November 2022

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Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting

Date/Time Date(s) – 11/18/20226:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location Destin Commons Categories General Event Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting When: Friday, November 18, 2022 | 6-8 p.m. Where: Destin Commons, 4100 Legendary Drive, Destin, FL 32541 Destin Commons welcomes all to watch as Santa lights their holiday tree on Friday, November 18 from 6-8 p.m. Enjoy face painting, hot chocolate, and a photo booth! At 7 p.m. the holiday parade begins as Santa arrives on Main Street to light the most spectacular Christmas tree on the Emerald Coast. After the Christmas tree lighting, the extravaganza will end with a finale of fireworks. ### ABOUT DESTIN COMMONS: Voted “Best Shopping/Lifestyle Center ” by readers of VIP Destin, award-winning Destin Commons continues to set the standard as Northwest Florida’s premier open-air lifestyle center. Set on 56 acres, the architecturally unique property, managed by Turnberry in partnership with Legendary, Inc., offers more than 85 stores and restaurants offering the finest shopping, dining, and entertainment, including Bass Pro Shops, Belk, H&M, Uncle Buck’s Fishbowl & Grill, AMC Destin, a 14-screen stadium-style movie theatre, Party Fowl, and coming soon, City Food Hall. Destin Commons also includes 160,000 square feet of Class A office space, free Wi-Fi access, an interactive pop fountain, a children’s soft play area, and Luckey Climber, a children’s climbing sculpture that inspires creativity. Destin Commons is located at the corner of US Highway 98 and Mid Bay Bridge Road. For more information, visit destincommons.com.   https://30a-tv.com/events/santas-arrival-tree-lighting/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More

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Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Thanksgiving Meals To Go

Date/Time Date(s) – 11/18/2022All Day Location Miramar Categories Food Let Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort® cater your Thanksgiving meal. Contact 850.267.8730 to place your order. All orders are to be place by Friday, November 18th. Address: 9300 Emerald, Coast Parkway West, Miramar Beach, Fl 32550 Phone: (850) 867-8730 THANKSGIVING MENU THANKSGIVING DINNER $199 PLUS TAX | FEEDS 6 – 8 PEOPLE Starter: One Dozen Homemade Biscuits Entrees: Honey Glazed Spiral Ham | 4lbs Whole Roasted Turkey Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing | 1qt Turkey Gravy with Thyme | 1qt Fresh Cranberry – Orange Sauce and Candied Pecans | 1qt Sides: Choose Two ($8 for each additional) Green Bean Casserole Braised Collard Greens Mashed Cauliflower w/ Leeks Corn Casserole Scalloped Potatoes Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes Desserts: Choose One ($12 for each additional) Sweet Potato Cheese Pie Pecan Pie Pumpkin Pie Applesauce Cake   Reheat instructions will be provided by email and/ or at pick up time. Pick up instructions and scheduling will be discussed with the guest when order is being placed.   https://30a-tv.com/events/sandestin-golf-and-beach-resort-thanksgiving-meals-to-go/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More


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A Look Into the Kaiya Beach House

Progress as of November 7, 2022 One of the key elements that contributes to the spirit of Kaiya Beach Resort is a high level of service. It is the essence of Kaiya’s commitment to create life-giving experiences and offer heartfelt hospitality for all who are part of the Kaiya journey. From the groundbreaking of every new home, a new way of life begins for every resident who embraces all that Kaiya has to offer. One of the embodiments of these values is the Beach House, an architectural gem among the dunes that will be the center for beach life and relishing the outdoors for Kaiya owners and guests. Located at the southern end of the community, perched atop the rolling dunes, the Beach House features panoramic views of the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico and direct, private access to the beach. Walks on the sugar sand and sunbathing along the shore are just steps below the Beach House where beach chairs and umbrellas await. The large infinity pool, plenty of lounge space on the pool deck, and covered pool loggia offer the luxury of relaxation as well as a fun environment for outdoor play. Cool waters, cocktails, healthy juices, and cuisine are at one’s beck and call to be enjoyed poolside or on one of the terraces. Additional spaces include the club room with concierge food, drink, and other services, and a rooftop terrace with the best views 30A has to offer. The Kaiya Beach House is a place... Read More

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Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) Nov. 10 regular meeting [PREMIUM]

Stories [ November 16, 2022 ] Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) Nov. 10 regular meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 16, 2022 ] Several subdivision requests dominate Planning Commission meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 16, 2022 ] Transportation infrastructure solutions discussed at BCC meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 16, 2022 ] Decision undertaken to bring new Walton County administrator on board News [ November 16, 2022 ] DFS City Council hears comments over wall in Historic District [PREMIUM] Uncategorized [ November 16, 2022 ] November 16, 2022 Legals Legal Notices A yes vote was to approve the motion. In response to a request for direction on the search to fSubscribe or log in to read the rest of this content. © Copyright, Defuniak Herald-Breeze — All Rights Reserved | Designed @ Beach Web Design & IT Read More

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Several subdivision requests dominate Planning Commission meeting [PREMIUM]

DESIGN OPTION for homes in the proposed Lakeshore Subdivision Conceptual PUD that was presented as part of the project compatibility report. The proposal was one of the agenda items coming before the Walton County Planning Commission on Nov. 10. By DOTTY NIST Three subdivision requests took up most of the Walton County Planning CommissionâSubscribe or log in to read the rest of this content. Read More


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Decision undertaken to bring new Walton County administrator on board

GROUP OF FIVE candidates for the Walton County administrator position with whom county commissioners had met individually for interviews in October. The commissioners ranked the candidates at the Nov. 10 BCC meeting and voted to have staff proceed with negotiations to hire a top-ranked candidate. By DOTTY NIST After operating for over seven months with an interim county administrator, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) has taken action aimed at filling the vacant county administrator position. The officials took up the matter at their Nov. 10 regular meeting at the Walton County Courthouse, prompted by Walton County Human Resources Director Nathan Kervin, who asked for direction on the search for a county administrator. In September, the BCC had voted to schedule interviews with six candidates whose resumes were among a total of 40 obtained in connection with the vacancy, the resumes having been furnished by GovHR USA, the search firm enlisted by the commissioners. The six candidates approved for interviewing had included Alan S. Braithwaite of Oldmar, Fla., Dale T. “Doc” Dougherty of Garden City, Mich., James D. Drumm of Lancaster, Pa., Brian Geoghegan of Howell, N.J., Rick Rudometkin of Huntsville. Texas, and Carlos Tobar of Milledgeville, Ga. The commissioners met individually with the five of the six candidates (Dougherty, Drumm, Geoghegan, Rudometkin, and Tobar) on Oct. 12 for interviews, according to information provided at the BCC meeting. (Braithwaite is no longer under consideration since he withdrew his application, according to Walton County Public Information Officer Rachel Jenkins.)... Read More

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DFS City Council hears comments over wall in Historic District [PREMIUM]

Stories [ November 16, 2022 ] Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) Nov. 10 regular meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 16, 2022 ] Several subdivision requests dominate Planning Commission meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 16, 2022 ] Transportation infrastructure solutions discussed at BCC meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 16, 2022 ] Decision undertaken to bring new Walton County administrator on board News [ November 16, 2022 ] DFS City Council hears comments over wall in Historic District [PREMIUM] Uncategorized [ November 16, 2022 ] November 16, 2022 Legals Legal Notices WAYNE HURLEY Story and photos by ADRIANNE WALLINE CAMPBELL  Due to the Nov. 15 press deadline, this is Subscribe or log in to read the rest of this content. © Copyright, Defuniak Herald-Breeze — All Rights Reserved | Designed @ Beach Web Design & IT Read More

ARMED SUSPECT DEAD FOLLOWING DEPUTY INVOLVED SHOOTING IN MIRAMAR BEACH

ARMED SUSPECT DEAD FOLLOWING DEPUTY INVOLVED SHOOTING IN MIRAMAR BEACH Posted on November 16, 2022 November 16, 2022 WALTON COUNTY, Fla— Walton County Sheriff’s Office is currently on the scene of a deputy-involved shooting in Miramar Beach. Deputies initially responded to the area of Poinciana Boulevard at approximately 11:40 pm Tuesday following a 911 call regarding a suspicious person armed with a handgun. Minutes later deputies confronted the suspect behind a business where shots were fired. No deputies have been injured. The suspect is confirmed deceased. Sheriff Michael Adkinson has requested the Florida Department of Law Enforcement respond and assist in the investigation per agency protocol.   https://waltonso.org/news/feed/ Read More