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Walton County fishing report for April 20

Fishing is good! Get out there! Surf: Pompano and whiting being caught for those that can get between the June grass. Bay: Speckled trout being caught along with redfish and folks gigging for flounder. River:  Plenty of shellcracker caught on earth worms, bluegill hitting popping bugs and bass being caught. Folks are gigging for frogs along the river. Danny Copeland wants to remind folks that the resident shoreline license is free. Come on by! Click here for fishing forecast Hunting:...

FWC offers free fishing weekends, expands bay scallop season

Weekend of June 4 – 5, and June 18 – 19, 2011 saltwater fishing license not required statewide Florida is the fishing capital of the world, bringing more than $5.4 billion to our economy.  Today at the Cabinet meeting in Panama City with the support of Governor Rick Scott and the Cabinet, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced an exciting resource for anglers.  FWC announced two weekends in June when a saltwater fishing license will not be...

ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival comes to Seaside May 6-8

23rd Annual Festival to fill downtown Seaside Mother’s Day Weekend The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and the Merchants of Seaside will bring the 23rd annual ArtsQuest Fine Arts & Music Festival to Seaside, Florida, May 6 – 8 (Mother’s Day weekend), featuring the very best in fine art, live music, interactive public art projects, kids’ activities and art demonstrations. 130 international artists’ booths will fill Central Square and the Lyceum showcasing their works in glass, metal, mixed media,...

Where to find the Easter Bunny hoppin’ around Walton

Area family activities include Easter egg hunts, live music and a tea party Apr. 21 – 24 Easter Egg Hunt at Coastal Branch Library Apr. 21 The Friends of the  Coastal Branch Library will be sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt, Thursday, April 21, 2011 from 11 a.m. to Noon at the Library located at 437 Greenway Trail behind the Government Center on Highway 331 South. Children will meet in the story time area of the library before the Easter Egg...

Walton students design artwork for turtle festival

Artwork will adorn posters and t-shirts Turtle Watch, South Walton Community Council, and the Merchants of Gulf Place gratefully acknowledge Walton County elementary school art teachers Constance Rogers, Laurie Hudson, and Jennifer Bush for their participation in the Turtle Fest 2011 poster art contest held recently for area students. A winner was chosen from each school participating and will be placed on the Turtle Fest posters and t-shirts. Proceeds from the sale of the shirts will go to Turtle Watch, a not-for-profit volunteer...

Sandestin Beach Bicycle Tour May 14-15

Event to benefit Alaqua Animal Refuge Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast will be the backdrop for The Sandestin Beach Bicycle Tour this May 14-15 as hundreds of cyclists venture through scenic South Walton. The weekend bicycle event is designed for all road cyclists. Participants will get an opportunity to soak in a scenic bike ride alongside pristine beaches including a rest stop in charming Seaside and enjoy post-ride activities and mechanical support. On Saturday 30 and...

Bark Park in Santa Rosa Beach slated to reopen

Alaqua Animal Refuge taking over management Dog lovers and friends of the Bark Park in Santa Rosa Beach can now rejoice, as the popular off-leash dog park is slated to reopen in the next few days. Under an agreement with Walton County set to be finalized at the County Commission meeting on Apr. 12., Alaqua Animal Refuge will take over the Bark Park’s management. The park owned by the County has been closed since the end of January. The park...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

Sweet girl looking for new best friend Wilma is now a resident of Alaqua Animal Refuge, and is very grateful to be among friends who really care about her.  Wilma is a Shepherd/Keeshound mix who is medium-small in stature. Her coat is a stylish combination of black, brown and tan that shows off her big brown eyes to perfection.  She is very smart, and already knows how to heel and sit.  This sweetheart of a pup is hoping to find...