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Hazmat collection day in north and south Walton Nov. 7

The Walton Board of County Commissioners is sponsoring a project to collect, recycle, treat and properly dispose of these and other household hazardous wastes: 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...

Five Walton County parks to offer wheelchair swings

ADA access to swings is in the works at five Walton County parks. The first has been installed at Wee Care Park in DeFuniak Springs. The additional swings will be located at Freeport Regional Sports Complex, Gene Hurley, Paxton, and Helen McCall parks. The fulfillment of an idea born at the Walton County Sheriff’s Office is brought to fruition with the help of the hard working employees at Walton County Parks and Recreation. The first of five wheelchair swings has...

Mattie Kelly Arts Festival in Destin Oct. 24 – 25

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) celebrates 20 years in the cultural arts by enhancing the offerings of its annual Festival of the Arts set for Oct. 24–25 at the scenic MKAF Cultural Arts Village in Destin, Florida. The two-day event features exhibits of more than 100 artists from 12 states (and one from Europe) showcasing a diverse palette of artistic styles in 18 different art mediums. Art lovers of all ages will be able to watch artists create works of...

Halloween Happening in DeFuniak Springs Oct. 30

The DeFuniak Springs Business and Professional Association is hosting a Halloween Happening from 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015.  The event will be held along Baldwin Avenue. Children’s Trick or Treat along with a costume contest for ages up to 10 years old. There will also be a Pumpkin Patch People contest for area businesses in DeFuniak Springs. Click here to download rules and guidelines. For more information call Carolyn Mora at 892-3950 or Sara Comander at...

Department of Health in Walton County issues rabies alert

Walton County – The Florida Department of Health in Walton County issued a rabies alert for the central part of Walton County, specifically the Freeport and Woodlawn areas. This is in response to a second fox that tested positive on Oct. 2, 2015. All residents and visitors in Walton County should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population and domestic animals are at risk if not vaccinated. The public is asked to maintain a heightened awareness...

Fire prevention pancake breakfast at SWFD WaterColor station Oct. 10

The SWFD Department Relations Committee (DRC) will be hosting its 3rd Annual All You Can Eat pancake breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015 at the SWFD Station 2 located at 2109 S. County Highway 395 (Watercolor) from 8 – 11:30 am. Executive Chef Brian Murray, formerly of Watercolor Inn & Resort, Emeril’s Restaurants and current owner of DIG Eatery will be this year’s Celebrity Chef. He has teamed up with US FOODS and will be preparing the best pancakes in...

Getting to Know the Natives – Garden & Trail Tour offered every Wednesday

Every Wednesday from Sept. 16 – Nov. 25 – Time: 3 – 5 p.m. The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA), in partnership with Northwest Florida State College, are offering the fall season of their popular eco-tourism initiative, Eco Adventures of Walton County. Get acquainted with the local flora and fauna as you enjoy a guided tour of the Native Plant Demonstration Garden and Trail at Northwest Florida State College (South Walton Center). Plants featured in the Garden, Trail and Wildflower Meadow...

Alaqua Animal Refuge pet of the week

Barbee is the epitome of sugar & spice & everything nice. She is a 6 year old, female, Australian Shepherd who was rescued from a county shelter. She weighs about 50 lbs and is such a sweetheart. She longs for human interaction and is a very gentle soul. She is content to spend her days just lying by your side. We don’t know much about her past, but we know that her future is bright! She will be undergoing treatment...