November 24, 2015

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Festival of trees in Freeport Dec. 4 – 6

Get into the spirit of Christmas by attending the Freeport Town Planters Festival of Trees. The event will be at the Freeport Community Center on Fri., Dec. 4, following the lighting of the Christmas Tree at City Hall; Sat., Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and on Sun., Dec. 6, from 1 – 5 p.m. The trees have been decorated by individuals, organizations, and businesses; and they will be competing for the People’s Choice Award, to be presented...

Choctawhatchee Audubon Society December events

December 3: Monthly Meeting and Program: Pictorial Survey of Birds that are Rare or Difficult to Identify during the Christmas Bird Count by Alan Knothe, biologist. The Christmas Bird Count is an internationally recognized survey monitoring the population of birds. Alan, a noted local birding expert, will explain the key identification features for rare or unusual sightings using high quality digital photography. The meeting will be held in Room 130 on the ground floor of the Student Services Building (Bld....

Cut your own tree at Strickland’s Christmas Tree Farm in DeFuniak Springs

Leyland cypress, Southern Red Cedar, Arizona Blue Ice Cypress available Bring back an old holiday tradition, or start a new one as you select and cut down your Christmas tree at Strickland’s Christmas Tree Farm. Located in DeFuniak Springs, the farm is owned by Cody and Linda Strickland. The 60-acre farm is one of the largest in Florida, and offers three varieties: Leyland Cypress, Southern Red Cedar and Arizona Blue Ice Cypress. The Strickland’s have now planted Virginia Pine and...

Keep your eyes to the sky for white pelicans migrating through Northwest Florida

By Stan Kirkland, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission One of the many benefits of living in the Florida panhandle and particularly near the coast is the vast variety of wildlife we often see. Daily, you’re apt to see bald eagles, ospreys, fox squirrels, black bears, wild turkeys, deer and numerous other species. It’s all about being in the right place at the right time. One species you may miss that’s migrating through our area now are white pelicans. Just...

Christmas Reflections in DeFuniak Springs Nov. 27 – Dec. 31

Christmas Reflections in DeFuniak Springs runs from 5 – 9 p.m. nightly Nov. 27 – Dec. 31. See how six million Christmas lights multiply to 12 million when reflected on the perfectly round lake which is the centerpiece of the DeFuniak Springs Historic District. This incredible display on the original grounds of Florida’s Historic Chautauqua has no equal. $3/person, Season Passes $35, ages 6 and under free. Carriage rides by High Horse Farm LLC will be available for an additional...

Outdoor movie night in DeFuniak Springs Nov. 27

Enjoy a movie with your family “the old fashioned way” at the outdoor amphitheater on Circle Drive in DeFuniak Springs beginning at 7:30 pm.  The movie is Miracle on 34th Street (1947 color version). Food vendors on site to settle your appetite and qualifying food purchasers will be entered into a chance to win a raffle. Free admission. Sponsored by the City of DeFuniak Springs Special Events Committee. For more information, call (850) 892-8500....

Christmas Festival in Chipley Dec. 4

The city of Chipley will be lighting up for their annual Christmas Festival on December 4, 2015. The event will be held in the downtown area from 5 – 9 p.m. Enjoy a parade, holiday stroll, Christmas carolers, arts, carriage rides, food vendors, and children’s activities such as bounce house, slide, games, and face painting. The Historical Museum will be offering tours and an open house. Schedule: 5-9 p.m. – Downtown holiday stroll and area merchants offering holiday goodies, discounts...

Walton County unveils plans for South Walton Sports Complex

  • November 17, 2015
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                        The Walton County Department of Administration, in conjunction with the Walton County Board of County Commissioners, hosted a meet and greet and unveiled the preliminary plans for the new South Walton Sports Complex. The County will be putting the construction project out for bid in December or January. The project should start in spring 2016, with a completion target of mid-summer 2017. Site amenities include: event lawn, event...