June 21, 2011

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Drought conditions prompt special concern over fireworks this 4th of July

Play it safe, leave the firework displays to the pros Click here for Walton fireworks displays The Walton County Safety Coalition (WCSC) – comprised of the South Walton Fire District (SWFD), the Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), the South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC) and the Florida Division of Forestry – is urging special caution with fireworks this Fourth of July holiday, and reminds the public that, not only are fireworks extremely dangerous, but most are prohibited in the state...

Lazy, hazy days of summer officially here

June 21st marks the summer solstice The lazy, hazy days of summer are officially here at 12:16 p.m. CDT on June 21 as the summer solstice arrives bringing the longest day of the year. The summer solstice occurs at the moment the earth’s tilt toward from the sun is at a maximum. Therefore, on the day of the summer solstice, the sun appears at its highest elevation with a noontime position that changes very little for several days before and after the summer solstice....

Walton County Independence Day celebrations

Tons of fun Independence Day weekend in Walton County! Seaside offers up family fun July 3rd and 4th Festivities include community parade, live entertainment and fireworks Seaside’s annual 4th of July Celebration brings together the best traditions along 30A and South Walton as The Merchants of Seaside host a fun-filled Fourth for all ages including two nights of fireworks, a community parade and live music for the entire family. Schedule: July 3: The festivities begin on Sunday, July 3rd with...

Alaqua Animal Refuge forever friend of the week

Little canine looking for new home They say that good things come in small packages, and that is certainly true for this darling dog. A Pug/Chihuahua mix, Samantha was found wandering on a major highway. Luckily for her, a good Samaritan came to her rescue and brought her to Alaqua Animal Refuge. She’s making lots of new friends at the peaceful sanctuary. Her needs are few — a special someone and a loving forever home. Samantha is more than ready...

FWC prohibits campfires on public lands it manages until wildfire threat subsides

In light of significant drought conditions and the increased threat of wildfires, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in cooperation with the state Division of Forestry and other partner agencies, issued an executive order June 16 prohibiting campfires in wildlife management areas, wildlife and environmental areas and all other lands it manages. The order went into effect at 12:01 a.m. June 17 and remains in effect until rescinded by a subsequent order. The FWC joins the DOF, the...

Learn about wildlife at Topsail June 20

Learn about the critters that call Topsail their home Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park With over 1,600 acres at the park to explore there is a pretty good chance you may have an encounter with one of our wild residents.  What will you see?  What could it be?  Come out and join the Topsail staff for a presentation on the common critters who call Topsail Hill their home.  Park at the Day-Use area and take a...