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South Walton Fire District urges businesses to comply with Aldridge-Benge Fire Fighter Safety Act

Required sign compliance provides potential life saving environment for firefighters The Aldridge-Benge Firefighter Safety Act, which was unanimously passed by both the Florida House and Senate and became state law in late 2010, has not completely been adopted by all area businesses meeting this criteria. Florida Statute 633.027, requires the owners of commercial, industrial, and multi-unit residential buildings (three or more units) in Florida to be marked with an emblem to warn firefighters of the use of lightweight floor and...

Jump Into fall with September outdoor events in Seaside

Lineup includes Labor Day weekend fun and college football games   Seaside is the spot for special events all year long and during the month of September, the fun continues with events for the entire family, especially the sports fanatic. Join Seaside for a Labor Day Weekend celebration complete with outdoor movies, a farmers market and special concert, plus a new event featuring major college football games on the big screen. These free, family-friendly events all occur in the Seaside...

YOLO Board announces winners of the YOLO Board Stand Up Paddle Series

Overall winners and final race winners announced for the August 14th event of the four-part community stand up paddle board race series YOLO Board announces overall series winners and top finishers from the fourth and final race of the 2011 YOLO Board Stand Up Paddle Series at the WaterColor BoatHouse on Western Lake.  Presented by Destin Real Estate Company, the four-part series of races featured relay-style competition by four member teams in the Beginning Level and three member teams in...

Learn about sea turtles at Topsail Aug. 18

Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A Time: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Topsail Hill Preserve State Park will be having a presentation on sea turtles. It is a very special time of year for our sea turtles and a walk along the beach may lead you to a discovery of new life. Sea turtles are busy digging, flipping up sand and laying eggs along the beaches of Florida. Learn some fun facts...

Enjoy an evening of stargazing at Topsail Aug. 25

Enjoy the wonders of the night sky Are you curious about the night sky?  Have you ever looked up above through the lens of a telescope?  If you’re ready for a night of exploration and fun come out and join the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association as they share their knowledge about the wonders of the universe.  Park at the Day-Use area and look for all the telescopes. All programs except Breakfast with a Ranger require a $6.00 entry admission per...

Be mindful at the beach, sea turtles are hatching

Remember, beach goers are guests in wildlife’s natural environment It is sea turtle nesting season in South Walton along our beaches. As of Aug. 5, 2011, 36 sea turtle nests have been laid this season, and more are are expected. There are also hundreds of baby turtles hatching in the evening hours along our beaches. If you see a sea turtle, it is important to stay out of its way. Do not put your hands on or near the turtle....