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Get Down and Derby At The Market Shops May 5

Get Down and Derby At The Market Shops May 5

The Junior League of the Emerald Coast (JLEC) is excited to announce The Down & Derby Fest, taking place at The Market Shops on May 5, 2018 in honor of the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby. The festival will feature “Derby Fare” from local restaurants highlighting the Emerald Coast’s best savory cuisine, decadent desserts and luscious libations. The menu will offer everything from a mint julep to an authentic Kentucky Hot Brown. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for February 2018

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for February 2018

The latest SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for February 2018, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up 16% for February compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was was up 11.7%. Inventory was down 6.7%, dropping for the 10th month in a row. Median sales price was down 4.8%. Dollar volume increased 2.9% over last year at $117.8 Million. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Chef Josh Smith Marries Personal Style with Tradition at Edward’s in Rosemary Beach

Chef Josh Smith Marries Personal Style with Tradition at Edward’s in Rosemary Beach

Fans of Edward’s Fine Food and Wine in Rosemary Beach have always loved unique touches like black-and-white movies in the courtyard, the Chef’s Counter, live music, and a farm-fresh menu. Since taking over the helm from founder and local Chef Ed Reese in October 2017, Chef Josh Smith has worked to capitalize on those traditions while injecting his own style. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Gulf Coast Go Connects SoWal and Destin

Gulf Coast Go Connects SoWal and Destin

Curtis Spagnola wants to go where no double decker bus or trolley has gone before…by offering transportation to folks from Okaloosa Island to Rosemary Beach. His company, Gulfcoastgo, will feature 10 double decker buses traveling from Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach to 30Avenue in Inlet Beach, and 12 trolleys operating along the Scenic 30A corridor. With a Spring Break start date, Curtis has ramped up for his latest business venture. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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The Locals Know: It's St. Paddy's, not St. Patty's!

The Locals Know: It's St. Paddy's, not St. Patty's!

Bust out your favorite green socks and hats, and practice your jig because everyone is Irish in South Walton for the Annual St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival this Saturday, March 17th! The parade starts on Scenic 30A at 2 pm, just west of County Highway 83 (Blue Mountain Beach Road) and ends about four miles west at Gulf Place. The Grand Marshal of the parade this year will be Walton County Commissioner Tony Anderson. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Café Thirty-A is the Heart of Seagrove Beach

Café Thirty-A is the Heart of Seagrove Beach

Café Thirty-A has played host to anniversary dinners, engagement parties, milestone birthdays and date nights. The beloved restaurant, with its white tablecloth service, is known for accommodating those special memory-making moments that call for breaking bread together in style. But did you know that Café Thirty-A is also a happening spot for cocktails, good wine, small plates and dinner specials? Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Red Fish Taco Opens at Red Fish Village in Blue Mountain Beach

Red Fish Taco Opens at Red Fish Village in Blue Mountain Beach

There's a new place in Blue Mountain Beach to get our taco fix! But it's much more than that ... Red Fish Taco has opened the doors on the ground floor of Trebeache' in Redfish Village on the corner of Scenic 30A and County Road 83 by the local team that also operates six restaurants across three states. Chef Jim Richard and his creative team have done it again, venturing forth with a fast, fresh and casual concept just off gorgeous Blue Mountain Beach. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Early Spring SoWal Fishing

Early Spring SoWal Fishing

Been a long time since I stopped and wrote a fishing report. We have not had a lot of calm days to get out this spring. The temps warmed up quick after the record cold of January and we had a few real pretty days around Valentines. Last week had 5 nice days but it went and got cool again. Big front coming through on the weekend that is supposed to have the temps back down to the low 60's next week. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Bay Breeze Patio Anniversary & Grilling Expo March 23 & 24

Bay Breeze Patio Anniversary & Grilling Expo March 23 & 24

The most glorious time of year has returned once again to the shores of SoWal Beaches - rebirth & renewal, joy & beauty - and outdoor living! Spring is in the air, folks are drifting outside, and Bay Breeze Patio loyal customers are ready for some serious grilling and good times at the Anniversary Event & Grilling Expo March 23-24, 2018. The event will be at the store at 35 Forest Shore Drive, Miramar Beach, just west of Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Sandestin Offers 77 Luxury Condominiums at Osprey Pointe

Sandestin Offers 77 Luxury Condominiums at Osprey Pointe

Sandestin Investments is launching a new condo development, Osprey Pointe at Sandestin. The project consists of 77 luxury units in five buildings, with a pool and outdoor recreation space in a pristine setting. Osprey Pointe will be just north of the existing Heron Walk Road and south of Jolee Island, the resort’s bayfront island preserve. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Staying Safe at the Beach in South Walton

Staying Safe at the Beach in South Walton

At SoWal.com, we are committed to helping locals and visitors stay safe while enjoying our beautiful beaches. The beach is such a wonderful place to relax. At the beach, life is beautiful and we slip into a state of mind where we feel comfortable, carefree, and secure. That's what a vacation is all about! However, the gulf waters can be dangerous and it's important to always put safety first. For detailed information about Beach Safety go here > Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Taste of the Race at Seaside with Emeril Lagasse Mar 2

Taste of the Race at Seaside with Emeril Lagasse Mar 2

Taste of the Race kicks off the Seaside School Half Marathon & 5K Race weekend on Friday, March 2, 2018 with Chef Emeril Lagasse. Join Chef Emeril Lagasse in person and enjoy cuisine from many of the Gulf Coast’s top chefs and restaurants. Enjoy complimentary fine wine from Wine World, craft spirits, and craft beer from Grayton Beer Company. Live performance by Lucky Town! The outdoor evening festivities will be held rain or shine in a heated tent, under the big top! Space is limited. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival Apr 26 - 29

South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival Apr 26 - 29

Tickets are on sale now for South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival, taking place April 26 – April 29, 2018, in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin. With more than 800 wines to taste over four days, this annual charity event delivers a wine experience unparalleled among Northwest Florida wine festivals. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Grayton Seafood Co. Is the Local's Choice

Grayton Seafood Co. Is the Local's Choice

When Kenny Griner was a young boy, he learned to throw a cast net and soon developed a love for all things Seafood. He opened Chet's Restaurant in Pensacola 25 years ago but made the decision to go smaller with his latest venture, Grayton Seafood Co. (GSC). Nestled in the shops of Uptown Grayton, his pride and joy has quickly taken on the reputation as the place to go for the freshest in seafood offerings. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for January 2018

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for January 2018

The latest SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for January 2018, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up 15.5% for January compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was was up 16.3%. Inventory was down 11%, dropping for the 9th month in a row. Median sales price was up 5.5%. Dollar volume increased 36.5% over last year at $115.4 Million. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Smiles are Free at The Art of Simple in Seaside

Smiles are Free at The Art of Simple in Seaside

The Art of Simple is one of those special places that seems to have evolved right along with South Walton. Over time, the well-curated boutique has taken on one form or another, going from a shop to a gallery and back. Owners Michael and Laura Granberry just celebrated five years on the square in Seaside, and fifteen years in business overall. Still, the Granberrys continue to bring an artistic eye for fresh and unique gifts for the people of Seaside. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for December 2017

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for December 2017

The latest SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for December 2017, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up an amazing 43.5% for December compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was was up 12.2%. Inventory was down 12.89%, dropping for the 8th month in a row. Median sales price was up 0.1%. Dollar volume soared 62% over last year at $43.5 Million. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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NEAT Bottle Shop And Tasting Room at Alys Beach Expands Space & Menu Offerings

NEAT Bottle Shop And Tasting Room at Alys Beach Expands Space & Menu Offerings

NEAT Bottle Shop & Tasting Room has expanded following the completion of the interiors, as well as updates to the menu. The newly expanded space serves as an extension to the current tasting room, now boasting additional seating for 24 inside and a total of 60 overall. The design of the new addition keeps with the elements of both the bottle shop and tasting room—wood panels and cozy seating, accented with brass and marble details. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Seaside Dune Restoration Project Underway

Seaside Dune Restoration Project Underway

In an effort to mitigate storm effects and maintain its beaches in the best possible condition, Seaside is restoring and re-nourishing its coastal sand dunes. This approach will further develop Seaside’s long-term preservation and resiliency strategy to protect the landscape and maintain the native ecosystems. Its implementation will provide natural, enduring and future protection with no adverse effect to adjacent coastal areas. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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