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As we all prepare for our Thanksgiving feasts, please remember there are many who are going hungry. Pick up extra items to donate to the food pantrys when you do your holiday shopping or donate at the local groceries to help others celebrate the holiday with food in their stomachs. Publix is...

The complaint against Brannon alleges that he used his clout as a commissioner to protect the investment of a business partner. http://www.nwfdailynews.com/news/brannon-45275-commissioner-walton.html

From the Walton Sun: Why is this something we are spending money on? Aren't our elected reps already supposed to be spearheading this legislation and garnering support? All of the environmental projects I have heard so far are also job creators and designed to increase visitors and revenue...

Does Seaside actually have a recycling program? I have been seeing empty green "recycling bins" on the ground near the trash enclosures all week. Do they have a recycling program in place, and if so, how can we expand it to include the rest of the area?

Do we have designated funds and/or a comprehensive plan to maintain and improve the "multi-use" paths? I would really like us to keep improving and streamlining the paths (my goal is an easy to follow continuous asphalt path that runs the length of 30A and on all main connector roads with clear...

Weather was so nice yesterday I took a bike ride and was surprised to keep seeing dead pigeons on the east end of 30-A between Camp Creek and Alys. Anyone known what caused it? I counted at least 4.

I understand that putting on events is not free and there are many assorted costs, but it would be nice if the people who lived in Sowal could still afford to attend many of the great local events. More and more I hear from locals that they can't afford their favorite events anymore and the...

Friends of the Coastal Branch library will be having a used book sale this Saturday, October 29 from 9-1 at the library. Hardcover books are $1, paperbacks are 50 cents and special books range up to $5.

The library is hosting a free couponing class Friday October 28th at 10am. Learn how to save up to 50% grocery shopping and how to use coupons to support your local food banks!

A friend was telling me that they are no longer inspecting any area restaurants for cleanliness etc. Is this true? And if so, why they did they stop?

Thanks to everyone who picked up a round blue 30-A sticker and donated money to Alaqua when you did so - your generosity raised $14,000 for Alaqua Animal Refuge! :clap: That is enough to feed over 200 homeless dogs or cats for three months, spay or neuter about 300 animals, provide life-saving...

They are forecasting a lot of rain for the Gulf Coast this weekend - like flash flood warning amounts.

Why are the purple flags up? Jellies? :(

I am long overdue for an eye check-up. Any recommendations for someone local?

He has designed a machine that uses static electricity to create power - 2,000 volts per unit (enough for 7 houses). The invention is actually 21 years old - he was told back then that the oil/electrical companies would shut him/the invention down, but after almost dying of pneumonia a couple...

Local family killed in plane crash No idea what forum to put this in, please move as needed. "A Niceville family of seven heading to Destin Airport was killed in a plane crash Saturday night. According to Morengo County Coroner Stuart Harold Eatmon, Fred and Terresa Teutenberg were on their...

These seem pretty basic - thought the question of why someone with a "part-time" job needs a secretary and an assistant was quite valid. Also seems ridiculous to have 2 lawyers on retainer for $180K a year when a full time salaried lawyer costs about half that. Focusing on maintenance instead...

I was asked for recommendations, so I tried to make a list of ones that I truly love/crave. Wondered what other Sowaller's top 10 places are. In no particular order, mine are: 1) Fire 2) Caliza 3) Smiling Fish 4) Basmati's 5) Gravel Road 6) Vintij 7) Stinky's Fish Camp 8) Pickle Factory 9)...

They have been working on new signs, landscaping etc. at Naturewalk. Is the project moving forward, has it been sold, who knows the dirt?

My first reaction was "holy crap, is that a wolf?" then I realized it was too fluffy/fat. It was happily trotting along the north side of 98, just east of 331.

Governor Scott has joined the growing list of celebrities who own property in Sowal! He just closed on a $4.1 million property in Rosemary Beach that he intends to use as a vacation home and alternate Governor's Mansion. When asked why he chose the area, Scott cited the proximity of the new...

After a bitter debate over individual liberties and the role of government, the City Council on Wednesday handily approved a bill to ban smoking in 1,700 city parks and along 14 miles of city beaches. ?This summer, New Yorkers who go to our parks and beaches for some fresh air and fun will...

This fantastic annual Defuniak Springs event is this weekend! A wide variety of events and activities to appeal to everyone! Free and paid events. Florida Chautauqua Center, Inc. - Home THURSDAY, January 27 12:00 Noon-4:30 pm: REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN BEGINS ? Chautauqua Hall of...

I hadn't been to Gravel Road in a while, and had forgotten just how fantastic their food, prices, and service are! :clap: Kudos for an amazing meal of fabulous ingredients cooked to perfection! :wub:

What is the name of that combo fish market and seafood restaurant in Pensacola? I want to check it out, but couldn't remember the name.

Wanted to see what local/realtors thought of this and how it will affect Sowal. I thought 2011 was supposed to be when we had big issues with commercial loans, but it seems like it's going to be another rough year for residential. Over 1 million Americans seen losing homes in 2011 - Yahoo...

From novagirl: Dogs N' Suds self serve dog wash Grand Opening Party! Saturday, January 8th from 11-7. Stop by and visit them at 4942 Hwy 98 (next to Steamboat Bar and Don Pedro's) Free snacks for canines and their humans! $2 discount on your wash if you mention you saw this on Sowal...

Woo-hoo! :clap: Wilderness rules restored for public lands - Yahoo! News The Obama administration plans to reverse a Bush-era policy and make millions of undeveloped acres of land once again eligible for federal wilderness protection, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said Thursday. The agency...

Pope Benedict XVI is looking to add an electric/solar powered Popemobile to the Vatican's list of green technology. Vatican keen on solar-powered electric popemobile - Forbes.com They already have a 2400 panel solar energy system mounted on Nervi hall (saving 80 tons of oil a year and cutting...

It's been a rough year for many and that will translate into not so happy holidays for our friends and neighbors. Here are some ways you can help locally: Caring and Sharing is collecting special holiday food items in addition to their usual list. They have a collection point in front of the...

Scooterbro's dog has had 2 seizures - one was when he was on meds and recovering from being neutered, the other 5 months later and more severe. He is an incredibly healthy young chocolate lab and the vet's only suggestion is to put him on anti-seizure meds. Scooterbro is very frustrated and...

I am incredibly pissed off! Don't know what the hell makes you think it is okay to steal people's stuff. Went to get some herbs for my breakfast and found someone had STOLEN all of the colored/nice pots I was growing my herbs in! I know I think my struggling basil, rosemary, and chives are...

I love the pizza and cheesecake and he is continuing to expand his menu - today's lunch special of fish tacos w/ fresh salsa and chips was amazing! Fresh breaded fish & tiny shrimp w/ a carrot and cabbage slaw on top. Great $8 lunch!

For those who remember/know of the 1947 Kon-tiki, these guys did a twist and made a 23'x60' sailboat out of 12,500 plastic bottles* and sailed it 8,300 nautical miles from San Francisco to Sydney, Australia! The mast was made of an irrigation pipe, generators were powered by humans on bicycles...

My recent paper had multiple page sections devoted to tax certificates being sold. What exactly is this? It reads like a who's who of Sowal (yes, I read every single entry and we have some real deadbeats who need to pay up and/or get their bills under $10K) and the sums listed easily total in...

Can anyone recommend a company that sells vacant land liability insurance in Florida? I am buying property and vacant land is not covered by any of my current insurance policies.

This sounded sketchy to me - a friend was telling me that the local company he works for deducts a set amount of money from his hourly pay rate for the "meals" that he is required to eat on site. He can't opt out and the money is deducted whether he eats or not (even when dining facilities...

Very cool modern art made of razor blades, gold foil, burnt branches from the controlled burns etc! The Gate I was quite impressed by the various textures he was able to make by sticking razor blades (hundreds and thousands of them) into wood canvases! :clap: True to Yourself Know they are...

I just saw this in the news - apparently some people feel the solution to barking dogs is to surgically cut their vocal cords so they cannot make noise. While I am certainly not a fan of incessantly barking dogs, this seems rather extreme and permanent - especially when training or a "bark...

Friend is getting a divorce and needs a long term rental. Current desired range is west of Sandestin/Destin area. Quiet older female, non-smoker, no pets. Furnished or unfurnished, studio, 1 BR, or 2 BR.

The Tostitos brand, in a joint effort with the USO, today announced plans to field the first-ever Tostitos "Salute the Troops" Bowl, a one-of-a-kind college football experience that will bring the tastes and traditions of college football bowl games (and feature former Irish star Raghib Ismail)...

During hard economic times it is more important than ever to support your local stores and businesses. Nothing you say or do has a bigger impact than where you choose to spend your money with each and every purchase. Each time you choose to spend your dollars at a local, independent business...

You can now buy books for the Coastal Branch Library on Amazon.com! The list has over a hundred titles, so hopefully there is something for everyone. Please go online and donate a book or two to help support this great community resource. Click here to go to Amazon list. Or go to "wishlists"...

Where can we volunteer to prepare/serve Thanksgiving dinner w/ the kids? I know some places have a minimum age requirement, but the whole point is that it is a family event where the kids help others for the holiday.

North side of 98 just west of the 98/395 intersection - big one and a little one - very cute snuffling about! :wub: Went back for a picture later, but they were gone. :(

I need clothing for a bike trip - do you have any favorite brands, items, and local or internet stores? I will be doing about 45 miles a day (and my butt hates ANY bike seat) so I know padded bottoms are a must, but have never worn/bought any before. So far I have a long list of potential...

My annual lil' feral visitors have arrived! Does anyone need a cute little kitten? Black, grayish, and a speckly one! (I think parents are a black w/ white socks and a dark orangey one w/ 'tude). They can't stay here forever (I'm mildly allergic and can't stand the litterbox/pee smell), but I...

A biker passing by saw me staring up at the pole and said it's all up and down 30-A, not just mine. :idontno:

Easter means lamb in the Scooterbug household. Many of my food habits were formed at a tender age, so I still commit the culinary sin of liking mint jelly w/ my lamb. It drives Scooterbro nuts (he's a chef). Anyone else?

Do the local schools collect Campbell's soup labels or the "points for education" box tops on Betty Crocker packages?