Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents A Christmas Carol, December 8 – December 22, 2023. From the first “Bah humbug” to the final “Wassail,” this timeless classic is sure to rekindle your holiday spirit. Join all your favorite Dickens characters—Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet-to-come, […]
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The Courtyard at Pescado, located on the ground floor of the Orleans Building in Rosemary Beach, is hosting a Night of Italian wines with an eclectic menu of pasta dishes by Chef John Engle. The event is taking place Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $160 per person plus 7% tax […]
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A Theatre for Young Audiences Performance Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus, December 1 – December 9, 2023. Two compelling stories come together in this heartwarming play inspired by the famous editorial Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. On Christmas Eve, in New York City, eight-year-old Virginia […]
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Beginning October 30, 2023, CR30A will be inaccessible at Deer Lake due to the construction of a new bridge. The project encompasses relocating utilities, removing the current box culvert, installing a new precast concrete bridge, realigning the road and multiuse path, and setting up drainage facilities. Anticipated to last 180 days, the contract is scheduled […]
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DESTIN, FLA – As the holiday season approaches, Destin Commons is excited to announce an array of festivities and holiday happenings that will bring the spirit of the season to life for all ages. To kick off the start of the holiday season is Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting on November 17, from 6:00 PM to […]
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According to a report published in the VisitSouthWalton newsletter, Tourist Development Tax collections showed a 6.6 percent decrease in South Walton for August 2023 compared with the previous year. Total collections for August 2023 in South Walton were $5,433,317.90. The Tourist Development Tax, or bed tax, is a 5-percent tax collected on hotels, condos, and […]
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For the Eleventh time, Redd’s Pub in Blue Mountain Beach will host The Rocky Horror Picture Show Halloween party, Saturday October 28th. This one will be different. One year ago Redd’s lost their treasured staff member Danielle Sheridan to an automobile accident. Danielle loved cats, and supported local 501c focused on feline rescues. In her […]
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FEATURING HEADLINERS JEFF TWEEDY, ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS, ROSANNE CASH, KT TUNSTALL, and NEWLY CONFIRMED GRACE POTTER and RODNEY CROWELL, plus 170 additional artists to perform January 12 – 15, 2024 along Highway 30A in South Walton, Florida “30A made its debut in 2010 and has become the biggest, most prestigious songwriters’ festival in […]
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An Educational Theatre Performance Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents Finding Nemo JR., a production of ECTC’s Educational Theatre Program, November 2nd – November 4th. Nemo! When Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such […]
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The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, and First Capital Finance/Florida First Capital (FCF/FFC) have renewed their partnership to help small businesses access the capital they need to grow and create jobs. The Florida SBDC Network and FCF/FFC have nourished a longstanding partnership. Through this MOU, […]
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Down Island has recently introduced Fall Fridays with late night live music from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. (no cover) every Friday night this fall. Late night goers will enjoy food from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. including seasoned goldfish, andouille corn dogs, smoked fish dip, fried pickles and of course, Janca Juice (a signature […]
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Now Seeking Community Support via Kickstarter, this Restaurant Offers an Immersive Dining Experience on Highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida! Chef William Farrington is a multi-talented US based chef, and he has proudly announced that he is opening a new restaurant on Highway 30A in Florida. With an inspiring aim to offer the ultimate […]
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It is often said that if you want to continue to enjoy sausage, it is never a good idea to watch it being made. That probably holds true for crafting governmental budgets, too. At Monday night’s final Budget Hearing, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) took several hours to craft the sausage. This […]
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Alaqua Animal Refuge, the renowned non-profit organization dedicated to providing shelter and care to animals in need, today announced a full calendar of October events designed to bring together animal lovers and the community. With a focus on family fun, entertainment, and animal adoption opportunities, Alaqua is excited to unveil its extensive event list for […]
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The 516 Project is pleased to announce its upcoming Veterans Serve Day on September 30, 2023. This initiative is aimed at providing a much-needed wheelchair ramp for a local disabled Air Force Veteran. This will make a lasting impact by providing safe access to their home. 516 Project serves Bay County and beyond. The Veteran […]
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– South Walton Fire District (SWFD) firefighters responded to a shooting incident Thursday evening alongside Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputies, in which firefighters transported two individuals with gunshot wounds and extinguished a fatal vehicle fire. SWFD dispatchers received the 911 call at 11:03 p.m. stating an unknown person was shooting at cars near the […]
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The Panama City Beach Parks & Recreation Department is celebrating Fall this weekend, with its inaugural Fall Festival & Farmers Market from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, September 23 at Aaron Bessant Park. Bring the family out for this free, fun event that will include more than 50 vendors. Shop for fresh produce and handmade crafts, […]
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The Friends of the Coastal Branch Library are excited to announce the return of their annual book sale, a community tradition spanning more than 20 years. This year’s sale will feature the largest selection of books to date, including vintage books and records. The event is set to take place on October 28, from 9 […]
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This year’s Festival showcases more than 100 visual artists, 8 live music performances and live theater scenes Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) celebrates the cultural arts by expanding and enhancing the offerings of its annual Festival of the Arts set for October 27-29. This year’s event kicks off on Friday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. […]
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Most Walton County residents know what a special place this is, yet at the most recent meeting of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), everyone discovered that Walton County may be even more unique than we previously suspected. Noted filmmaker Arix Zalace and Sean Couch, entrepreneur and philanthropist, discussed the ecological jewel known […]
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Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin proudly presents four special events coming up in September and October. MDQ Mixtape, An Evening With Bryan Kennedy and Kevin Boyle, Comedy On the Boulevard, and Me and my Gal – A live Judy Garland and Gene Kelly Musical Tribute are all so different that […]
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Benefiting Emerald Coast NICU and Family Birth Place at Miramar Beach Wine Down Wednesday, a first-year event hosted by Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation, will take place on Wednesday, September 27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Ambrosia 30A in Inlet Beach. All proceeds raised will benefit Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast NICU and Family Birth Place. Guests […]
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Proceeds to benefit Habitat for Humanity – Walton County The Market Shops will host its Eighth Annual Bloody Mary Festival, benefiting Habitat for Humanity – Walton County, on Saturday, October 14. The annual event, powered by Step One Automotive Group, will feature unlimited tastes of South Walton’s most creative and innovative bloody marys, made with […]
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The Walton County Board of County Commissioners (WCBCC) welcomed their newest member before starting their regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 11. Former State Representative Brad Drake was appointed to the Commission by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis following the resignation of former Commissioner Mike Barker, who took a job with the City of DeFuniak Springs. On […]
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AT HENDERSON BEACH RESORT Singer-songwriter Erin Enderlin performs Wednesday, Oct. 25 Singer-songwriter duo Capps & Hughes perform Wednesday, Nov. 1 Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) adds to its 2023 fall season with two new Unplugged live music concerts. The “listening lounge”-style concert series showcases singer-songwriters, individual musicians, duos, and small bands performing intimate acoustic sets. […]
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THE BRIGHTER LIFE SHOW, LEE BENTON MINISTRIES, THE WEEKEND FREE-FOR-ALL, SEE THE UNSEEN, AND MORE TO NEW FAMILY-FRIENDLY STREAMING PLATFORM Includes Cartoon Favorites From Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, Bugs Bunny, Sylvester The Cat, Tweety Bird, and more! “It is exciting to have a new outlet that is featuring our music and stories. Canyon Star TV […]
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Idyll Hounds Brewing Company Announces Ninth Annual Signature Event, Houndfest9, to Benefit Westonwood Ranch SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (September 7, 2023) – Idyll Hounds Brewing Company’s signature event, Houndfest9 presented by Rosemary Beach Realty & Cottage Rental Company, will take place Friday-Saturday, September 29-30 with proceeds benefiting Westonwood Ranch. To kick off the event weekend, […]
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– For the past 15 years, the 30A Songwriters Festival has attracted thousands of dedicated live music fans from around the world to hear original songwriters spanning multiple genres perform their songs. The beach resort towns along Scenic Highway 30A on the Gulf of Mexico feature 30 venues presenting over 180 songwriters and 280+ solo, […]
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COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR Leading International Competition Celebrates Collaboration of Design + Art in Public Spaces The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) in partnership with the South Walton Artificial Reef Association (SWARA) is proud to announce that the Underwater Museum of Art (UMA) recently received the 2023 CODAaward for Collaboration of the Year! […]
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A CULTURAL & CULINARY EXTRAVAGANZA Crescendo! 2024 Kick-off Thursday, Jan. 25 Crescendo! Vintner Dinners Friday, March 1 Crescendo! Main Event Sunday, March 3 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, cuisine, […]
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HOT PROPERTIES Just opened in February, The Lodge 30A is an intimate 85-room boutique hotel tucked between the Gulf of Mexico’s sugarwhite sand beaches and the expansive greenery of Point Washington State Forest in the community of Seagrove Beach. Guests have access to the private Watersound Beach Club and two private championship golf courses, not to mention […]
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Long-time 30A family brings together their favorite dishes and life experiences into a new sister restaurant, Watersound Village Market. Hartley Restaurant Group, known for its culinary excellence and commitment to bringing diverse flavors to the 30A area, is thrilled to introduce its latest venture, Village Market at Watersound Town Center, nicknamed “Watersound Village Market.” Owned […]
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National Diaper Need Awareness Week, September 18-24th Caring & Sharing along with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office will hold its Second Annual Diaper Drive, sponsored by Specialty Roofers, from September 18 – October 6th. Their goal is to collect a six-month supply of diapers for the community in recognition of National Diaper Need Awareness Week. […]
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SALT WATER MUSIC FEST FEATURING 6 SINGER/SONGWRITERS, OCTOBER 12-14 Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Macy Gray Performs Live, Thursday, Oct. 12 LOCASH Headlines Nashville Singer/Songwriter Showcase, Friday, Oct. 13 Singer/Songwriter Brunch at Soleil, Saturday, Oct. 14 The first ever Salt Water Music Fest, presented by Salt Water Vacations and Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation, brings Destin music lovers a […]
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Urgent Response Leads to Legal Consequences In a critical and deeply unsettling animal rescue operation, Alaqua Animal Refuge, led by founder Laurie Hood, intervened in a life-threatening situation involving dozens of animals. The effort was coordinated in partnership with Deputy Sheriff Greg Barton of Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, Walton County Sheriff’s Office, Florida, and Washington […]
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GulfSAR is continuously monitoring weather conditions and the projected path of Tropical Storm Idalia. Current forecast models have Tropical Storm Idalia strengthening as it crosses the Eastern Gulf of Mexico and rapidly developing into what is projected to be MAJOR Hurricane status as it approaches Florida’s Western Coast. With projected rainfalls and life-threatening storm surge, […]
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“Beachbilly Lifestyle” invites audiences of all ages to embark on a thrilling journey where coastal charm meets rustic roots. With stunning beachscapes as a backdrop, the show captures the essence of a unique lifestyle that seamlessly blends the best of the beach and country living. Viewers will experience the harmonious blend of surf, sand, and […]
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September 14th from 4-6pm at 30Avenue location Blush Beauty Lounge’s new owner Meg Burns wants to celebrate all things beauty with a bash on September 14th from 4-6pm. Exciting giveaways, discounted services, exclusive product samples, light bites, sweets and organic wine, are all on tap for an afternoon which promises to be a blushing good […]
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Essential School Supplies for Students in Need Step One Automotive Group, a leading automotive dealership network with locations across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, proudly announces its successful participation in the community-led “Stuff the Bus” initiative. Focused on providing essential school supplies to students in low-income families, Step One Automotive Group transformed its various dealership locations […]
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Saltwater Restaurants Inc. is proud of its ongoing partnership with the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge. In a heartfelt collaboration, the organizations celebrated the release of a rehabilitated Blue Heron named “Bob” in honor of Robert “Bob” Bonezzi, founder of Saltwater Restaurants, Inc. The release event took place on Monday, August 21st, at the scenic Al’s […]
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The Non-Breakable, Full-Size Plastic Wine Bottles Provide A Luxe, Safe Option For The Beach Salty Girls Rosé founder Katie Truax poured together her love for the beach, entrepreneur background, and passion for wine to bottle rosé imported from the South of France into full-size, non-breakable packaging that can be enjoyed on the beach. In full-size, […]
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Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) will usher in the fall 2023 cultural arts season with something new … and salty! The first-ever Salt Water Music Fest, presented by Salt Water Vacations and MKAF, brings Destin music lovers a sensational three-day music showcase celebration to raise funds and awareness for MKAF — Destin’s champion of the […]
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Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents Million Dollar Quartet September 15 – October 1, 2023. This performance explodes on stage with a monumental night of rock ‘n’ roll. Inspired by the most famous jam session in recording history, this smash-hit musical tells the story of legendary music icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, […]
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Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) launches new brand to continue growth and heighten their impact in the fight to end child abuse and neglect in Walton and Okaloosa Counties. ECCAC has revealed glimpses of some very exciting changes via social media over the recent weeks, culminating with the launch of its new website on […]
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Invoke performs one-evening-only August 20 at 6 p.m. ‘Peter and the Wolf’ performed by Fountain Five Wind Quintet on August 16, 23, 30 at 6 p.m. As part of its music education community outreach program, Sinfonia Gulf Coast is delighted to invite families and friends to four free al fresco summer concerts performed live in […]
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“It’s hard to believe, but I’ve been in the driver’s seat for nearly 17 years,” said Mike Ragsdale, Founder of The 30A Company. “I’ve taken the brand as far as I’m personally capable, and I couldn’t be more excited to now work under Gary’s new leadership.” Ragsdale will now serve as 30A’s Chief Creative Officer. […]
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September 9th and 10th The seventh annual Emerald Coast Holistic Health Expo is set to take place on September 9th and 10th at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Conference Center. The expo will feature an exhibit hall and market open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. […]
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Gulf Life Real Estate is proud to announce the opening of their new Real Estate office in Southport, Florida. Since its inception in 2022, the company has grown from 2 agents to nearly 40 agents across 3 counties in a little over a year. Founded by long time Real Estate Instructor and Broker, Robert “Opey” […]
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After a nationwide search, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) announces the appointment of Quinn Roberston to the position of County Administrator. “The Board is excited to welcome our new County Administrator to Walton County to lead our team,” said Danny Glidewell, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. “Quinn Robertson has a […]
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