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Natural elements come to life at Santa Rosa Pottery

Local potter offers wares, instruction at Santa Rosa Beach studio Looking for a special piece of pottery or learn how to do it yourself? Look no further than Santa Rosa Pottery in Santa Rosa Beach. Long time South Walton resident … Continue reading

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The 2010 Rags to Riches Regatta a colorful event for spectators and racers

Local Santa Rosa Beach sailors win race Elizabeth Savage, race organizer and daughter of the Rags To Riches Regatta originator, pulled together another event enjoyed by both participants and spectators off Gratyon Beach on July 3. Several challenges were overcome … Continue reading

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Enjoying quality time along South Walton beaches

Catching some waves at Blue Mountain Beach Local surfers were out in force this weekend enjoying the waves. Pictured here is Dylan Sturdivant catching one in the Gulf of Mexico at Blue Mountain Beach access on June 5. Dylan is … Continue reading

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South Walton Community Council hosting beach clean up June 5 -6

Head to local beach access from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. and help clean up trash Please come out Saturday and Sunday, June 4 and 5, 2010 to clean the beaches before any evidence of oil arrives. If oil hits … Continue reading

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Learn about turpentining at Topsail June 19

Be a part of a turpentine crew as you head out to the piney woods Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park June 19, 10:00 a.m. Be part of the turpentining crew as they go out into the piney woods and … Continue reading

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BP opens claims office and will schedule all oil spill related training in Walton County

Office in Santa Rosa Beach will be open 7 days a week From the Walton County Sheriffs Office: At noon today, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Operations Center went to a level 3 activation. The situation with the oil … Continue reading

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Walton County resident shares his thoughts on the catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico

Oil, water and the uncertain future of our beloved Gulf Coast I’m often asked what brought me to Florida and my answer is always the same; Florida brought me to Florida. It’s as if the expected answer is that a … Continue reading

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For The Health Of It hosts Shindig on the Hill May 22

Enjoy a great day of music and camaraderie as For The Health of It celebrates 15 years Come celebrate 15 years in business with the staff and friends of For The Health Of It. They will feature live music by … Continue reading

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Celebrate Mother Nature with Mom this Sunday

The weather is going to be beautiful! What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than spending some time with her outdoors! Here are a few suggestions to spend the day in and around Walton County. Help Mother Ocean and clean … Continue reading

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Choctawhatchee Audubon Society hosting Eventure at Topsail May 7

Discover the sights and sounds of nature at night! Nonie’s Ark Animal Encounters will be hosting a free 1 1/2 hr.-long night walk for the Choctawhatchee Audubon Society on Friday, May, 7th at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park at 7:30 … Continue reading

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