Sheriffs Office  Arrests Pretend Superheroes On Monday, November 3rd, a deputy responded to 9100 Baytowne Wharf Boulevard, Miramar Beach, in reference to four individuals skating in the closed ice rink. Upon arrival, the deputy observed three males dressed up as Batman, Robin and Superman and one female skating on the ice with a […]

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30A TV INSIDE !  NOW AVAILABLE AT AMAZON – BEST BUY – SAMS CLUB Earlier this year, ROKU announced Roku TV(TM) – a TV designed to deliver on a promise of a simple and powerful entertainment experience. ROKU partnered with two of the world’s top TV manufacturers, TCL and Hisense, to build the full Roku experience […]

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Hess Entertainment will present the band “Daughtry” at the Marina Civic Center on Saturday, November 15, 2014.    Doors open at 7:00pm, the show starts at 8:00.  Tailgate party in the parking lot beforehand, with more details forthcoming. Toys for Kids Foundation benefits from Daughtry Sales!  Panama City, FL – Hess Entertainment (HE) is presenting the […]

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My name is Buffy. I’m about 2 1/2 years old, and I have a secret. Try to keep this just between us, okay? I am secretly taking applications for a forever home. Yep, that’s right. I would rather Alaqua not know this, because it might hurt their feelings, as they have been so kind to […]

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Walton County Fire Rescue Celebrates Fire Prevention Week Walton County Fire Rescue employees helped to celebrate Fire Prevention Week at Mossy Head Elementary School on October 10th. Bobby Collins, the fire prevention committee coordinator, along with Firefighter Stevie Foreman, Engine 11 crew, Nathan Hickingbottom, J. R. Arsenault, and Medic 11 crew Melissa Brown and Heidi […]

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Durbin I’m a 3-year-old neutered male and I am looking for a family to share my love! I am available for adoption at Alaqua Animal Refuge. I have been here since I was a wee kitten. Alaqua is a great place to live, but I am a loving cat, dreaming about finding a home of […]

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Fire Prevention Week October 5th-11th, 2014   (Santa Rosa Beach) – In an effort to better educate communities throughout the U.S. about fire safety recommendations, the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is promoting “Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month!” as the theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, October 5th-11th, […]

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Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Week – Ebro! My name is Ebro, and “I ain’t nothing but a hound dog”! Unlike the hound dog Elvis sang about, I’m not “cryin’ all the time”! In fact, I’ve also been selected as “Mr. Congeniality”. I’m the most popular guy on the playground! The volunteers frequently pair […]

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2nd Annual 30A Charity Golf Classic — Oct 18th SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2014 PRESENTED BY Be the ball… Last year, over 100 players met at Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club for the inaugural 30A Charity Golf Classic — a wild one-day tournament that raised over $23,000 for charity! This year, our 2nd Annual tournament — PRESENTED BY […]

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