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South Walton Fire District urges safety with fireworks this weekend

Nothing says “Happy Birthday, America” like a night sky full of colorful fireworks, but there are some things you should know before you take a trip to a local fireworks store Under Florida law, only novelty-type fireworks are legal for consumer usage, and anything that flies in the air or explodes is illegal. The law does allow consumers to purchase fireworks for agricultural purposes, such as frightening birds from farms and fish hatcheries, but purchasers must have a permit to...

Seaside serves up hot tunes under the stars every Wednesday

Celebrate the summer with great live music The Seaside Summer Concert Series every Wednesday hosts popular acts from across the southeast, and beyond, in the Seaside Amphitheater. Many of the artists featured this summer have never performed in Seaside or anywhere along the Florida Gulf Coast, so don’t miss your chance to experience these amazing musicians. Below are the bands scheduled to perform in Seaside during the month of July. The concerts will be held at the Seaside Amphitheater 7...

Walton County celebrates Independence Day July 3 and 4

Tons of fun this Independence Day weekend with events on Saturday and Sunday all over Walton County! Freeport fun day and parade July 3 The Freeport Planters Association is hosting an Independence Day fun day and parade. Starting at 3 p.m., the fun will begin at the Freeport City pool with swimming, inflatables, rock wall along with hot dogs, chips and drinks for the entire family. The cost for lunch is $3.00 with proceeds going to the veteran’s memorial fund. ...

Wildlife Refuge Presents Owls and other Critters at Topsail June 26

Learn about the fascinating critters that live in our area Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A, Santa Rosa Beach June 26 at 11:30 a.m. Come and join the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge as they present their rehabilitated wildlife for your viewing pleasure.  Learn about the fascinating critters that are right here in the park and in Okaloosa and Walton County as they teach you what they eat, where they live and how they survive in the...

Governor Crist Announces free fishing weekend in honor of Father’s Day

Fish statewide for saltwater species without a license on Father’s Day weekend, June 19-20 Governor Charlie Crist announced another free fishing weekend to encourage people, especially dads and their kids, to get out and catch saltwater fish along Florida’s beautiful coastlines. The announcement follows a briefing on the Deepwater Horizon oil spill’s impact to Florida waters with the President in Pensacola.  All Florida residents and visitors are invited to fish statewide for saltwater species without a license during the upcoming Father’s...