The Humbleman Studio in Grayton Beach is pleased to announce W. James Whidbee has joined the team. Whidbee, a retired, 20-yearveteran of the U.S. Marine Corp is a licensed cosmetologist and barber. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii Jim has  lived all over the world, as an Army brat. ” Smoove” to his friends, he has a true […]

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While fashion and style cross many generations, demographics and personalities that span thousands of years, one thing is for sure-every single one of us deal with some sort of fashion decision each day of our lives.  All Ladies face a daily decision of what to wear and it is an important one! So what is […]

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The 2018-2019 school year motto was “Making it POP in the Walton County School District!”   Progress on Purpose has been our rally cry as we moved toward making WCSD #1 in the state of Florida. Walton County School District places a high priority on educating and preparing students to meet the demands of the post-secondary […]

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The Walton County Small Business Association (WCSBA) represents small business owners to advance positive, inclusive countywide economic growth. Everyone benefits when small and family-owned businesses thrive. On May 16th, WCSBA hosted a dinner at Red Fish Taco with several guest speakers. Walton County School Superintendent Russell Hughes spoke on the recent ½ Mill Referendum approved […]

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June brings the start of summer to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. As the waters in the Gulf of Mexico warm, more people enjoy the beach and snorkeling the artificial reef just off the shoreline. As the days grow longer, many explore  the 15 miles of trails throughout the park. June also brings the arrival […]

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By Emily Rose Proctor/And anonymous contributor Over the past few months, those involved in Caring and Sharing of South Walton’s new “Communities of Transformation” (COT) program have been getting to know one another. Some started out as participants, others as volunteers. Everyone has been learning that distinctions between the “haves” and “have-nots” are not what […]

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As Walton County enters the 2019 hurricane season, the Coastal Seniors of South Walton are inviting their members and any persons who reside in Walton County to join them for a timely presentation on emergency preparedness. The Preparedness Branch of the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County and the Okaloosa-Walton Medical Reserve Corps will […]

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Scenic Walton has officially joined a nationwide movement to promote and support beautification projects in local communities throughout the country. The local Scenic Walton chapter, formerly Scenic Corridor Foundation, now joins other communities nationwide, becoming part of the Scenic America and Citizens for a Scenic Florida Network. “Scenic Walton’s mission is to improve the quality […]

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By Heather Bennett Food for Thought provides meals and snacks to children who are dependent on free or reduced school meals. They bridge meal gaps that might occur on the weekends or during holidays. Tiffanie Nelson founded the organization in 2010. She was motivated to do something in the community when she realized how many […]

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