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Find Modern Tranquility at this Luxe Bay Point Estate

1800 Weakfish Nestled in Bay Point, one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Panama City Beach, this spacious estate delights from the moment you enter. With over 5,800 square feet of interior space, this spacious four-bedroom, five-bathroom property features a tranquil outdoor oasis complete with private swimming pool, spa, and professional landscaping. Inside, find beautiful spaces perfect for entertaining including the living area with fireplace and soaring ceilings, family room, formal and informal dining areas, and a climate-controlled wine room. The gourmet kitchen is outfitted with custom white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, an extended stone backsplash, center island, and a breakfast bar with additional seating. This home features four suites, each with an ensuite bathroom, that are large enough to function as a master suite. A third level loft area overlooks the living room while providing peeks at the bay, located across the street from the property. With far too many features to list, this home is a must see! Owners will enjoy all of the Bay Point community amenities including beach access, community room, dock, exercise room, fishing, game room, golf, marina, pet friendly space, picnic area, playground, sauna, steam room, tennis, and a whirlpool. CLICK FOR MORE DETAILS     https://beachpropertiesfla.com/feed/  #30atv #30a Read More

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Alaqua Animal Refuge Announces Christmas in the Courtyard on Saturday, December 10

Alaqua Animal Refuge announces a new holiday event, “Christmas in the Courtyard,” to be held Saturday, December 10 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the organization’s new home. The event is open to the public and the entire family is welcome to participate in the festivities that will take place at the Jumonville Family Welcome Center located at 155 Dugas Way, Freeport, FL. The centerpiece of the afternoon’s activities is a special Holiday Wreath Auction, where guests can bid on over 16 creatively decorated wreaths from local businesses and artists with proceeds benefiting Alaqua’s lifesaving work of rescue, rehabilitation, and finding new homes for animals of all types. The wreaths will be displayed in the charming setting of Alaqua’s New Orleans-inspired courtyard. Each wreath is uniquely full of “merriment.” Some wreaths also have accompanying gift certificates, beautiful ornaments, and other festive items that will go to the highest bidder. There are activities for everyone including a Children’s Ornament Decoration Station, photos with Santa and his Elves, a very fun four-legged Parade of Animals, and visits with some of Alaqua’s current residents in the Cat Cabins and the new Dog Adoption Center. Alaqua’s Gift Shop will be open and is full of distinctive gifts and accessories for any animal lover. Hot chocolate, apple cider, and baked goods will also be available. Along with the wreaths, a special “Rescue Tree” will be on display offering the opportunity to purchase a gift of second chances for an Alaqua animal—whether it be food for... Read More


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25 Days Of Giving

Date/Time Date(s) – 12/01/2022 – 12/25/2022All Day Location Santa Rosa Beach Categories General Event FORT WALTON BEACH, FL (November 30, 2022) – Starting December 1, 2022 Step One Automotive Group will dedicate 25 Days of Giving within the communities they serve in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Throughout the month, expect to see Step One Automotive Group team members spreading holiday        cheer to those in need.  “At Step One Automotive Group this is our favorite time of year. We get to go out as a team and make an impact in our communities. We cannot think of a better way to spend the month of December.” – Maureen Bierman, Marketing Director, Step One Automotive Group FLORIDA -December 2, 2022: Highway Bikes or Bust -December 3, 2022: Christmas Car Show and Pet Adoption Day -December 6, 2022: Cruisin’ into Christmas  -December 8, 2022: Eglin Air Force Base Winterfest and St. Jude Rocks! Radiothon -December 9, 2022: Brentwood Elementary School Angel Tree Donations and Fort Walton Beach Community Chorus presents “keep a Little Christmas in Your Heart” -December 10, 2022: OCSO Angel Tree Donations, Destin Christmas Parade, and Yule of Yesteryear -December 15, 2022: Maserati Masters  -December 17, 2022: Manna Food Drive with the Krewe of SWAT and Blood Drive -December 22, 2022: FWB Fire Department’s Santa’s Firehouse Toy Drive -December 24, 2022: FWB Fire Department’s Santa’s Firehouse Toy Drive About Step One Automotive Group Step One Automotive Group is an American company based in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, built on a singular... Read More

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WCEDA interviews potential candidates for director position [PREMIUM]

[ November 30, 2022 ] WCEDA interviews potential candidates for director position [PREMIUM] News [ November 30, 2022 ] Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) Nov. 22 combined regular meeting and land use meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 30, 2022 ] Patterson SSA and Rezoning gets final county board approval at second hearing [PREMIUM] News [ November 30, 2022 ] Five seats to be filled on Walton County Tourist Development Council News [ November 30, 2022 ] Paxton Post Office permanently closed Nov. 24 News [ November 30, 2022 ] DeFuniak City Council extends city manager contract six months [PREMIUM] News Read More

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Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) Nov. 22 combined regular meeting and land use meeting [PREMIUM]

[ November 30, 2022 ] WCEDA interviews potential candidates for director position [PREMIUM] News [ November 30, 2022 ] Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) Nov. 22 combined regular meeting and land use meeting [PREMIUM] News [ November 30, 2022 ] Patterson SSA and Rezoning gets final county board approval at second hearing [PREMIUM] News [ November 30, 2022 ] Five seats to be filled on Walton County Tourist Development Council News [ November 30, 2022 ] Paxton Post Office permanently closed Nov. 24 News [ November 30, 2022 ] DeFuniak City Council extends city manager contract six months [PREMIUM] News Read More


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Five seats to be filled on Walton County Tourist Development Council

WALTON COUNTY TOURISM Department Visitor Center and Office. By DOTTY NIST Processes are underway to fill or reappoint members to five seats on the Walton County Tourist Development Council (TDC). Terms are soon to expire on three seats on the advisory council that are devoted to bed tax collectors or individuals with an interest in tourism. New representatives may also be appointed to two other council seats with unexpired terms that are held by elected officials from the cities of Freeport and DeFuniak Springs, or current council members Eddie Farris and Todd Bierbaum may be re-appointed to those seats. The Tourist Development Council Application Review Committee met on Nov. 23 to review applications for the three seats with expiring terms. Reviewed at the meeting were applications from the following eight people: Tracy Louthain, director of marketing and communication at Newman-Dailey Resort Properties; Harsh Patel, owner/general manager of Best Western Crossroads Inn; Phillip Sharpe, retired resident; Jennifer Steele, executive director of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County; Jill Tanner, owner/operator of Resort Resale and Clutch Media Works; Timothy Taylor, president of Ocean Reef Resorts; Dan Tinghitella, owner of Idyll Hound Proper; and Michael Whalen, brand ambassador/director of sales and events for Seascape Resort, Inc. Recommendations from the committee are to be presented to the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) at a future meeting, and the commissioners will make the final selection to fill the council seats. As the new Walton County BCC chairman, Danny Glidewell will have the... Read More

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Paxton Post Office permanently closed Nov. 24

Residents of Paxton had a Thanksgiving surprise: the U.S Post Office posted a notice that the Paxton office, 21892 U.S. 331, Paxton, FL, would be closed, “permanently,” effective Nov. 24, 2022.  The notice (shown in a Facebook screenshot below) reads: “All P.O. Box mail will be at the Laurel Hill post office for pickup, 3957 2nd Ave., Laurel Hill, FL 32567.” The notice refers any further questions to the Crestview post office, (850) 682-2634. Aside from an apology for inconvenience, no further reasons are given for the closing.  The Herald – Breeze contacted Judy Williams, Paxton City Clerk, who said the city had not received any notice from the Crestview Post Office. “I saw it on Facebook,” she added. Members of the public also claim to have been surprised by the closing.  The Herald – Breeze also called the Crestview Post Office number, but was not able to reach anyone with whom to speak. Read More

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Taco Tuesday at Shunk Gulley Nov 29

Date/Time Date(s) – 11/29/202211:00 am Location Santa Rosa Beach Categories Food Restaurant Come out to Shunk Gulley to celebrate Taco Tuesday every Tuesday as the lunch special is available until 4 pm while supplies last!   Skunk Gully Oyster Bar 1875 S Co Hwy 393, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459       https://30a-tv.com/events/taco-tuesday-at-shunk-gulley-nov-29/ #30atv #30a @30atv Read More