SoWal Stories


Dave Rauschkolb Receives Van Ness Butler Jr Hospitality Award

July 6, 2022
Dave Rauschkolb walks into Bud & Alley’s on a humid summer morning among the...

Take a Walk Through Old Florida at Camp Helen State Park

July 2, 2022
Do you love the REAL Florida? Do you love OLD Florida?

SoWal Live BeachCams >

July 2, 2022
From Inlet Beach to Miramar Beach, our LIVE BeachCams

A Legend at the Red Bar in Grayton Beach

June 6, 2022
In Memorium: John Henry “Jabo” Starks (October 26, 1937 – May 1, 2018) anchored the Red...

SoWal Style: Rooftop Pool View in Alys Beach

May 31, 2022
This one-of-a-kind Alys Beach vacation home offer

North Beach Social: Joyride to the Bayside

April 7, 2022
Point your fun compass North… trust us, North Beach Social has it all.

Staying Safe at the Beach in South Walton

February 27, 2022
At SoWal.com, we are committed to helping locals and visitors stay safe while enjoying...

The 30A Gallery Trail - Must Visit Artists in South Walton FL

January 15, 2022
South Walton has always attracted creative types who are drawn to our san

Pescado Brunch & Live Music Every Sunday

January 6, 2022
Excellent food, inspiring tunes and amazing Gulf vistas are the perfect w

Dancing, Dining and Daiquiris at Red Fish Taco

December 27, 2021
Celebrating all that our “30A beach vibe” has to offer -  resid

Resort Resale Continues Excellent Furniture & Home Decor Consignment With New Owners

November 2, 2021
For nearly 14 years, Resort Resale on Hwy 98 in SoWal has been an excel

SoWal Style: Classic Grayton Cottage Overlooking State Park Dunes & Gulf

October 21, 2021
If you want to experience the authentic Grayton Beach vibe you can't do any better then...

Alaqua Animal Refuge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Opens

September 23, 2021
Alaqua Animal Refuge announced toda

Angelina's Pizzeria and Pasta: That's Amore

August 2, 2021
So many years of quality service, so many pizzas! 

Central Square Records in Seaside Shares the Passion

July 30, 2021
Central Square Records in

Sip, Sip, Hooray! B.F.F. Serves Frozens Everyday

June 26, 2021
The heat is ON in South Walton.

SoWal Style - Charming Seagrove Cottage from Days Gone By

May 21, 2021
As the old one-story dune cottages of yesteryear disappear, a few are still available to...

New Homes Selling Fast at Naturewalk at Watersound Origins

April 28, 2021
There is a new town center rising on the eastern end of South Walton.

Local Catch Bar & Grill Celebrates 10 Years Serving Locals & Visitors

March 29, 2021
Local Catch Bar & Grill, located in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach, ce

Food For Thought Champions the Fight Against Growing Food Insecurity

March 29, 2021
In a year that should have been about celebrating ten years of service to the community,

Scenic Highway 30A Designated as National Scenic Byway

March 17, 2021
Our little road on the SoWal Coast along the world's most beautiful beaches has gained...

South Walton Adventures on the Water

February 22, 2021
People flock to South Walton from all over the world to enjoy the most beautiful beaches...

Chef Jim Shirley Honored as 16th Van Ness Butler Jr. Award Winner

February 18, 2021
In 2020, Chef Jim Shirley received two honors, the first was becoming the

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