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The beautiful Gulf of Mexico in South Walton

A beautiful view of the Gulf of Mexico along the beaches of South Walton.

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Walton County fishing report for May 9

Fishing is good! Choctawhatchee Bay: Folks are either striking out or killing the fish. It’s a hard call. Trouts and reds being caught along with a few blues and Spanish mackerel. Creeks/river: River keeps getting better with the shellcracker starting … Continue reading

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Pigeon fever informational meeting May 17 in Crestview

Valuable information all horse owners should know Pigeon Fever is currently becoming a problem for horse owners in the Okaloosa/Walton Area.  Dr. Short from FDACS Division of Animal Industry will come from Tallahassee to speak to us as well as … Continue reading

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FWC asks for help in chipmunk research

Have you seen a chipmunk lately? Eastern chipmunks are thought to live in only a few locations in Northwest Florida but researchers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) are asking anyone who has spotted one to report … Continue reading

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Now is the time to apply for gator permits

Phase I application period ends May 16 By Stan Kirkland, FWC Those people looking for a different type of hunting experience will soon have their chance. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is accepting permit applications now to … Continue reading

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Public forum on the geology of Choctawhatchee river basin May 23

South Walton Community Council hosts Dr. Jon Bryan Do you wonder why our beaches are so white? And why is some of the sand black? Get the answers! The South Walton Community Council will sponsor a public forum on May 23, Wednesday, at 7 p.m. at the Coastal Branch Library, 437 Greenway … Continue reading

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Learn about sharks at Topsail May 11

Learn about these fascinating creatures of the Gulf Time: 2 p.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Topsail Hill Preserve State Park will be hosting a presentation on sharks. Sharks are fascinating creatures that can range in size from 6 … Continue reading

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Rent a kayak, canoe, enjoy the water park and ride the zip line at Holmes Creek Livery in Vernon

Water fun awaits the adventurer at Holmes Creek Livery Holmes Creek near Vernon is one of the most beautiful places to explore in the Northwest Florida Panhandle. Abundant with wildlife and cool springs, Holmes Creek is a nature lover’s dream … Continue reading

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Watch for the Perigee “Super Moon” May 5-6

If you don’t love the full moon, close the drapes on May 5th The full Moon has a reputation for trouble. It raises high tides, it makes dogs howl, it wakes you up in the middle of the night with … Continue reading

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12th Annual Choctawhatchee Bay Old Nick’s Speckle Trout Shootout May 26-June 3, 2012

Pay out: 1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $100 Get ready for the 12th Annual Choctawhatchee Bay Old Nick’s Speckle Trout Shootout May 26-June 3, 2012. This great tournament has several divisions to enter! Download 2012 Trout tournament rules and entry … Continue reading

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