Articles by Jenny Etheredge

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Two Fun February Festivals in South Walton

Planning a February visit to 30A? Two of our favorite festivals help make it a great month to visit South Walton. Gumbo lovers can get their fill at the popular Sandestin Gumbo Festival while wine aficionados can connect at the 30A Wine Festival. Known as one of the largest and most popular winter food events […] Read More

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Latitude Margaritaville Watersound Expected to Break Ground in Spring 2020

Master developer Minto Communities USA, global lifestyle brand Margaritaville Holdings and The St. Joe Company recently announced that land development activities have commenced for Latitude Margaritaville Watersound. An official groundbreaking celebration for the newest active adult community is planned for Spring 2020. Located in Bay County near Panama City Beach and the Scenic Highway 30A […] Read More

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Experience Mardi Gras at the Beach :: Pier Park

Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler! Experience the magic and excitement of Mardi Gras set amongst the spectacular backdrop of Panama City Beach this year at the Panama City Beach Mardi Gras and Music Festival. Coordinated with the Krewe of Dominique Youx’s beloved Mardi Gras at the Beach parade, the festival is the weekend before Fat […] Read More

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Oyster Bed Restoration on Tap for Apalachicola Bay

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was awarded $20 million from the Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund to help restore the failing oyster population in Apalachicola. It was announced in December 2019 that the money will be used to initiate a five-year plan to help revitalize the Apalachicola Bay oyster population. The first two years […] Read More

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Killer Seafood Reopens in Mexico Beach

Mexico Beach continues to recover post Hurricane Michael, and one killer part of the community is now back! Residents and visitors were excited to welcome the return of beloved seafood joint Killer Seafood just in time for the new year. Visitor Mike Benefield was quoted as saying, “It has to be here. It’s not Mexico […] Read More

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December Sales in Review :: Forgotten Coast

  Forgotten Coast residential real estate sales remained consistent in most key communities. There were 26 single family homes closing and 40 pending or contingent properties. Mexico Beach/St. Joe Beach had the highest number of closings for the month followed by St. George Island. The highest priced property to sell during December was a four […] Read More

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December Sales in Review :: Panama City Beach

    2019 finished on a high note with an increase in residential real estate sales for the Panama City Beach market. 119 condos and homes closed and 96 new contracts were secured during December.     Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida finished in the top 5 sales agencies in the Panama City […] Read More

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December Sales in Review :: 30A Beaches

    2019 finished with a bang with an increase in residential real estate sales for the 30A Beaches market. 113 homes and condos closed and 59 new contracts were secured during December.     Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida was the leader in 30A sales for transaction sides with 54.5 sides. The […] Read More

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The Latest from WindMark Beach :: New Office + New Development

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is now on-site in the WindMark Beach community, located along the shores of the St. Joseph Bay. Designed to promote healthy living, residents of this beautiful coastal community enjoy nature trails, boardwalks and cart paths along with a state-of-the-art fitness center. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, Village Green and Amphitheater and […] Read More

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New Nonstop Flights Coming to ECP

The Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) continues  to expand its services making it easier and more convenient to visit Panama City Beach and surrounding areas. New flight offerings will begin in March, just in time for the busy spring break season. “We are excited about for United Airlines to add more nonstop service for our […] Read More