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15th Annual CVHN Big Give on September 27th

It’s time for the 15th Annual CVHN Big Give on September 27th at Bud & Alley’s in Seaside! This annual event raises money that directly impacts CVHN programs serving children in need. The evening will be filled with live music, dancing, silent and live auctions. Bud & Alley’s will put together a delectable buffet dinner […]

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Alaqua Refuge Announces Benefit “For the Love of Animals”

Alaqua Animal Refuge announces its newest fundraising weekend, Animoré, to be held Friday and Saturday, October 18th and 19th, 2019 on the grounds of Alaqua’s future home along Highway 20 in Freeport, Florida. Showcasing two events and one epic weekend, Animoré is the first annual festival in celebration of and for the love of animals. The combination of two […]

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Master Gardening

  Anyone interested in becoming a University of Florida/IFAS Walton County Master Gardener?  If so, please join the Walton County Master Gardeners for a prospective Master Gardener volunteer orientation day on Thursday, August 15th from 10:00 am – Noon at the UF/IFAS Walton County Extension Office, 732 N 9th St, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435. At the orientation, […]

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The Market Shops to Celebrates Six-Year Anniversary with the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

The Market Shops, located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, will host the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce for their Business After Hours event on Thursday, September 19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in celebration of the six-year anniversary of the shopping center. The community is invited to explore The Market Shops […]

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4th Annual Women in Science Conference September 12th

Interested in Stem Science? The 4th Annual Women in Science Conference is a celebration of women in all STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) professions. Hosted by the Emerald Coast Science Center, the evening will consist of inspirational presentations from professional women in STEM careers. Proceeds benefit the Emerald Coast Science Center’s Girls Engaged in Making […]

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Screen Time Guidelines for Families

By Christine Rushford, MS LMHC, Coastal Counseling There is no way around it—screens are here to stay. Many parents wonder, “Should my toddler have a tablet?” Or lately, “Is my teenager addicted to video games?” There are more and more studies coming out to aid parents to determine what is age appropriate for children regarding […]

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Rockwell Tharp Ladies Boutique – Shares More Fashion Trends

By Kristi Rockwell and Cameron Tharp  How exciting!  We are so enthusiastic about fashion and due to an overwhelming response, Rockwell Tharp was asked to provide and continue an extended column on wonderful fashion trends for The Gulf Coast.   Last month we covered some extremely popular trends that you can not miss: Pretty belle […]

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Emerald Coast Autism Center Celebrates 10 Years!

By Rita L. Sherwood What happens when a mom of a five year old with autism and a Special Education Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapist put their heads together? They create a local, non-profit school and therapy center for autistic kids, the Emerald Coast Autism Center, (ECAC) right here in Niceville. When asked why they […]

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July at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

July is a time for celebration. The country is celebrating its Independence Day. The park is celebrating National Park and Recreation month. There are many recreational opportunities to enjoy within the 1643 acres that are Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. There are 15 miles of hiking and biking trails to enjoy. If you’re wanting a […]

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Guest Column:  The Defining Forces of Freedom

By Dave Holland This month as we celebrate Independence Day, we revel in the belief that men and women are free to choose their path in life. While we bear both the responsibilities and the consequences of our actions, our freedoms make us the envy of the world. This liberty comes at great cost as […]

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