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SoWal locals either have the T-shirt or have seen it . "I Bought My Pot From Dwight" it says on the front, along with an image of the man himself making a pot. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

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Middle and high schoolers are invited to a fall festival with a message. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

What do you do after you’ve, say, done Broadway and won a Tony or a Grammy? Apparently, you perform with Sinfonia Gulf Coast. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Big Daddy's Bike Shop is thrilled to welcome Zack Garner and Adam Smith to South Walton, Fla this week. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

A Better South Walton (ABSW) is scaring up a good time at Bud & Alley's this Friday evening, Oct. 30 from 5:30-8 p.m. Suggested donation is $20 and there are some great raffle items. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

The latest real estate report for September 2015 includes statistics for single family homes in Walton County, Florida. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Thinking of unique holiday gift ideas continues to become challenging. Experiences offer a lifetime of memories that aren’t dispensable like tangible gifts. The SOLARIS yacht offers unforgettable Thanksgiving, holiday and New Year’s Eve cruises in a convenient, all-inclusive Northwest Florida beach resort setting. “Not many people can say they spent the holidays on a 125 foot yacht,” stated James Murray, General Manager for SOLARIS. “Our holiday cruises feature chef-prepared meals while cruising the sparkling waters and enjoying time with family and friends.” The 125-foot SOLARIS yacht boasts three decks of indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests embark on a memorable experience that begins with a warm greeting by Captain Matt as they navigate throughout the yacht. Whether it’s inside the elegant dining room with panoramic windows or on the open air decks, all seating on the SOLARIS yacht offers breathtaking scenic views of the beautiful local waters and landscape. The yacht is conveniently docked at the all-inclusive Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, offering a multitude of accommodation, transportation, dining and entertainment options. Guests can celebrate Thanksgiving on the water on the SOLARIS Thanksgiving Buffet Cruises on Thursday, November 26, with the lunch cruise from 12 - 2 pm and the dinner cruise from 6 - 8 pm. The SOLARIS chefs freshly prepare a cornucopia of coastal and traditional cuisines aboard the yacht’s galley. The lavish Thanksgiving Buffet includes an Herb-Roasted Turkey with Giblet Gravy, Maple Ham, Baked Gulf Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce, Southern Succotash, Green Bean Casserole, Cornbread Dressing, Sweet Potato Casserole and an assortment of traditional Thanksgiving Desserts. SunQuest Cruises’ SOLARIS Thanksgiving Buffet Cruise ranges from $20 - $58 per person, which includes a two-hour cruise and a delectable Thanksgiving buffet. The Thanksgiving celebration continues through the weekend as the SOLARIS offers fine dining and dancing cruises on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28 from 6 - 9 pm. Cruising year-round, the SOLARIS yacht is available throughout the holiday season for private events, weddings, holiday parties and groups up to 150 people. Enjoy the elegant fusion of a luxurious yacht, ambiance, romance and entertainment on SunQuest Cruises annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks, Dinner and Dancing Cruise on Thursday, December 31st from 8 pm – 12:30 am. Patrons will embark on a memorable evening that includes a five-course seated dinner, live entertainment, fireworks, party favors and champagne. While the SOLARIS cruises the local waters, the five-course New Year’s Eve culinary adventure begins with NOLA BBQ Shrimp and Sweet Corn Muffins, followed by a Savory Blackeye Pea, Andouille and Collards soup. Next, guests will enjoy a Firecracker Greens salad with colorful peppers and Champagne Buttermilk Vinaigrette dressing. Entrée choices include Seared Duck Breast, Braised Beef Short Rib, Baked Grouper with Toasted Almond Butter Sauce and Roasted Harvest Vegetables. The meal concludes with a Flag Ship Puff Pastry Dessert. The soiree on the water continues with live music that can be heard from all three decks. At final countdown, guests will grab party favors and raise a glass to 2016 with a midnight Champagne toast. The sky will illuminate with a fireworks show from the nearby Sandestin resort. The SOLARIS New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Dinner Cruise is an all-inclusive event for $115 per person, including a four and a half hour cruise, five-course meal, live entertainment, fireworks, party favors and champagne. Sandestin also offers a variety of accommodations on-property for anyone seeking a worry-free night. Give the gift of an unforgettable experience with a gift certificate for a SOLARIS dinner cruise. Dinner cruises are scheduled weekly throughout the year and other holiday cruises including Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and more. For additional information, menus, videos, photos and required reservations, visit www.SunQuestCruises.com or call 850.650.2519.

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and the Sandestin Wine Festivaldiv> Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Mountainfilm lends soul to SoWal. It's one of the events we never miss, and are glad to sponsor every year. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Fall in SoWal is the craziest time of year with so many festivals, live music, football and some real local fun events. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

As expected, tickets have completely sold out for Seeing Red Wine Festival's Grand Tasting comm Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Keeping the tempo on the Emerald Coast’s cultural scene since its founding in 2005, Sinfonia Gulf Coast will mark its milestone 10th season as the region’s only fully professional symph Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center’s Walton County construction site is making great progress in D Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

In South Walton it has always been about the beach and a laid-back lifestyle. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

The community is invited to a dedication ceremony to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Seaside Post Office on Friday, Oct. 23, at 10 a.m. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Celebrate the Best of the Emerald Coast 2015 at Grand Boulevard on Saturday, October 24 from 6:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Cafe' Thirty-A in Seagrove Beach is celebrating wine and food this fall as they host Kokomo Winery at a special wine Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

The holidays are fast approaching and that means tons of celebrations and lots of tempting comfort foods. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Whooo! It's been busy here at the beach this fall. Lots of folks around and plenty of pretty weather to take 'em fishing. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

To celebrate the debut of five of Seaside’s new wine varieties sporting a new label, a special wine tasting will be held at 45 Centraldiv> Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

The judging is complete and the official results are in for our 2015 "You're So SoWal if..." contest! Thank you to everyone who sent in entries to make this another great year f Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

The Witches of South Walton is gathering for the12th Annual Witches of South Walton Ride taking off from Gulf Place on Friday, October 30, 2015 at 7:00 a.m. sharp. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Get your grouper sandwich fix now, while you still can. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!

Long-time Seaside homeowner Rick Montague will be the Seaside Institute’s featured speaker at its “Spend an Evening” program on Friday, October 16 during homeowners’ weekend Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!