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CHELCO Annual Chicken Barbecue set for Nov. 19 in DeFuniak Springs

Pre-ordered dinner to benefit CHELCO for Children program The holiday season will be here before we know it, and it’s time to think about children in the community who may not have a merry Christmas. For many years, employees at Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative (CHELCO) have worked together through the CHELCO for Children program to ensure Christmas presents for some of the area’s less fortunate children. The annual employee chicken barbecue dinner is the main fundraiser for CHELCO for Children. This...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

Friendly calico a gentle gal This fabulous face belongs to Ria, a big beautiful three year old calico cat who is a recent arrival at Alaqua Animal Refuge.  She keeps her white, black and orange coat impeccably groomed, and has a charming feline smile that is simply irresistible.  Sadly, Ria’s human mom had to leave her behind when a military transfer sent her overseas to Japan.  Ria is now hoping for a new special someone and a forever home.  She...

New veterans memorial dedicated in Freeport

Town Planters erect beautiful tribute to America’s Armed Forces The Freeport Town Planters Society in conjunction with The City of Freeport dedicated a veterans memorial adjacent to the city hall on Nov. 11. Hundreds of spectators gathered for the presentation of a towering obelisk memorial topped with a bronze eagle in flight. The inscription reads “With gratitude and Honor to All Who Have Served That Freedom May Soar on Eagles Wings.” Surrounding the obelisk are smaller memorials representing each branch...

South Walton Fire District hosting Angel Tree Nov. 19 – Dec. 15

Be an angel and help make a child’s Christmas bright The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) has the honor and privilege of hosting the Caring and Sharing of North Walton “Angel Tree” each year during the holiday season benefiting children from ages 1 month to 12 years who live in Walton County. “Angels” will be available for you to select beginning Friday, Nov. 19, 2010 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Station 3/Headquarters, 911 North CR 393, Santa Rosa...

United Way kicks off Coats For Kids Drive

Donate a new or gently used coat and help keep a child warm this winter The United Way of Okaloosa-Walton Counties, in partnership with A & A Transfer & Storage and Bangkok Cleaners, are hosting their annual coat drive…Coats for Kids at Christmas to help children in need in Okaloosa and Walton Counties. Thanks to the support of local banks and businesses, last year over 1,650 coats were cleaned and distributed to many families throughout the community and schools. Help...

Freeport Veterans Memorial dedication Nov. 11

New memorial to honor our Armed Forces The Freeport Town Planters Society in conjunction with The City of Freeport will honor all Armed Forces veterans with a new memorial at Freeport City Hall on SR20 on Nov. 11. There will be a parade starting at 2 p.m. with the dedication starting at 3 p.m. A committee of volunteers has raised more than $30,000 to date for the memorial.  The central obelisk of the monument will be polished with gray granite...

Gulf Place hosting community yard sale Nov. 13

Enjoy the day finding treasures at Gulf Place amphitheater Gulf Place will be hosting their annual community yard sale. For more information call (850) 267-8458. Vendor opportunities are available.  Contact: gulfplaceeventscoord@gmail.com. There will be merchants and individuals selling eclectic items such as boutique clothing, art, designer cosmetics, shoes, watches, books, and all the diverse treasures that a community yard sale bestows at bargain prices. Gulf Place is located on the corner of CR393 and Scenic Hwy. 30A, Santa Rosa Beach....

Community Walton hosting fundraiser for 211 service Nov. 20

Event to raise funds to implement 211 service in Walton County Community Walton is hosting a fundraiser to bring 211, an information and referral service to Walton County.  The event will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Miramar Beach on Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. In addition to a fun catwalk with local male celebrities, there will be auction items such as Super Bowl tickets in Dallas, A Trip for Two to Tuscany, Italy for Seven Days, Top...