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Cops on Top event at Lakewood/Britton Hill Park in Paxton June 25

On Saturday, June 25th, at 11 a.m. teams from across the country will set out to summit their state’s highest point in honor of the law enforcement officers who have been killed in the line of duty. Whether the team is attempting to climb the tallest mountain or hike the highest hill, each team member will carry with them the memory of the tremendous sacrifice the officers made to protect and serve their respective state. The annual Summit for Heroes...

Walton County Memorial Day services May 30

Gum Creek Cemetery DeFuniak Springs 8 a.m. Gum Creek Cemetery, one of the oldest in Walton County, is thought to be at least 160 years old. As such, it marks the final resting place of veterans from American’s wars all the way back to the early 19th Century, with 12 known Civil War veterans and one confirmed Seminole War veteran. There are many veterans from 20th century conflicts, from World War I throughout the Korean War, buried in the cemetery...

Walton County Public Works and Fire Rescue Road-E-O and fire safety event May 19

The Walton County Department of Public Works and Walton County Fire Rescue would like to invite the public to attend their Road-E-O and fire safety event on Thursday, May 19th from 7 – 11 .am. at Wee Care Park located at 552 Walton Road in DeFuniak Springs. During the event, several competitions will be held between the Walton County Public Works Equipment Operators. Events include: • Backhoe Event – Agility and Maneuverability Skills Competition • Excavator Event – Ball Scoop...

Walton County hosting fixed price sale at County Landfill May 14

In an effort to rid the county of surplus items and free up space in county facilities, Walton County will be hosting a fixed price yard sale on Saturday, May 14th, from 7 am to 11 am at the County Landfill located north of DeFuniak Springs off Highway 83 North. The fixed price sale will include furniture, computers, monitors, collectibles, antiques, beach equipment, sporting goods, tools and construction items and much more. Items that will be sold at the yard...

Cultural Arts Alliance Valentine Tour of Homes Feb. 13 -14

Valentine’s weekend typically means romantic dinners and flowers for most, but for South Walton residents and visitors alike, it signals the highly anticipated annual Valentine Tour of Homes presented by the Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) of Walton County. The tour is known for showcasing stunning interiors, architecturally acclaimed homes and picturesque settings bringing inspiration to tour goers’ winter weekend at the beach. This annual event will open the doors to six gorgeously designed South Walton homes to participants on Saturday,...

Camellia Festival at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 20

The Friends of Eden and Florida State Parks pay tribute to the camellia Saturday, Feb. 20 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Eden Gardens State Park. Visitors are invited to stroll through amazing camellias, enjoy a camellia floral arrangement demonstration, learn air layering, (a camellia propagating technique), and camellia waxing for bloom preservation. Attend a program on camellia care and other plant related topics by Marie Harrison, a Master Gardener and author of numerous gardening books. Living history re-enactors...

South Walton Rotary hosting smoked Boston Butt event in Miramar Beach Feb. 6

The South Walton Rotary Club is hosting a Super Bowl grill out the Saturday before the Superbowl on Feb 6. The event will be held at from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the CVS, Chick Fil A parking lot across from Silver Sands. The official sponsor Jim ‘N Nicks BBQ, will be slow-smoking whole Boston butts, specially ordered and cooked for the event. The Boston Butts will serve 8 people, and are the perfect staple food for your Broncos...

Unconditional Love program provides new beginnings for canines, inmates

Alaqua Animal Refuge is a special place of healing for animals. Since 2007, the no kill refuge has taken in thousands of unwanted, neglected and abandoned animals, all of which are given a second chance in life. Through their efforts, Alaqua finds happy homes for most. At times, circumstances prove challenging, as some dogs arrive at the refuge severely neglected or abused. The psychological damage they incurred causes them to shy away from humans, which in turn makes them less...