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Veterans Day events in Walton County Nov. 11 and 12

Sunday, Nov. 11: Magnolia Cemetery: The annual Veterans Day ceremony will take place on November 11th at 11:11a.m. at Magnolia Cemetery Veteran’s Memorial in DeFuniak Springs. Local veteran’s groups will participate. Free entrance to Florida State Parks: In honor of our nation’s veterans and active military personnel, day-use entry will be free to everyone at Florida’s state parks on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11. Pick your favorite outdoor activity – hiking, bicycling, bird watching or looking for shells on the...

Hometown Christmas craft fair coming to Walton County Fairgrounds Nov. 24

Hand-crafted gifts, food and entertainment in store for all day event The 23rd annual Hometown Christmas, sponsored by the DeFuniak Business and Professional Association, will be held Sat., Nov. 24 – rain or shine, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Walton County Fairgrounds on Hwy. 83N. The annual shopping event brings thousands of holiday shoppers to DeFuniak Springs and features activities for children, food, entertainment and hundreds of unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for every taste. For booth space reservations...

South Walton Fire District hosting Caring and Sharing Angel Tree

Angels will be available Nov. 9 The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) has the honor and privilege of sponsoring the Caring and Sharing “Angel Tree” each holiday season benefiting children from ages 1 month to 12 years who live in Walton County. “Angels” will be available for selection beginning Friday, November 9, 2012 from 9 a.m – 4 p.m. at Station 3/Headquarters, 911 North County Highway 393, Santa Rosa Beach.  This year the Fire District will receive over 300 angel...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

Everyone deserves a second chance, and Jerry is no exception. An extremely gregarious and good-humored dog, Jerry became such a superstar after he arrived at Alaqua Animal Refuge that he was chosen to take part in our Unconditional Love Project. This program pairs rescue dogs with inmates at Bay County Correctional, where prisoners work with a canine companion on socialization and obedience skills over a period of 4-6 weeks. Now that Jerry has completed that training, he is back at...

Set your clock back, change your smoke detector batteries tonight

For 14 years, the South Walton Fire District (SWFD) has participated in the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ campaign “Change your Clock – Change your Battery”, reminding citizens to change the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when they change their clocks on Sunday, November 4, 2012. SWFD is so committed to this belief that the Fire District will install and replace batteries in smoke detectors for South Walton residents who are senior citizens, disabled, or families...

Witches of South Walton ride again Oct. 31

Ride for a good cause, and scare the neighborhood along 30A The Witches of South Walton will be riding their bikes again on Wednesday morning, October 31, 2012. All for a good cause as they scare up the neighborhoods along Scenic Highway 30A. All proceeds from the event will be going to support the Children’s Volunteer Health Network. Where: Meet at Miss Lucille’s. Witches bike to Butler Elementary to hang there awhile to wave to the kids. The witches shove...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

There are so many extra special dogs to choose from in our Alaqua Animal Refuge canine family that it’s always difficult to decide which one to feature next. Our star this week is Mitch, a handsome Labrador Retriever/Beagle mix who was rescued from a local kill shelter after he was picked up as a stray. Still in that charming playful puppy stage, Mitch is full of enthusiasm and intrigued by everyone and everything he meets. His favorite activities are playing...

Fall Home and Garden Expo at Northwest Florida Fairgrounds Sept. 29

View the latest developments in home improvement products and services at the Home and Garden Expo Sept. 29.  The expo includes presentations by the Master Gardeners of Okaloosa County, who will hold workshops on various topics of interest to homeowners and gardeners.  This year the Expo includes a Healthy Living  Showcase, with exhibits by area health and wellness firms. Activities for children — and a sports lounge, sponsored by Cox, so you won’t miss any football action. Advance tickets are be...