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    New York Times: 36 hours in the Florida Panhandle (30A area)

    We purchased in Grayton 23 yrs. ago to get away from Atlanta. Our dream ended with all the overdevelopment. Sold three yrs ago. I still dream about the old days of Patrone's and all the dogs roaming the beach. The three legged dog and especially Badger Breaux. He would go walk the beach with me...
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    Angelina's Pizzeria and Pasta: That's Amore

    Love their chicken caesar salad!
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    1993 August 1 article Panhandle and 30A

    Loved Patrone's & Criollo.
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    Relocation: West End of PCB

    What will that beach look like when Margaritaville is finished?
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    What are you guys (and the rest of us) going to do about 30A?

    We just sold our dream lot in grayton beach last year. Owned it for 20 yrs. Haven't vacationed there in forever. So sad!!!!!
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    Where should we report beach behavior

    Nationality?
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    Do you know Pompano Jim?

    Pompano Jim WAS Grayton Beach. We stayed at the condo next to him several times many moons ago. Late 90's was walking the beach early morning and he asked me to hold his fishing pole. Quite the character. Those were the good ole days before Watercolor, etc. We finally sold our dream retirement...
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    Misc Custom builder

    Good luck to you! We sold a lot we owned for 20 yrs for our retirement. One reason was the cost of building is triple what it is in other beachside communities and also finding a reputable builder is extremely difficult. Jim Tucker's advise is spot on.
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    Spring Break 2021 - canceled?

    Northwest Georgia. Atlanta suburb. Both 1 week.
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    Spring Break 2021 - canceled?

    Cobb county fall break is 2/15. Spring break is the week of 4/5.
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    Just Now

    This is the one in Grayton right? Rumor has it that it's the Walmart heirs. Any truth?
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    Just Now

    Was this photo taken today? We were there 3 years ago while they were building.
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    Seaside is Busy in October

    So happy that we sold our lot! We bought a bigger boat! Sorry, but it's mostly Atlanta. The 40 somethings just want to party so they let the kids do as they wish.
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    Seaside is Busy in October

    October used to be the best time!
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    Scenic 30A Traffic Report

    I believe that may be Fulton County. Last week was Paulding and this week is Cobb.
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    Scenic 30A Traffic Report

    We sold our lot we purchased 20 yrs ago for retirement recently. The TDC really ruined the area all in the name of greed and dollars! C'est la vie!
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    Misc "The Washaway" in Grayton Beach Renovation

    We purchased a lot in Grayton 20 yrs ago to build our retirement home. Used to love riding my bike thru Patrone's with my rescue golden mix following behind. It was peace on earth. My friend and I were actually staying in Grayton Duplex East when 9/11 happened. We don't even vacation in SoWal...
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    Scenic 30A Traffic Report

    It's Atlanta fall break this week and next! Enjoy!
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    Bluewater Landing - DR Horton project on 30A at Draper Lake

    30A or SoWal have already been lost!
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    For Rent 2/1 Cottage - Santa Rosa Beach

    Looks like a Katrina cottage.
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    Misc Any Draper Lake or Watercolor Year Rounders?

    Updates on southwaltoncc.org. Also, be careful in Seagrove around Eastern Lake. Major development going in on 30A - Greenway Station and the Lodge 30A. Good luck!
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    Misc Any Draper Lake or Watercolor Year Rounders?

    Hey Mark! If considering Draper Lake keep your eye on the development being proposed there by D.R. Horton.
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    Ability to use a neighborhood access, for small fee, for medical reasons.

    My understanding is no tent larger than 8x8 & highly unlikely that you could put up a badminton net. It's 30A.
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    Patrones Hideaway in Grayton Beach Memories & Photos

    I used to love riding my bike through Patrone's. The little shops, the parrots and the palapa.
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    Tourist Development Tax Proposal

    How bout using some of those tax $ on converting all homes from septic to sewer that are along the beach or coastal dune lakes?
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    90s Seaside

    Heaven in the 80's.
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    August 1, 1993 article about 30A

    All the reasons that we bought a lot in Grayton 18 years ago to retire. Still have the lot but all the places we love are gone! Patrone's and Criolla's were our favorites! Back to the drawing board!
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    Customary Use and Our 30A Legacy

    My husband and I went skinning dipping in Grayton back in the good ole days!
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    Tropical Storm Barry forms in the Gulf

    Double red flags at Grayton.
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    Customary Use and Our 30A Legacy

    The reason the Fecal Pollution is so high is because large homes that rent to large groups on the coastal dune lakes are still on septic. Grayton Beach, Gulf Trace, etc. Should be mandated that all homes on coastal dune lakes connect to sewer.
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    Customary Use and Our 30A Legacy

    How bout being kind in the SoWal Lounge? The Trump bashing is getting old!
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    spring break 2019 - what to expect

    Bring your groceries, don't go out to eat, park your car and don't get back in it til you have to leave. Prepare for an 8 hr. drive rather than 6. Enjoy!
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    The Red Bar: Photos Stories Memories

    I was there on 9/11 eating lunch and watching the twin towers coming downl
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    Wednesday Night Bonfire & Music at The Bay. January Lineup

    Looks more like a firepit than a bonfire.
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    Steamboat Grill 30A New Year's Eve Party

    We had dinner there the other night. Service was horrible. One entire table walked out. The food was pretty bad also. Won't be going back.
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    Forbes: Beach Community Is Florida's Best-Kept Secret

    Shhh! Let's try to keep it a secret!
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    Remove Septic Tanks on beaches and lakes

    This has been long overdue. Very exciting news!
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    Anyone remember a place called Nenas?

    I remember Nena's. Excellent food.
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    Arnett's Farmhouse Fall Concert Series

    Can't wait to get our home built to enjoy these Friday night concerts!
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    Seeking Your Input on Coastal Dune Lakes

    South Walton needs a mandatory sewer connection for all the homes still on septic. During heavy rains and heavy tourist traffic in homes that sleep 20 plus that are still on septic along the lakes and the gulf, the water quality is Poor. This is usually during June & July. Believe me, our...
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    Misc State of the South Walton Real Estate Market

    My agent has told me that "it's been slow."
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    Vendor Mafia alive and well

    Well if it shows people in the water then it must be when the weather is warm.
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    Vendor Mafia alive and well

    This website needs to redo their beach access videos to show what the beach REALLY looks like these days!
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    Anyone seen what beach vendors in Destin doing?

    I've seen them in a half circle for large groups. In Pensacola (even with the crowds for Blue Angels week) vendors were not allowed to put the chairs right at water's edge. They had to leave room for non-vendor renting people between the MWL and the vendor chairs. We all set our tents (ours...
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    Greenway Station in Seagrove Major Development

    Good luck with that! Rookis is a local. Been around for a very long time.
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