Just a few years ago, starting a scuba company wasn’t even on Andy McAlexander's radar, much less his bucket list. Funny what time will do, and Andy is all smiles now as he kicks back outside his new shop in Grayton Beach.
Andy and his partner Laurie Schmitz Janowski opened Grayton Scuba Co. on March at 26 Logan Lane at the Shops of Grayton in the old Shooz of Grayton location. The former shoe selections have been replaced by the latest in scuba/snorkeling gear.
The latest real estate report for February 2016 includes statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were down 17.5% for February compared to the same month last year. Cash sales were down 27%. Inventory was down 4%. Median sales price was up 13%.
Our corner of the planet now has a Freshii restaurant and the good news has sure traveled fast. SoWal locals are raving about this new fresh, healthy and fast eatery now open at 30Avenue in Inlet Beach. Regular visitors from larger cities like Chicago and Dallas are excited to see Freshii offered here too.
Bay Breeze Patio is celebrating its 12th year serving the Emerald Coast with an Anniversary Party & Grilling Expo on Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2. The two-day celebration showcases the best of outdoor living with experts from the most popular furniture brands, fireplace and fire pit demos, grill demo sessions with premium grill lines, and great sale prices.
Hartell’s Village Diner opened its doors in 2008 and quickly became one of the go-to places for family dining in The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Owners Michael and Jamie Sobik wanted to create a fun place where families could come, even after the late night festivities of the village got underway. Well, they got it right. With yummy food, good value and a retro vibe, Hartell’s has something for every member of the family.
Risa’s Interiors has been creating dream homes on the Emerald Coast for more than 30 years. This past June, owner Risa Priestly decided to move her shop from a 3,000 sq. ft. cottage to a 12,000 sq. ft. Mediterranean-inspired showplace. The move created a huge demand for Risa’s remodeling and design services. We managed to catch up with one of the hardest working women in business, and she filled us in on how far she’s come, what keeps her grounded, and what she’s looking forward to next.
30Avenue kicks off the season with an exciting live music series to take place on Thursday evenings under the palms. Make plans to visit South Walton's newest shop + dine destination at Inlet Beach, take it easy while enjoying the music of the area's top artists, and catch a complimentary horse and carriage ride.
Local dentists Dr. Olivier Broutin, Dr. Amber Wiebe, and Dr. Lauren Crawford are out to change lives by offering free smiles to anyone who needs dental work, as they host Dentistry from the Heart again this year. The Smileology dental office in Miramar Beach will provide free services for patients in need of dental care on Friday, March 25.
The latest real estate report for January 2016 includes statistics for single family homes in Walton County, Florida. Closed sales were down 4% for January compared to the same month last year. Cash sales were up 11%. Inventory was down 8%. Median days on the market was up 16%.
What does a novelist born in the 19th century and a beloved seafood joint have in common? The answer is a funny word: Goatfeathers! Author Ellis Parker Butler said, "Goatfeathers are the distractions, side lines, and deflections that take a man's attention from his own business and keep him from getting ahead.”
