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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...

Digital Graffiti lights up Alys Beach

Hundreds of spectators enjoyed sold out show Digital Graffiti, a celebration of digital artistry from around the world lit up the white walls of Alys Beach on June 11, 2011.  Hundreds of spectators were wowed by the colorful artwork at the sold out show. Sometimes referred to as “Photon Bombing,” “Guerilla Projection” or “Urban Projection,” artists used animation and projection technologies to cast the dynamic images onto the walls. One of the highlights of the show was the N1.0 by...

Walton couple takes natural approach to gardening at Dragonfly Fields

Tasty produce reaped from local garden Charles Bush and Shueh-Mei Pong believe in keeping their gardening efforts natural at their Dragonfly Fields garden in North Walton County. Nestled along the picturesque rolling hills of North Walton County, Charles and Shueh-Mei garden a small portion of their 17-acre homestead. Set behind their home in neat rows, is a bountiful crop of fresh vegetables and fruit. Using a natural approach to their gardening, the couple uses no harmful herbicides or pesticides on...

Blue Heaven farm hosting tour June 11

Blue Heaven Farm in Westville will be hosting a farm tour from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Sat., June 11. The transitional organic farm produces fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers. Take a walking tour of the farm and see how they grow their produce. Light refreshments will be served after the tour. Location:  ‎2001 Minnie Lane Westville , Fla. For more information, contact (850) 956-2832 ::MAP::...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furver friend of the week

Tiny canine with big personality looking for love Looking for a loving little dog to round out your family circle? If so, we have the perfect pet for you. This oh-so-cute Chihuahua is Pica, and she was discovered wandering lost and alone along the road. Much too tiny to be dealing with cars, and trucks, she was picked up and brought to the safe sanctuary of Alaqua Animal Refuge. Although small in stature, Pica is packed with personality. She is...

Remember our brave soldiers this Memorial Day

Take a moment for remembrance of our brave soldiers who gave their lives for the United States of America As many of us enjoy an extended Memorial Day weekend by firing up the grill, popping a cold one, watching the Indy 500, or simply enjoying an extra day off with family and friends at the beach; please take a moment to remember our brave soldiers who gave their lives for our country. Since 1868, we have set aside this special...

Walton County Health Department issues rabies alert for Grayton Beach

Fox has tested positive for rabies The Walton County Health Department Administrator, Gail Allen, has issued a rabies alert for the Grayton Beach area of Walton County. This is in response to a fox that tested positive for rabies reported on May 23, 2011. All citizens 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 that...