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MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor Nov 4 & 5

MountainFilm on Tour at WaterColor Nov 4 & 5

MountainFilm on Tour returns to WaterColor Resort Nov. 4-5, 2016. Celebrate the 16th Annual Film Festival at the beautiful WaterColor Resort in South Walton, Florida with two days of extraordinary films created to inspire courage, thought and empathy. WaterColor Resort hosts the 16th year of this eclectic mix of captivating films in an outdoor setting that enhances the bold imagery of these remarkable stories. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Growler Garage Revs Up Craft Beer Scene

Growler Garage Revs Up Craft Beer Scene

Interested in hanging out at a cool spot at the beach with 40 craft beers on tap? Head to the west end of Scenic 30A near Gulf Place to Growler Garage and hang with Mitch and Denise Omar. The fun couple from Memphis opened their unique beer garden just over a year ago to share their love of beer and bikes. There is nothing subdued about the operation. Mitch's custom-painted motorcycles, guitars, and surfboards jazz the space. Like the creative microbreweries and artists they promote, uniqueness is the name of the game. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Tryin' To Reason With Hurricane Season

Tryin' To Reason With Hurricane Season

It was absolutely beautiful here at the beach yesterday and today but the folks over on the East Coast are dealing with Hurricane Mathew. The storm has us getting a pretty stiff NE wind which makes it slick calm on the beach but pretty bouncy offshore. In another 2 weeks I'd take my folks out to chase Flounders and Kings right up on the beach but right now our only species are the Kings up in close and my folks decided they didn't want to just troll for a whole trip. Fine with me as it gives me a chance to catch up and write a report ! Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Working On Regional Paddle Trail

Walton County Working On Regional Paddle Trail

Walton County began the process of developing a paddle trail initiative on the Choctawhatchee River beginning in 2011. Former Walton County Board Member Scott Brannon led the movement towards the application for grant funds to develop the Blueway Paddle Trail. Unfortunately, Walton County was not awarded funding at that time. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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New O’Donnell Professional Building Stands Out

New O’Donnell Professional Building Stands Out

For those of you who’ve been wondering about the cool new building just completed next to the Donut Hole on Highway 98 - wonder no more - it is the new home of Great Florida Smiles & Orthodontics and the O’Donnell Eye Institute (both formerly located on Mack Bayou). Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Local Garrett Horn Shares "Postcards of Seagrove"

Local Garrett Horn Shares "Postcards of Seagrove"

Garrett Horn’s new book, Postcards of Seagrove, is a trip down memory lane. But don’t EVEN think that this is just another photo book with captions. Garrett takes readers through an unexpected odyssey, one filled with personal tales of love, laughter, discovery, loneliness, joy…well, you name it, Garett has been there and done that and he is baring it all to tell his Seagrove story. 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 August 2016

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for August 2016

The latest local real estate report for August 2016 includes statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up a significant 15% for August compared to the same month last year. The percentage of closed sales paid in cash was up 51%. Inventory was down 1%. Median sales price was down 11%. Months Supply of Inventory for Walton County is down 9% over same month last year at 7.2 months for August 2016. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Five Reasons We Love Grand Boulevard

Five Reasons We Love Grand Boulevard

With Anthropologie now open and Pottery Barn coming soon, Grand Boulevard’s retail mix is aligning nicely with their established dining scene. Wide shaded walkways, lush greens and stone facades will have you looking for excuses to visit, and there are plenty. Like Happy Hour, for instance. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Great Time to be Fishin' at Grayton

Great Time to be Fishin' at Grayton

It's a wonderful time to be at the beach! The last big crush of visitors from Labor Day weekend is over, there are no lines at the restaurants, Red Snapper season is open on the weekends and there are lots of other fish to catch during the week. The fall Red Snapper season opened up for four days over Labor Day weekend with lots of folks getting good catches on the days calm enough to go. The remains of Hurricane Hermine had the Gulf a little rough for a couple days but all in all we got off easy, it didn't even rain here! Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Sinfonia Gulf Coast Goes Retro For 2016-2017 Season

Sinfonia Gulf Coast Goes Retro For 2016-2017 Season

Keeping the tempo on the Emerald Coast’s cultural scene since its founding in 2005, Sinfonia Gulf Coast maintains the tradition of “symphony redefined” as it enters its 11th season as the region’s only fully professional symphony orchestra. Season 11, entitled RETROSPECTIVE, will offer a stellar lineup of concerts and educational initiatives featuring the orchestra and world-renowned guest artists. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Coastal Dune Lake Day at Grayton Beach State Park Sep 17

Coastal Dune Lake Day at Grayton Beach State Park Sep 17

Walton County Coastal Dune Lake Advisory Board is hosting Coastal Dune Lake Day at Grayton Beach State Park on Saturday, September 17 from 10:00 am til 4:00 pm. The community is invited to come out for a day long celebration of South Walton area coastal dune lakes on the shores of Western Lake in Grayton Beach. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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South Walton Turtle Season Facts

South Walton Turtle Season Facts

Sea turtle nesting season begins in May on many Florida beaches, including the beaches of South Walton (SoWal) and northwest Florida. The season lasts through the end of October and is the critical time when people can help keep sea turtles and hatchlings safe. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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12th Annual Hurricane Party at Bud & Alley's Sep 23

12th Annual Hurricane Party at Bud & Alley's Sep 23

The 12th Annual Hurricane Party will take place Friday, September 23 from 6:30-10:00 pm at Bud & Alley's Restaurant in Seaside, FL with all proceeds benefiting Children's Volunteer Health Network (CVHN). The night will be filled with entertainment along with the amazing views, food, beverages, dancing and fun that Bud and Alley’s is famous for, the event will also feature a live and silent auction. Put on your dancing shoes for 4 Barrel Funk from Mobile, Alabama with a Motown show. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Nashville Songwriters Tour At Baytowne Venues Oct 7 & 8

Nashville Songwriters Tour At Baytowne Venues Oct 7 & 8

The 7th annual Nashville Songwriters Florida Sunshine Tour brings top songwriters to The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin this October 7-8, 2016. Singer songwriters will perform at restaurants and venues throughout the Village for two incredible nights of music. The seventh annual event, sponsored by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) and hosted by Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, will showcase ten or more Nashville songwriters who will sing country’s biggest hits and share the stories behind the songs. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Love & Loyalty For Local Catch

Love & Loyalty For Local Catch

Seasons pass and visitors ebb and flow, but one thing is a constant on Scenic 30A: Sundays are Fundays at Local Catch Bar & Grill. The parking lot fills and cars line the street as folks flock to listen to Forrest Williams, enjoy great food, and unwind with friends. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Dog Harmony Always In Tune

Dog Harmony Always In Tune

Dog-Harmony is one of SoWal's more unique nonprofits and Founder Nancy Bown is definitely the leader of the pack. Bown, along with a great board of directors and dedicated team of volunteers make up Dog-Harmony. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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30A Craft Beer & Spirits Festival Sep 30 & Oct 1

30A Craft Beer & Spirits Festival Sep 30 & Oct 1

The Inaugural 30A Craft Beer & Spirits Festival will be at Gulf Place on Sep 30 and Oct 1, 2016. Formerly known as The Destin Beer Festival, the popular and tasty event has attracted over 1,000 craft beer & spirits lovers to our area each year with 100% of the proceeds benefiting local nonprofit organizations. This year the benefiting charity will be the beloved Seaside School Foundation. Buy Tickets Online >> Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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International Coastal Cleanup Sep 17

International Coastal Cleanup Sep 17

Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA) and its Partners are co-hosting coastal cleanup efforts, in collaboration with the Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup, to reduce the negative impacts of marine debris (trash) along coastal ecosystems in Walton County and Okaloosa County, FL. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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