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Marathon race to close roads on 30A Mar. 7

3000 runners will be participating in the Seaside School half marathon race along Scenic Hwy. 30A. Help keep the runners safe by observing the following road closures along Scenic Highway 30A: •    The eastbound lane of 30-A will be closed from 6:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. from Seaside to Highway 393 at Gulf Place. •    Both lanes of Highway 30-A will be closed from Western Lake Dr. at Watercolor to Dogwood Street in Old Seagrove from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00...

Florida State Parks announces Two for Tuesday deals

Stay at a Topsail Hill State Preserve cabin or bungalow and get into Camp Helen and Eden Gardens State Parks free TALLAHASSEE –The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Florida State Parks began a new promotion Mar. 2 to encourage weekday camping. The Two for Tuesday promotions allow visitors to purchase discounted camping packages at three state parks for Tuesday and Wednesday night stays that include admission to select nearby state parks. Packages range from $40 to $270, with savings...

Shamrocks in the Square in Seaside Mar. 17

Dance an Irish jig at the St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Seaside Location: Seaside Amphitheater March 17 – 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Merchants of Seaside invite everyone to all things Irish during their 2nd annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Enjoy the sounds of Irish/Celtic music, and to accompany the live music will be The Drake Irish Dancers of Fort Walton Beach who will be performing a variety of jigs and reels. The school has produced 2 Open Champions...

Road closure on Scenic Highway 30A at Big Redfish Lake

Bridge construction to close road through Mar. 14 Beginning Mar. 1 – 14 (pending weather), motorists in South Walton County should be advised to seek an alternate route when driving on County Road 30A at Big Redfish Lake as construction work will be taking place at the Big Redfish Lake pedestrian bridge. During this two-week period, the closure is in effect from 7a.m. – 7 p.m (Monday thru Saturday). All vehicle and pedestrian traffic will not be permitted during that time....

Storm spotter class offered Mar. 11

Learn about climatic conditions at free class in DeFuniak Springs The National Weather Service depends on the public to report instances of damage stemming from Mother Nature’s fury.  The information supplied by residents will often help meteorologists’ determine whether the damage, or destruction was caused by a tornado, or downburst of wind. On Mar. 11  at 7:00 p.m., a forecaster from the National Weather Service Office in Tallahassee, Florida will be in DeFuniak Springs to conduct a Storm Spotter class. ...

Green Thumb Garden club hosts South Walton landscape competition

Residential and commercial gardens encouraged to enter The Green Thumb Garden Club of Santa Rosa Beach will be hosting The American Pride Landscape Competition” for residential and commercial gardens, starting Mar. 26 – Apr. 26. Each year, the club encourages people to enhance their surroundings, and also recognizes those who have put the time and effort into beautifying their homes and businesses.  No garden is too small or too big to be included.  The club’s competition includes patios, sun decks,...

Sunset on Camp Creek Lake

Water color sunset on coastal dune lake Local resident, Jamie Conley snapped this beautiful sunset Feb. 22. “With the storm last night clearing everything out and the combination of warmer air and cool water conditions were perfect for a sunset over the lakes that was just breath taking” Jamie said. Thanks for sharing Jamie!...

Seagrove Garden Club meets at Eden Gardens State Park Mar. 10

Master Naturalist Snookie Parrish will present ‘Landscaping for Florida Friendly Yards’ Snookie Parrish is no stranger in South Walton.  She has helped to design and maintain the landscape of two major developments in the area as well as many private homes.  She has a profound respect for Mother Nature and is always willing to share her knowledge. For the club’s meeting Snookie’s presentation is entitled ‘Landscaping for Florida Friendly Yards.’ The meeting and lunch will be held at Eden Garden State Park...