People poured through the doors of Good News United Methodist Church in May for the fifth annual Marketplace Luncheon. Anticipation for the luncheon and program increased as people found their seats and waited patiently. The luncheon was held in conjunction with the fifth annual Week of Blessings, sponsored by the South Walton Ministerial Association. Business […] Read More

Introducing “Theo of South Walton” Sea Turtle By Dee Cruce It was a gorgeous morning in the month of September in Blue Mountain Beach when little Theodora, the loggerhead sea turtle, boiled out of her nest with her turtle brethren, foggy-eyed but hopeful, and made her way across the sand to the water to begin […] Read More

To better serve the growing senior population of South Walton, the non-profit Coastal Seniors of South Walton, Inc., (CSSW) has introduced a new website to provide the community with current information on workshops, events and related resources— www.coastalseniorsofsouthwalton.org . CSSW is pleased to announce also its new location at 70 Logan Lane, Santa Rosa Beach, […] Read More

This year’s Summer Reading Program, “Libraries Rock,” employs music as a theme to foster a love for the use of the library and to keep students reading during the summer months. The Coastal Branch Library’s Summer Reading Program will begin on Mon. June 4 at 10 a.m. and continue each Monday during June. Themes include Animal […] Read More

With a focus on creating jobs and cutting taxes, Cecilia Jones Runs for District 2 County Commission in Walton County Cecilia Jones has announced she will seek reelection to District 2 seat for the Walton County Board of County Commissioners. She will run in the Republican Primary on August 28. Jones said that when elected, […] Read More

Alaqua Animal Refuge Pet of the Month  “Lovejoy” Meet Lovejoy! This beauty is an American Bulldog mix, age 2. She is an absolute doll and loves attention. Lovejoy is so cute during playtime and enjoys it immensely. She is also the best snuggler. Alaqua would love for you to meet this girl in person to […] Read More