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30A Tour of Homes benefits Toys for Tots Dec. 8

In this season of giving, broker-owner Larry Davis announced that his sales team at Davis Properties of NW Florida located in Seagrove Beach, Florida, is excited to participate in the annual Toys for Tots holiday gift drive this Christmas season. The drive will kick off on Friday December 8th during the 30A Holiday Tour of Homes. Attendees of the Tour of Homes will not only get to see five amazing beach properties located throughout Seagrove Beach and Seaside; but will...

Wesley house at Eden Gardens State Park decorated for the holidays, Candlelight Tour Dec. 16

Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden invite you to join them for a tour of the Wesley House through the holidays. All of the rooms of the house have been decorated in Christmas cheer with each decorated in a variety of different themes by local organizations. Downstairs, upstairs entry and stairway: Destin Woman’s Club – “Victorian Christmas” Library: Pt. Washington Historical Society – Christina & Paul Flynn – “Festive Feathered Friends” Dining Room: Ladies of Impact 100...

Veterans Day events in Walton County

Freeport celebrates veterans with ceremony and benefit jam Nov. 10 and 11 Veterans ceremony: The City of Freeport is hosting their 8th annual Veterans Day ceremony on Friday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. The event will include the unveiling and dedication of the new Purple Heart Memorial. The ceremony will be held at Freeport Veterans Memorial at Casey Park, 112 SR 20 adjacent to City Hall. Veterans Jam: A concert to benefit the Freeport Veterans Memorial will be held at...

Sheriff’s Office hosting Santa Patrol gift drive

Walton County Sheriff’s Office is asking our community to join us in helping give the gift of hope this Christmas. Many families in Walton County are in need this holiday season and could use some assistance in providing for their children. “Keep in mind these are kids of all ages,” said Sheriff Adkinson. “Not just youngsters, but teenagers as well. That’s why we are calling it a gift drive – so we don’t limit the focus to just toys.” Starting...

Living with Florida black bears program in Santa Rosa Beach Nov. 9

The South Walton Community Council and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are hosting an informative program on Living with Florida Black Bears. The focus of the program is to educate the public about black bears in South Walton County.  You will also learn about the role of FWC in bear management and response to human-bear conflict, steps that can be taken by homeowners to avoid attracting bears, as well as, some guidelines on what to do if you see...

South Walton Fire District hosting Caring and Sharing Angel Tree through Dec. 5

South Walton Fire District is once again sponsoring the Caring and Sharing Angel Tree. Each holiday season the “Angel Tree” is filled with names of children throughout Walton County that otherwise may not receive Christmas gifts without your assistance. “Angels” will be available for selection beginning Oct. 30 from 9a.m- 4 p.m. at Station 3/Headquarters, 911 North County Highway 393, Santa Rosa Beach. Gifts may be returned to Station 3/Headquarters no later than December 5. Please reach into your heart...

Haz-mat collection day in DeFuniak Springs and Santa Rosa Beach Nov. 4

8 a.m. – 12 Noon Pesticides – Used Oil – Stale Gasoline – Solvents – Fertilizers – Paint – Paint Thinners – Paint Strippers – Batteries – Furniture Polish – Brake Fluid – Engine Degreasers – Anti-Freeze – Pool Chemicals – Insecticides – Spot Removers Waste tire amnesty will also be held on the same date, during the same hours and locations. Walton county residents may bring up to 12 tires per residence. No gas cylinders or explosives, please. Due...