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Whale sharks captured on video near Grayton Beach

Being there Local charter boat captain Mike Valentino, along with dive buddies James Griffith and Darcy Pentel were out on Mike’s boat August 6, and encountered a once in a lifetime experience. While out in the Gulf fishing and diving off of Grayton Beach, Mike received a message from fellow captain Phil Hammond, who had spotted several whale sharks in the area. Mike and his friends headed over and were able to capture the graceful sharks on video. “It was...

Rags to Riches Regatta awash in color

Elizabeth Savage, race organizer gives a recap on the race: “The Hobie’s raced from Grayton to Seagrove Beach on July 3, 2009. The race of mostly 16 ft. Hobie’s started just after 12:30 pm on a beautiful day. Capt Bill Apple (Panama Jack) and his crew, Jeremy, raced to the finish line for first place just ahead of Bryson Stephens (#109366) and his crew, daughter, Madeline Stephens. In third was Karl Renelt (#08) and crew Bridget Precise who grabbed their...