SoWal Stories

Last Minute Vacation Deals! Save 30% from GRS Beach Rentals

SAVE 30% Discount on Available Selected Properties for 6 nights or more! Stays less than 6 days, save 20% off the published rate! 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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Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast Ranked Best in Florida for Patient Engagem

Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast has been recognized for its patient engagement efforts in the first Nat 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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Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach June 5-7, 2014

Art, architecture and technology converges and merges when more than two dozen dynamic digital works by artists from all corners of the globe set Alys Beach aglow in early June. 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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Coastal Dune Lakes Episode 1 - Introduction to the Lakes

For months now our team at Live Oak Production Group has been posting photos, teaser videos, and blog posts about our upcoming project on the coastal dune lakes of Walton County, 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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McCaskill & Company Welcomes Renowned Jewelry Designer Erica Courtney JUN 26-28

Luxury jewelry designer Erica Courtney has an impressive list of accomplishments - from accessorizing celebrities like Julia Roberts, Sandra Bullock, Jessica Alba and Ellen DeGeneres to mining for 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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Red Snapper for Breakfast - Lunch & Dinner Too

The long awaited opening of Red Snapper season has not disapointed any of my eager anglers that have gotten to go chase the critters. 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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Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast Announces $30 Million Expansion

Leaders of Sacred Heart Health System announced plans yesterday to launch a $30 million expansion of facilities and services at Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast. 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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12th Annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic June 18-22, 2014

The richest billfish tournament on the Gulf Coast takes place every year at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. 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 April 2014

The latest real estate report for April 2014 in Walton County reflects a healthy and active market. Pending sales of single family homes increased 24% 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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SoWal Style - WaterColor Boulevard Elegance Provides a Vacation Haven

Luxury and leisure reign supreme in the heart of South Walton on the main boulevard in WaterColor's town center. Cerulean Park is a sight to behold with towering oaks, luscious green lawns and cascades of flowers lining the central fountain and watercourse which flows into a clear pond reflecting WaterColor's shops and restaurants. As a premier beach vacation rental, 81 WaterColor Boulevard's impressive layout includes three levels, five bedrooms including carriage house, and accommodations for 12, providing plenty of space for large families or groups. Fabulous porch spaces and a private courtyard allow an intimate connection to the Florida outdoor lifestyle. The home’s central location provides easy access to WaterColor's excellent...

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Eden Gardens State Park has "Prettiest Porch of the South"

Any SoWal insider will tell you that Eden Gardens State Park isa must see when you're visiting the Beaches of South Walton. 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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Inaugural Boat Launch & Fishing Clinic at Kellogg Bayfront Park June 12

The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA) of Northwest Florida State College in partnership with Walton County Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Walton County Tourist Development Council, will 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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Find Your Perfect Swimsuit Fit at Tommy Bahama Sip & Swim Event June 21

It's the perfect time of year to find the perfect fitting suit! 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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2014 "You're So SoWal If..."

Every Summer we have a blast reading entries and picking winners from the annual "You're So SoWal" contest. We want to hear from you - so we're asking all beach lovers to send us more of your good stuff by completing the thought, "You're So SoWal If . . . " Send us your creative answers using the form below or email directly to us. Deadline for all submissions is August 15, 2014. Photos representing the essence of South Walton Life are also very welcome. We want to hear from you about what it means to be so in love with South Walton Beaches. What's unique? What's quirky? What's beautiful? What's funny? How thick is the seaweed? Why is that sign on the beach? Where did I leave my beer? Check SoWal.com, SoWal Forum (one of...

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SoWal Coastal Dune Lake Aerials and Night Dune Pics, Part II

Last week Dad and I came down to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park to do more work for the upcoming

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The Bay Restaurant Hosts 2014 Summer Race Series

The Bay Restaurant at the foot of the 331 bridge is the host site for this year's YOLO Relay Series - three monthly races beginning Thursday, May 29 at 5:30 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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Great American Picnic at Watersound Origins JUN 8

Watersound Origins will host the Great American Picnic on June 8 from 4pm-8pm. 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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Mosley Insurance Has You Covered

Back in 1996, Anne Mosley was living with her three children on a horse farm in Wisconsin. 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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2014 Destin Charity Wine Auction Raises $2 Million for Local Children's Charities

Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s (DCWAF) 9th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction raised a record breaking $2 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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Laurie Hood of Alaqua Animal Refuge Receives Daily Point of Light Award from George H

Laurie Hood received the Daily Point of Light Award from President George H. W. 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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Summertime and the Fishin' is Easy in SoWal!

Like the title says, the fishin' has been easy and the weather has been great too. If you can't fill the box right now you need to take up golf! 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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How To Stay 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. 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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Walton County Real Estate Report for First Quarter 2014

The real estate report for the first quarter of 2014 in Walton County, Florida is remarkable and clearly shows the health of the market. 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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Timing is Right for Counts Real Estate Group

Counts Real Estate Group opened their Scenic 30A office in July last year, led by Jason Oakes. The group operates four offices in the Florida Panhandle with 65 full-time agents. 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 Officially Opens in Panama City Beach

The bell rang loud and clear yesterday as a 30-year Seaside tradition made the short hop over to the waterfront in Panama City Beach. 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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