We are often asked at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, are there bears in the park? What about Alligators? Yes, both animals reside in the park. However, during January you are less likely to see them as both are less active in the colder months. While January is a slow month for these animals it […]
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by Erika Zambello & Alison McDowell The bronze-hued, tannin filled water rushed from Western Lake into the Gulf of Mexico just before Christmas, caused by recent rains leading to the breach of the natural, sand dune dam. While coastal dune lake outfalls are a regular occurrence in South Walton, in just one week wet conditions […]
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Fishing Beach to Bay with Kayla One of the most popular reasons to visit the 30A and NW Florida area is the diversity of fishing. Visitors might assume that most fishing is offshore in the Gulf of Mexico via charter boat from Destin or Grayton Beach. In fact, with the Choctawhatchee Bay linking to large […]
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By Heather Bennett Zig Ziglar once said, “Success is what happens when preparation meets opportunity” and Sharing Hands Network’s (SHN’s) steady growth over the last several years prepared them to answer the call to help with relief efforts following Hurricane Michael. I had the pleasure of speaking with SHN’s founder Esther Lynn Hemphill recently and […]
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There’s never a dull moment in South Walton. From concerts and events to foodie finds and fun activities for the kids, South Walton has endless adventures to enjoy this month. See what’s going on around town. Jan. 17 – Yacht Rock Revue: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Head out to the Kelly Green in Alys Beach for the […]
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By Maurice Stouse The stock market had a bruising December posting its worst performance since 1931. The bond market saw yields retreat after climbing all year long. And the money market saw yields continue to move upward as higher Federal Reserve rates made their way in to money market funds. Many individual investors are assessing […]
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The Market Shops, located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, presents the 2019 Winter Concerts. The two concerts will take place on Saturday, January 19 with David Seering and February 16 with Ron Adams. The Winter Concerts are free and open to thepublic. They will take place on The Market Shops’ main […]
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After Hurricane Michael made impact along the Emerald Coast on October 10, 2018, The Seaside Institute started a Hurricane Michael Relief Fund to help those directly affected by the storm’s devasting impact. The fund has raised nearly $9,000 to date, $7,5000 of which will be donated to The Sonder Project. Since Hurricane Michael made landfall […]
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“Deck the Walls” at Coastal Branch Library Monday, December 10, 2pm – 6pm, Wednesday, December 19, 2pm – 5pm, and Friday, December 21, 12pm – 3 pm. The Coastal Branch Library invites the public to enjoy “Deck the Walls”, an afternoon of holiday shopping. As part of the Art in Public Places, this month the library is featuring 18 local artists to […]
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Market in the Park Florida presents A Christmas Market on Sunday, Dec. 16th at Grayton Beer Company from 11AM – 5PM. Market in the Park is your local one day festival offering numerous local vendors, live music, as well as food and drinks (for purchase). Come dressed in your holiday best and ready to impress for the Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest […]
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