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Walton county fishing report for Nov. 28

Fishing is good! Choctawhatchee Bay area:  Trout and redfish bite still on with light colored Gulp shrimp, 1/4 oz. jig heads, and tiny flukes. River: Crappie bite is on. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.:...

Professional angler speaks at newly founded senior fishing club in DeFuniak Springs

It’s not often a big fish is landed at the Life Enrichment Senior Center.  Last week one of the top 12 lady professional bass fishing anglers in the Women’s Bass Fishing Association was netted by the LESC Fishing Club to share her experiences of a lifetime in the world of hunting and fishing.  Retired from the Eglin Federal Credit union in 2003, Carolyn Poole began competing in bass tournaments the following year by fishing the Docie Memorial Bass Tournament in...

Festival of Trees in DeFuniak Springs Dec. 5 – 7

Enjoy a spectacular display of trees and wreaths decorated for your Christmas pleasure in the historic Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood on Circle Drive.  Light refreshments served. Local business and organization sponsors make this event possible through their participation. Dec. 5, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Dec. 6, 8 a.m. – 9.p.m.; Dec. 7, 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Free admission.  Donations accepted to help fund an elevator in this historic building.  Sponsored by Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood Foundation, Inc.  (850)...

DeFuniak Springs Christmas parade Dec. 13

Folks from around DeFuniak Springs will be lining up along Circle Drive to enjoy the annual DeFuniak Springs Christmas Parade on Dec. 13, 2014. The parade is open to everyone who wishes to participate. Individuals, churches, businesses and clubs are welcome. There is no registration fee, however, donations are accepted. Registration is required and pre-registration is highly recommended. Late entries may also register on the day of the parade at the intersection of Park Avenue and Hubbard. Entrants are encouraged...