August 31, 2011

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Walton County fishing report for Aug. 31

Triggerfish, white and vermillion snapper in the Gulf, speckled trout, redfish and ladyfish in the Bay Salt: Catching small amberjack, not many keepers but fun to catch. King mackerel have been spotty as they move with the bait. Catching lots of vermillion snapper, triggerfish, white snapper and some red grouper. Inshore Gulf report brought to you by Capt. Kerry Jones of Not A Dog Charters, offering Gulf and Bay charters. Bay: Speckled trout EARLY in the a.m. With moon time,...

The dog flies have arrived in Northwest Florida

Dog flies a nuisance to both humans and pets from August to November When fall comes to our area, those refreshing weather fronts will move through from the north bringing lower humidity, lower temperatures and the infamous dog fly. The stable fly (Stomoxys calcitrans), known as the dog fly in Northwest Florida, is a blood feeding fly that is a nuisance to man, pets, and livestock. From August through November the dog fly congregates on the Florida Panhandle beaches. This...

Pleasant Ridge Arena hosting rodeo Sept. 10

Enjoy a night of rodeo fun for the entire family The Pleasant Ridge Arena will be hosting God is Faithful Ministries Youth Rodeo on Sept. 10 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Bulls, broncs, barrels and mutton bustin’. Meet the Masons Dream Team! Announcer Jerrod Jenkins, championship livestock, top notch competitors and entertainment spells out good clean wholesome fun for the entire family. The Cherokee Riders Drill team will doing a 911 memorial tribute. Pleasant Ridge Arena is located at 1917...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

Playful kitten looking for new home The first thing you notice about Annie is her stunning face. With her blue eyes and soft gray fur, she’s a real beauty. One of our younger residents at Alaqua Animal Refuge, Annie is a Siamese/Tabby mix with light charcoal markings around her eyes that make her look a bit like a baby raccoon. She has bushels of personality, loves to play and has just a touch of feistiness to keep every minute interesting....

South Walton Fire District urges businesses to comply with Aldridge-Benge Fire Fighter Safety Act

Required sign compliance provides potential life saving environment for firefighters The Aldridge-Benge Firefighter Safety Act, which was unanimously passed by both the Florida House and Senate and became state law in late 2010, has not completely been adopted by all area businesses meeting this criteria. Florida Statute 633.027, requires the owners of commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential buildings (three or more units) in Florida to be marked with an emblem to warn firefighters of the use of lightweight floor and...

Walton County fishing report for Aug. 24

Triggerfish, white and vermillion snapper in the Gulf, speckled trout in the Bay Salt:  Catching vermillion snapper, triggerfish, white snapper. Catching a lot of red snapper, but have to throw ’em back. Looking forward to gag grouper season September 16 through November 15, 2011 Inshore Gulf report brought to you by Capt. Kerry Jones of Not A Dog Charters. Bay: Speckled trout EARLY in the a.m. Catching on Mirrodine and Spooks lures.  Some redfish and flounder. River: Folks headed out...

Jump Into fall with September outdoor events in Seaside

Lineup includes Labor Day weekend fun and college football games   Seaside is the spot for special events all year long and during the month of September, the fun continues with events for the entire family, especially the sports fanatic. Join Seaside for a Labor Day Weekend celebration complete with outdoor movies, a farmers market and special concert, plus a new event featuring major college football games on the big screen. These free, family-friendly events all occur in the Seaside...