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Art in the Park at WaterColor March 21

On Saturday, March 21, 2015, the WaterColor Community Association will be hosting their 10th Annual Art in the Park from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in WaterColor’s Cerulean Park and Town Center.  This free event is open to WaterColor residents, guests and the public. The following art mediums will be featured: oil, acrylic, watercolor paintings, charcoal, chalk, pastels, pencil Drawings, photography, printmaking, digital art, glass art, jewelry, fabric art, pottery, wood, and more. There is also live music and food...

Haz-mat collection day in north and south Walton Mar. 7

Haz-mat collection day in both north and south Walton on Saturday, Mar. 7, from 8 a.m. – 12 Noon. Pesticides – Used Oil – Stale Gasoline – Solvents – Fertilizers – Paint – Paint Thinners – Paint  Strippers – Batteries – Furniture Polish – Brake Fluid – Engine Degreasers – Anti-Freeze – Pool Chemicals – Insecticides – Spot Removers Waste tire amnesty will also be held on the same date, during the same hours and locations.  Walton county residents may...

School bell on display at Freeport City Hall has long history

By Freeport historian Beckie Buxton Have you ever noticed the old school bell displayed in front of Freeport’s City Hall? If you are new to the Freeport area, perhaps you have wondered whey it is so prominently displayed. Those who attended the old Freeport School, circa 1908-1942 will recognize it as the bell that was once mounted in front of the old two-story wooden school building. The school housed grades one through ten and stood where the Freeport Middle School...

Local community group hosts forum on incorporating South Walton Feb. 26

The Incorporation of South Walton – is now the time? On February 26th the South Walton Community Council (SWCC) will present Director of Membership Lynn Tipton, Florida League of Cities to speak and answer questions about incorporating South Walton as a city. Two sessions will be held at the Seaside Repertory Theater, located in Seaside Florida, at 216 Quincy Circle. One session will be at 4 p.m., the other at 7 p.m. As residents express their frustration with land use...

Free trees for kids on Saturday March 7

Time: 10 a.m. In observance of National Arbor Day, free trees will be given away to children and their families through the generosity of Florida Forest Service of Walton County and the National Arbor Day Foundation. The event is co-sponsored by Northwest Florida State College, CBA (Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance), Friends of the Native Plant Demonstration Garden, Walton County Master Gardeners and AmeriCorps. The event will be held at Northwest Florida State College, South Walton Center in the Native Plant Demonstration...

Taste of Home Cooking School coming to DeFuniak Springs March 3

The Taste of Home Cooking School is returning to DeFuniak Springs for the 21st annual spring show sponsored by WZEP Radio Station. The show will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Walton High School. Culinary specialist Michelle “Red” Roberts will be featured. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with the show at 6:30 p.m. All are encouraged to come early to visit booths hosted by local vendors and register for door prizes. VIP tickets are $45 and general admission...

Evening tour, reception, and fundraising event at Alaqua Animal Refuge Feb. 11

Alaqua Animal Refuge invites you to be our guest on February 11 for an incredible evening celebrating you, animals, and how you can make a difference in their lives. The afternoon begins at 4 p.m. with a special tour of the refuge, filled with lots of animal interactions. At 5 p.m., join us in the horse barn for an appreciation reception. Visit with like-minded people, meet local animal heroes, law enforcement supporters, and our honorary guest Vicky Gaetz – a...