For most Americans of the time, the Revolutionary War was a struggle for freedom and an independent nation. For members of the church it represented a conflict between loyalty to an emerging United States and an oath to the King of England. Religion played a major role in the American Revolution by offering a moral […]
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By Tracy Steelyand Mark Stanley, Very little is written of the man who gave his name to our county. In the case of the Walton family, fame seems to have skipped a generation. George Walton, Jr. was born about 1789 in Augusta, Georgia, the only son of The George Walton – wounded Revolutionary War colonel, […]
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COME ONE, COME ALL MEET AND GREET – Wednesday, Mar 17 – 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Meet CSSW members as they welcome new senior members and share their interests for this new year. Volunteers will assemble “COVID Senior Packages” and brainstorm ways to provide help for our members in need. Beverages and snacks […]
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Free Federal income tax preparation is being offered in three Walton County locations in 2020 for low to middle-income families and individuals, with special attention to senior citizens. This service is sponsored by the AARP Foundation and the IRS. According to Joe Perry, Tax-Aide District Coordinator, “There are no age restrictions, AARP membership is not […]
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By Melanie Barrett “I have a big yard, so I don’t need to walk my dog.” “My dog likes to play fetch so I throw the ball for a while and that’s how he gets his exercise.” This is what I hear from a lot of dog owners—not just my clients. There is so much […]
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The Island by Hotel RL invites healthcare professionals to experience self care and sunshine at their resort in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The Island recently completed a $15+ million property-wide renovation and features a beautiful Grotto pool and swim-up bar, over 600 feet of private beach, heated pool, and so much more. Guests of the […]
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By Chris Balzer According to NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) 2020 won the 2nd warmest year prize since they started recording in 1880, knocking 2019 down to third. The world’s seven warmest years have all occurred since 2014, 2016 being the warmest. If you do a search for “things we insulate” you will […]
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By Josette Rhodes, Walt Cronin is a singer/songwriter of Americana. Walt’s music has charted on Roots Music Report a number of times in the Americana and Folk categories. His first CD The Gousters (2005) spent more than 60 weeks in the Top 50 of the Roots Music Report Folk Chart. Walt was a Navy Medic […]
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By Lisa Cyr, During February, the stores stock up with Valentine’s Day items such as balloons, cards, candy, cake, and flowers. Love has been on people’s hearts for a long time. In biblical times David wrote the Book of Psalms a collection of songs and poetry often speaking of love and devotion towards God. And […]
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Baked with Care, Served up Square! Visitors and local residents alike have a new breakfast and lunch option available in Watercolor beginning February 1st — Scratch Biscuit Kitchen — in the WaterColor Town Center. “We’re excited to bring a distinct flavor of our Southern coast to 30A while honoring a tradition as delicious as grandma’s […]
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