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Drought conditions prompt special concern over fireworks this 4th of July

Play it safe, leave the firework displays to the pros Click here for Walton fireworks displays The Walton County Safety Coalition (WCSC) – comprised of the South Walton Fire District (SWFD), the Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), the South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC) and the Florida Division of Forestry – is urging special caution with fireworks this Fourth of July holiday, and reminds the public that, not only are fireworks extremely dangerous, but most are prohibited in the state...

Lazy, hazy days of summer officially here

June 21st marks the summer solstice The lazy, hazy days of summer are officially here at 12:16 p.m. CDT on June 21 as the summer solstice arrives bringing the longest day of the year. The summer solstice occurs at the moment the earth’s tilt toward from the sun is at a maximum. Therefore, on the day of the summer solstice, the sun appears at its highest elevation with a noontime position that changes very little for several days before and after the summer solstice....

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...