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Seaside Community Yard Sale Oct. 6

Location: Seaside Amphitheater 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Turn those old sweaters, retro furniture, record albums, and books into cash. If you have something to sell, there is no better place to fetch top dollar than at the largest yard sale in South Walton County held in the picturesque, coastal town of Seaside. Featuring vendors sprinkled throughout the Seaside Amphitheater, this semi-annual event has become one of the top attractions of the year with more than 100 vendors, selling a...

South Walton beaches reopen at Noon August 31, 2012

Water still closed to the public At noon, Aug. 31 the sand and accesses along South Walton’s beaches will open to the public. Double red flags will continue to fly due to high surf and rip current conditions.  Double red flags mean the water is closed to the public. The public will be subject to ticketing and fines if the morning closure is disregarded.  Lifeguards will be setting up their towers and returning to the beaches today.  Surf conditions will...

Isaac brings heavy surf, storm surge to South Walton beaches

Heavy surf conditions expected throughout the day Tropical Storm Isaac brings heavy surf conditions along South Walton beaches on Aug 28, 2012. Below is a video of the Blue Mountain access and Ed Walline access in South Walton. Isaac’s storm surge is bringing heavy surf to dunes, sea walls and access stairs. The water is closed to the public. Swells are expected to rise throughout the morning, then start to taper off over the next few days....

Rabies Alert issued for South Walton

Alert issued for south of U.S. Hwy. 98 and east of CR 393 to CR 283 Aug. 16, 2012 – Walton County – Holly Holt, Administrator, Walton County Health Department, has issued a rabies alert for the southern geographical region of Walton County.  This is in response to a fox attack reported on August 16, 2012. All citizens in Walton County should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population and domestic animals are at risk if...

Learn about native snakes at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Aug. 17

Time – 1:30 p.m. Come and join the park for a presentation of native snakes. Learn the differences between venomous and non-venomous snakes and how they help the environment. Park at the Day-Use area off Hwy 30A and take a short hike to the clubhouse. All programs require a $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Outside tours canceled during severe weather. Call 850-267-8330 for more information. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is located at 7525 W. Scenic Highway...

Learn about coastal dune lakes at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Aug. 24

Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A. ::MAP:: Come and join an exciting interpretive on Topsail Hill Preserve State Park’s imperiled coastal dune lakes.  Learn about these important rare freshwater lakes that exist right here in Walton County.  Park at the Day-Use area off of Hwy 30A and take a short hike to the clubhouse. Fees: Program included in the park admission fee of $6.00 per vehicle. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is located at...

Alys Beach 5K Fun Run Sept. 2, 2012

Fun run for all ages! Grab your running shoes, the race to Labor Day weekend is on. On Sunday, Sept. 2, Alys Beach will hold its inaugural Alys Beach 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run. Located along Scenic Highway 30A in Northwest Florida, Alys Beach is a popular location for family beach vacations and holiday getaways and the 2012 Labor Day weekend will be packed with fun for the entire family. “Since health and fitness is such an integral part of...

Walton County Health Department beach water quality report for Aug. 7, 2012

The Walton County Health Department conducts regularly scheduled saltwater beach water quality monitoring at seven sites through the Healthy Beaches Monitoring Program.  The water samples are being analyzed for enteric bacteria (enterococci) that normally inhabit the intestinal tract of humans and animals, which may cause human disease, infections, or rashes.  The presence of enteric bacteria is an indication of fecal pollution, which may come from stormwater runoff, pets and wildlife, and human sewage.  The purpose of the Healthy Beaches Monitoring...