As a local diver and environmentalist, Andy McAlexander was more than a little concerned following the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. He observed the aftermath of the BP Oil Spill as Walton County business owners struggled to stay afloat. His thoughts turned to better days and solutions to help get the local economy back on track. What could be done to enhance the county’s natural resources?
Seaside’s Escape To Create artist residency launches its 23rd season with the arrival of six artists selected from an international pool of applicants for the renowned creative retreat.
The only artist residency of its kind in the Florida Gulf Region, "E2C" and the community of Seaside have welcomed artists to Scenic 30A since 1993. Drawing audiences from throughout the southeast, a variety of cultural programs showcasing the multi-disciplinary artists are offered throughout this January and February.
Emerald Homes has quickly become a major player in the South Walton real estate market, offering luxury properties in several of our beach communities. We received the following Q&A from Emily Natalio, Marketing Coordinator for Emerald Homes, Northern Gulf Coast, which covers some of the most frequently asked questions about the company and its offerings.
1. When did Emerald Homes start doing business in South Walton?
If you want to know the meaning of “old Florida,” Dewey Destin’s Crab Island location will provide you with a great lesson. Though their harbor-side restaurant is fabulous and more visible, just off the beaten path is Dewey’s original location that captures what Destin was like before the high-rise condos were built and when fishing was the only game in town.
The Northwest Florida Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) raised almost $5,000 at its annual holiday fundraising event, Holiday Toast on the Coast: A Taste of Seaside, FL, on Dec. 6, benefiting the local NWFL Coast chapter and Food For Thought Outreach, Inc.
ArtsQuest, a fine arts festival produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), has found its new home in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin. The 26th annual festival is scheduled for May 11-13, 2014.
The latest real estate report for November 2013 in Walton County shows the market continues to improve and in some areas is downright hot. The number of sales are up and so is the percentage of original listing price that sellers are receiving on closed sales. This shows that sellers are in a good position and buyers are active.
Looking for something special to do to ring in the new year? Want to say good by to 2013 and have some fun? We've got you covered! The SoWal Events Calendar, Live Music Calendar, and the SoWal Forum always have the scoop! Here's a rundown of parties and more happenings around New Year's Day 2014 in South Walton (Check out spots to watch football in SoWal).
Tuesday, Dec 31
Start the New Year by taking a “SPLASH” with your family and friends at the first ever SWFD Polar Bear Splash. Come join us as “Splashers” take to the gulf waters on New Year’s Day.
This invigorating event will surely get your blood flowing and for those that brave the winter waters, we will also be hosting a beach bonfire to help warm you up.
Date/Time/Location- January 1, 2014. 11am at Ed Walline Park
$20 donation - All proceeds will benefit the SWFD Department Relations Committee.
Walking on the beach can change your perspective. There's nothing better than being at the beach on the first day of a new year. First Day Hikes offered by Florida State Parks are a great way to get outside, exercise, enjoy nature and welcome the New Year with friends and family - or a solitary sojourn.
There are hundreds of First Day Hikes sponsored at state parks across the country on New Year's Day - but you'll find no better place than our state parks right here in and around South Walton!
