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Alaqua Animal refuge furever friends of the week

“Hay!” My name is Ellie and my best friend is Little Ricky. We were born at Alaqua Animal Refuge in March of 2013. Our moms were rescued and brought to the safe haven of this amazing place called Alaqua. We are so lucky, because we have never known anything but love and outstanding care our entire lives here at Alaqua. I guess you could say we have been the “mane attraction” around here. We have been “horsing around” a lot!...

South Walton designer collaborates to create book of 30A sunsets

There’s a new coffee table book available along 30A, and it is chock full of images most everyone can agree as special – “The Sunsets of 30A.” The 128 page coffee table style book is filled with stunning images. The book is the brainchild of publisher Cindy Moskovitz, who has been enjoying South Walton sunsets with her family since the early 80s. Admiring the beautiful work of local photographers, Moskovitz came up with the idea to share and acknowledge the...

Hurricane season is from June 1 to November 30, are you prepared?

Here are some good tips for Walton area residents Native Floridians are familiar with the impact of hurricanes and the damage it can do to property, life and environment. However, many newcomers are not aware of the what is important to prepare for, should a large storm approach our area. It is important to have valuable information before hand. Here is a list of actions you should take to prepare. The Clyde B Wells bridge (U.S. Hwy. 331) shuts down...

Learn how to prepare your pet for hurricane evacuation at Alaqua Unleashed June 21

As the 2014 hurricane season approaches, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, Walton County Emergency Management and Alaqua Animal Refuge are teaming up to prepare Walton County pet owners to have a plan in place in the event of an evacuation. Do you an evacuation plan for your pets? Whether your pets are big or small, make sure: · their immunizations are current · they have proper identification · they have a safe place to stay Alaqua Animal Refuge, the Walton...

Hurricane preparedness sales tax holiday May 31 – June 8, 2014

Are you ready for hurricane season? Now is the time to stock up on supplies and be prepared in the event of a hurricane. From Saturday, May 31, 2014 to Sunday June 8, 2014, qualifying items related to hurricane preparedness are exempt from sales tax. This sales tax holiday does not apply to sales in a theme park, entertainment complex, public lodging establishment, or airport, or to the rental or repair of any of these items. Selling for $10 or...

Memorial Day weekend activities in Walton County

Memorial Day weekend will be chock full of activities in Walton County May 24, 25, 26. Outdoor concerts and fireworks will be the highlight of the weekend that officially kicks off summer in our area. Memorial Day services will be held in north and south Walton. Saturday, May 24: Village of Baytowne Wharf:  7-9 p.m. – Performance by Stellar. Free. Sunday, May 25 Alys Beach Amphitheater: 7:30 p.m. – Sinfonia Goes Pops at the Beach Enjoy the orchestral sounds of...

South Walton and Freeport decorated with patriotic flags

Thanks to a flag service program hosted by Freeport/South Walton Kiwanis Club, folks in South Walton and Freeport will enjoy patriotic American flags flying several times a year. Along U.S. Highway 331 in South Walton, and several neighborhoods in Freeport, the local program flies the flags during President’s Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day through Sept. 11, and Veterans Day. If you and your neighborhood area interested in the flying flag flying program, the cost is...