SoWal Stories

Local Chef Jim Richard Highlights NOLA Festival

Emeril Lagasse Foundation’s annual fundraising weekend returns to New Orleans on November 7 and 8, 2014. Premier chefs from across the nation and New Orleans will descend upon downtown Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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George's at Alys Beach Welcomes New Executive Chef Darek Tidwell

George’s at Alys Beach, Ann and George Hartley’s casual dining spot on Florida’s scenic Highway 30A, warmly welcome Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Jewelry of 30A Shines in Seagrove

Tim and Patsy Hardin know fine jewelry when they see it. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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"You're So SoWal If..." Presenting Our 2014 Winners

The judging is complete and the official results are in for our 2014 "You're So SoWal if..." contest! A big SoWal thanks to everyone who sent in entries to make this year the be Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Grayt Coffee House Music in September

September is the perfect time to get out and enjoy great live music and good company. We're excited about the music coming to Grayt Coffee House at Grayt Grounds of Monet Monet this month. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Dread Clampitt Kicks off Scallop Festival in Port St Joe Sept 12

Make plans to attend Florida Scallop & Music Festival September 12-13, 2014 along beautiful St. Joseph Bay in Port St. Joe, Florida. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Dogs and Cats Love Bow Wow Meow Pet Company

When John Scanlan, his wife Natalie, and rescue dog “Buddy” moved to Santa Rosa Beach from Atlanta in 2010, he had only one thing in mind - “to open a holistic, eco-friendly, and Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Bud & Alley's Hosts 10th Annual CVHN Hurricane Party Sep 26

Bud & Alley’s in Seaside, FL, will host the 10th Annual Hurricane Party on Friday, Sept. 26 from 6-10 p.m. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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From Indian Pass to Grayton Beach

After being gone for almost a month I got back to Seagrove Beach, and weather permitting, back to fishing off Grayton tomorrow. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Beer Drinkers Unite at Baytowne Beer Fest Oct 17-18, 2014

Here's to Beer! Mmmmmmm beer! Beer drinkers unite! Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Beach Getaway Package Supports the Fight Against Breast Cancer While Celebrating Life

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Newman-Dailey Resort Properties in partnership with Silver Sands Premium Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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South Walton Real Estate Report for July 2014

July 2014 nearly closes out the summer with cash sales on single family homes soaring 56%over the same month last year. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Fall is the Best of All in Seaside

With value-added deals from the Homeowner's Collection, and a host of special events taking place all across Northwest Florida, a v Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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South Walton Fashion Week Calls for Model Applications

South Walton Fashion Week (SWFW) calls for male and female models to apply for runway shows and the SWFW Model Competition to be held October 9-11. Models are required to submit an online appl Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Vintage SoWal - Kids From Every Decade Love the Beach

This pic was taken in about 1970. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Surfline Beach Fun at WaterColor in South Walton, Florida

WaterColor Inn & Resort lies along the Gulf of Mexico and reaches into the coatal woodlands bordering Western Lake and Grayton Beach State Park to the west and the town of Seaside to the east. It's a family favorite for beach fun and a place where memories are made. Aerial Photography and Video by Moon Creek Studios - http://mooncreek.com. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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St. Joe Community Foundation Provides Grant for Gopher Tortoise Conservation

The St. Joe Company, Northwest Florida’s leading residential and commercial property developer, and The St. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Watershed Music Festival at Boshamps SEPT 20

Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House of the Destin Harbor will host the inaugural Choctawhatchee WATERSHED Music Festival on SEPT 20 from 2pm-10pm. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Lung Surgeon Joins Sacred Heart Cancer Center

Dr. Paul Chomiak, an experienced thoracic oncology surgeon, has joined Sacred Heart Medical Oncology Group with offices at the Sacred Heart Cancer Center in Pensacola. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Panama City Beach Seafood & Music Festival Returns OCT 17 & 18

This fall, the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce, the Panama City Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) invite locals and visitors alik Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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19th Annual Festival of the Arts at Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village OCT 25-26

The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation will present the 19th Annual Festival of the Arts on Oct. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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It's Time to Grab Some Food and Hit the Beach

Life at the beach is all about a having a free spirit and free time. It’s a place we celebrate by having our toes in the sand and not in the kitchen. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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The National Economy and Real Estate Sales in Rosemary Beach

I was in South Florida recently meeting with an elite group of real estate professionals from all over the world. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Come Celebrate La Cocina's 5th Anniversary Aug 21

La Cocina Mexican Grill and Bar will celebrate five years in business with birthday cake for each guest on August 21 during lun Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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Stroll Baytowne Art Walk AUG 29-31

The Village of Baytowne Wharf is hosting Baytowne Art Walk August 29-31 from 5-10pm in the Events Plaza. Read more... We'd love to hear what you think...you can comment here or on the story page. Feel free to share on your site, blog, facebook, or any other site.

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