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Colorful path to the Gulf of Mexico

Beach path a canvas of color Local resident Jamie Conley snapped this beautiful photo of a path to the beach near Seagrove in South Walton County. The colorful flowers are part of the Asteraceae (aster or daisy) family, native to our coastal beaches. “This world is but a canvas to our imagination.” ~ Henry David Thoreau...

Alaqua Animal Refuge friend of the week

Pumba looking for ‘furever’ home If you would like a small, very enthusiastic dog to brighten your life and dispel the doldrums of these hot summer days, Pumba may be exactly the pup you’re looking for.  This cute canine is nine months old and a perfect mix of Schnauzer and Yorkie.  His coat, mostly black, is sprinkled here and there with accents of tan and white, and his eyes sparkle with an infectious zest for life.  He loves other small...

Art reception for Beaches of South Walton Artist of the Year July 15

Art reception for Michael Granberry Location: Art of Simple Gallery – Ruskin Place, Seaside, July 15 at 5 p.m. A Photography Reception unveiling the 2010 Beaches of South Walton Artist of the Year, Michael Granberry’s, photographic series: “The Study of People & Places of Walton County. Live music by Sawmill Gravy & the Biscuits. Attending guests will be able to meet and speak with many of the people of Walton County who where involved in the photographic series. This reception...

Alaqua Animal Refuge friend of the week

Gentle feline looking for ‘furever’ home Mercedes is just one of the many feline residents hoping to be adopted.  A two and a half year old tortoiseshell long hair, Mercedes has beautiful yellow/green eyes and a silky coat of black generously highlighted by a golden tan.  She is gentle, quiet and super affectionate.  While she is very tolerant of other cats, Mercedes prefers the company of a kindly human who enjoys quality one on one time with a charming cat...

Alaqua Animal Refuge friend of the week

Pilar looking for ‘furever’ home Pilar is an Anatolian shepherd/Labrador mix. She is a year old, has intelligent brown eyes and a golden tan coat highlighted in all the right places with stylish white accents. Her sweet and gentle disposition make her a favorite among the staff and volunteers at Alaqua Animal Refuge. She loves to go for walks and is great on a leash. While Pilar gets along very well with other dogs, and has even been known to...

Zinnias blooming in Red Bay

Red Bay a rainbow of color As summer approaches vegetables are ready and flowers are blooming everywhere. Red Bay Grocery has zinnias available at $5.99 per bundle, and approximately 2 dozen flowers are in each bundle. They also have locally grown blueberries, red potatoes, tomatoes and eggplant available for purchase. Red Bay is located at 8704 Hwy. 81 S, Red Bay. Tel: 850-836-2220. To learn more about Red Bay Grocery Click here...

Regional Utilities places booms on Choctawhatchee Bay during water line installation

New water line coming across bay Regional Utilities of Walton County is currently working on Choctawhatchee Bay installing a second sub aqueous water line. This line is being installed as redundancy, as well as a future water supply for South Walton County. Regional Utilities is using the boom as protection for the environment of the bay.  The boom has not been placed due to the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Regional Utilities of Walton County apologizes for the...

Santa Rosa Beach grower with a Midas touch shares enthusiasm for cultivating orchids

Epiphytes thrive in local greenhouse For Santa Rosa Beach resident, Laura Talbert, orchid growing is more than a hobby – it’s a passion. Orchids (Orchidaceae) are epiphytes – a plant that grows upon another plant such as a tree, non-parasitically and derives its moisture and nutrients from the air and rain. Orchids typically thrive in a tropical environment. Laura had been growing orchids for more than 10 years in Titusville before she and husband Rick relocated to Santa Rosa Beach...