Halloween Extravaganza NB Social
All Day Halloween Party at North Beach Social October 30 North Beach Social is having a huge Halloween party on October 31, 2021! During the Halloween Extravaganza, you can bring your little monsters from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. for all the treats and tricks! Plus, there will be music by the Wildlife Special3 and a costume contest. For the adults, it’s Trick or Tequila from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Dance to jams by DJ 30A and wear your most extravagant costume for the costume contest. Grand prize winner takes home
Sign Up Stand Out; New WCSO Program Aims To Help First Responders Find Homes Quicker In An Emergency
WALTON COUNTY, Fla— A new program created by Walton County Sheriff’s Office is hoping to motivate residents to take a hard look at their homes addressing. When seconds can save a life, first responders responding to an emergency want to find the location quickly. If a home or residential address isn’t clearly visible, response times can slip away and put lives in danger. Now, WCSO is initiating a program that can assist residents in providing clear home addressing. The newly launched “Sign Up, Stand
Walton County Officials Share Project Updates at Community Meeting
Trey Nick, District 4 representative and Chairman of the Walton County Board of County Commissioners held a community meeting at the South Walton Courthouse Annex on Sept. 29 where a variety of topics were discussed, such as project funding, ongoing, and conceptual projects related to Miramar Beach and the area west of Sandestin.During the meeting, which was attended by more than two dozen residents, county staff provided an overview of project funding, ranging from the county’s capital improvement budget
Christmas is coming to ECCAC …It’s Adopt-a-Family time
It’s time to start planning for this year’s Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) Adopt-a-Family program to help children and their families in need over the upcoming holiday season. There will be many families in our area in economic distress, especially this year. Who couldn’t use a boost of Christmas spirit? ECCAC is seeking donors who will purchase gifts for individual families. It is important that all gifts are new and unwrapped. Gift certificates are great for teens and Christmas
Progress Bank Adds Fourth Florida Office in Panama City
Progress Bank has received regulatory approval to open a full-service office in Panama City, Florida. Located in Bay County, this will be the Bank’s 13th office, and the fourth in Florida. President and CEO, David Nast said, “With our rapid growth in the Florida Panhandle, the expansion of our services to Panama City was the next logical step for the Bank. I am confident Dewayne’s team will continue to provide outstanding service to the residents of Panama City.” Dewayne Youngblood, Okaloosa & Walton
Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Regional Premier Of ‘Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type’
Theatre For the Very Young (ages 6 months to 5 years) Runs Oct. 15-24 Miramar Beach, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2021) — Got theatre? Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents its first Theatre for the Very Young offering of the 2021-2022 season with “Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type” Oct. 15-24. In this story designed for ages 6 months to 5 years, the animals on the farm have had enough! They work all day to provide milk and eggs, but when their request for electric blankets to warm the drafty barn is
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LandrumHR Appoints Ildi Hosman as Director of Public Relations & Internal Communications
PENSACOLA, Fla. – Oct. 6, 2021 – LandrumHR is excited to announce that Ildi Hosman has joined our team as the Director of Public Relations & Internal Communications.Hosman has extensive experience making positive impacts within the local community and most recently served as President for Junior Achievement of Northwest Florida, an organization LandrumHR has supported for numerous years. She previously held several other marketing, public affairs, and education leadership roles with area organizations. Her
Last Call Restaurant Group to Host a Job Fair October 18
LCRG will be hosting a job fair for all open positions at Pescado, Shades and Shaka on Monday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Prospective candidates must bring a copy of their resume with them. If you are not able to make this event, but would like to still apply, please send an email with a resume attached to hollywright@thelcrg.com. Full and part time positions are available. Job Fair Location: Pescado, 74 Town Hall Rd, Rosemary Beach, FL, 32461. Positions to be filled:FOH Management Maitre
Kona Ice Best Frozen Desert Treat on the Emerald Coast 2021 Best of the Emerald Coast
Kona Ice is proud to be recognized as the Best Frozen Treat on the Emerald Coast by 2021 Best of the Emerald Coast. We can do fundraising, festivals, schools, athletic events, corporate events, resort and park amenity, & so much more!
Supporting the Troops is Sweet! Local dentistry practice partners with Operation Gratitude through c
Supporting the Troops is Sweet!Local dentistry practice partners with Operation Gratitude through candy donations Santa Rosa Beach, FLA. October 1, 2021 – You might “snicker” when you hear that a dentist is asking for candy, but Cook Family Dentistry has great “reeses” why. Dr. Cassidy Cook and the team at Cook Family Dentistry of Santa Rosa Beach are continuing their annual Halloween tradition of encouraging local kids to donate some of their candy for a good cause. The candy will be sent to troops
Volunteers Needed for The Baytowne Beer Fest - Saturday, October 9th
Volunteers Needed. The Village of Baytowne Wharf is in need of Volunteers for The Baytowne Beer Fest on Saturday, October 9th. Volunteers will pour beer from 1pm-6:30pm. Volunteers will get to take home at least a 4 pack of beer & will receive a volunteer t shirt. Volunteers will also receive a ticket to Friday Night's local beer & food event, Beer From Around Here. Proceeds from the event go to supporting Fisher House of The Emerald Coast’s mission. Fisher House on The Emerald Coast is located on Eglin Air
25th Anniversary South Walton Celebrity Golf Classic
THURSDAY, November 4thWelcome Reception / Pairings Party 5:30 on pool deck weather permitting Back up Coral Ballroom Heavy hors d'oeuvres Hosted cocktails Fireworks on the beach 8pm Sharp! Celebrating 25 yearsFRIDAY, November 5TH The Raven & Baytowne Golf Courses Sandestin, FloridaOn-course Registration/Breakfast Buffet 8:30 a.m. Sponsored By: Donut Hole Shotgun Start 10:00 a.m. On-course Beverages Sponsored By:Buffalo Rock and Yuengling Celebrity Gala & Auction 6:00 - 10:00 p.mHilton Emerald
WCSO Lieutenant and WCFR Chief Receive United Way Emerald Coast 40 Under 40 Honors
WALTON COUNTY, Fla— Two Walton County Sheriff’s Office employees are selected for the inaugural United Way Emerald Coast Emergency Leaders 40 under 40 class of 2021. On Thursday, September 9, 2021, Lieutenant Khaliqa Wheatley and Chief Jeremy Radney were selected for the recognition, which aims to highlight Okaloosa and Walton counties’ top young leaders who excel in the areas of leadership, community involvement, and professional accomplishment. Recipients of the inaugural 40 Under 40 award honor were
Register Today: Complimentary Economic Development Luncheon in Walton County
Please join the Florida Chamber of Commerce, the Bay County Chamber of Commerce, the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce, the Destin Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce, the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, and the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce for a complimentary Economic Development Luncheon on October 20th at the WaterColor
ECCAC monthly focus on prevention programs October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month
Niceville & DeFuniak Springs, FL (September 29, 2021)…The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) will be recognizing National Domestic Violence Awareness throughout the month of October. Domestic violence is abuse that happens between people that live in the same household. It encompasses a number of different abuses such as physical abuse, sexual abuse and emotional abuse. Domestic violence can happen between family members in a household, but the most commonly reported domestic violence is
Red Tide Present In The Gulf Health Alert to Include Miramar Beach and Inlet Beach Areas
RED TIDE PRESENT IN THE GULF Health Alert to Include Miramar Beach and Inlet Beach Areas Walton County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Walton County (DOH-Walton) is notifying the public of a red tide bloom near Inlet Beach and Miramar Beach. Santa Rosa Beach area has tested with low levels of red tide. Some people may have mild and short-lived respiratory symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation similar to cold symptoms. Some individuals with breathing problems such as asthma might
Child Safety Matters expands to include Athlete Safety Matters
Niceville, FL (September 24, 2021)…The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) has had their Child Safety Matters prevention programs in place for the past several years. They have gone into Okaloosa and Walton County schools and reached around 37,000 K through 12 students each year in 66 different schools during this time. The nation has recently witnessed the sexual abuse testimonies of several young female Olympians before Congress about how long it took to hold accountable the now
Psycho: Film in Concert featuring Sinfonia Gulf Coast
WHO: Sinfonia Gulf Coast WHAT: Psycho: Film in Concert featuring Sinfonia Gulf Coast WHEN: Saturday, October 23, 2021 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village 4323 Commons Drive Destin, FL 32541 TICKETS: $20 General Admission | $45 VIP Table Seating Tickets available for purchase here: https://bit.ly/SGCseason16 DESCRIPTION: Feel the suspense as Sinfonia Gulf Coast plays Bernard Hermann’s spine-tingling score to Hitchcock’s classic thriller
Timberview Helicopters to Raise Money for Food for Thought Outreach
Timberview Helicopters to Raise Money for Food for Thought Outreach On October 9, 2021 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m., Timberview Helicopters will be giving 100% of sales to Food for Thought Outreach. These flights can only be booked by calling, not online. Call (850) 774-0991 to reserve. There are two options for flights - The Coastal Tour at $59 a person and the Jaws Run for $109 a person. Flights are limited, so if you want to support Food for Thought, call right away. This is a fun way to give back while
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club Holds Hiring Event in preparation for Grand Re-Opening
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club Holds Hiring Event in preparation for Grand Re-OpeningClub expanding team to proudly unveil results of multi-million-dollar renovation WHO: Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club WHAT: Hiring Event WHEN: September 20 - October 31, 2021 *Ongoing by Appointment Only* WHERE: Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club 334 Golf Club Drive Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 APPLY
ECCAC announces new Director of Development and Marketing
ECCAC announces new Director of Development and Marketing Niceville, FL (September 20, 2021)…The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) officially announced that Christen Cowgill will be joining their team in October as the non-profit’s Director of Development and Marketing. In this executive role, she will be leading the development and marketing efforts of ECCAC’s Centers in Okaloosa and Walton Counties. Cowgill has an extensive background working with people and events, most recently
Thursday, October 28th Spooktacular Nights “This is Halloween” Performance: Sinfonia
Sinfonia Youth Orchestra presents, “This is Halloween” at 6:00 pm on the Main Stage at HarborWalk Village!
Friday, October 29th Spooktacular Nights Boos & Booze Bingo: Pub Crawl & Concert
Make a donation to Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and receive a Bingo Card featuring Shocking Drink Specials! Complete your Bingo Card for a chance to win Spooktacular Door Prizes. Boos & Booze Bingo | 6:30pm Tyler Livingston & The Absolutes | 7:00-9:00pm Spooktacular Door Prize Drawings | 9:30pm Adult Costume Contest at Coyote Ugly | 10:00pm
Saturday, October 30th Spooktacular Nights Spook Street: Trick-or-Treating
Join us for Trick-or-Treating along the Destin Harbor and a Family Costume Contest on the Main Stage at 6:00pm! **Registration starts at 5:00pm for Costume Contest. Trick-or-Treating & Family Costume Contest | 6:00pm DJ Doc Roc | 7:00pm Fireworks & Fire Spinning | 9:00pm
Final voting period for the 2022 Perfect in South Walton Awards
Hello Visit South Walton Partners! We're excited to announce that the final voting period for the 2022 Perfect in South Walton Awards will open on Monday, September 27. Votes will be accepted only through the online form at perfectinsouthwalton.com and closes Friday, October 22. Please see below for more information. Remember, every vote counts!Vote for Your Favorites in the 2022 Perfect in South Walton Awards! WALTON COUNTY, Fla. – September 22, 2021– It’s time to vote for the finalists in the 2022
Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach Welcomes New Curator, Scad’s John Colette
DIGITAL GRAFFITI AT ALYS BEACH WELCOMES NEW CURATOR, SCAD’S JOHN COLETTEThe 15th annual international projection art festival in Alys Beach, FL (ALYS BEACH, FL)— Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of John Colette as the festival’s new curator. Colette, who is also a professor of motion media design at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), has participated in the festival since 2014 both as an artist and as the conduit for the SCAD student exhibitions, notably
Emerald Coast Theatre Company Launches Storyteller Series with ‘Shirley Valentine’
EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY LAUNCHES STORYTELLER SERIES WITH ‘SHIRLEY VALENTINE’ Local actress Shirley Simpson stars in her one-woman play, ‘Shirley Valentine,’ Oct. 5 Miramar Beach, Fla. (Sept. 21, 2021) — Some of the earliest evidence of stories date as far back as 30,000 years ago to cave drawings that depict animals, humans, and other objects. The point is, we, humans love stories. Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) launches its 2021-2022 StoryTeller series with four original plays by local
South Walton Fire District kicks off fall with back-to-back public education campaigns
South Walton Fire District kicks off fall with back-to- back public education campaigns SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. – From bright red lights to the “Sounds of Fire Safety,” South Walton Fire District is welcoming the fall season with two public education campaigns: Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters followed by Fire Prevention Week. South Walton Fire District Station 3 will be one of millions of buildings across the United States illuminated with red lights to pay tribute to fallen firefighters. This
Attention All BIA Members: 2022 Board of Directors Nomination Form
Attention All BIA Members: 2022 Board of Directors Nomination Form The Board of Directors for the Building Industry Association of Okaloosa-Walton Counties, Inc. is accepting nominations for Builder & Associate members to become a part of the 2022 BIA Board of Directors. Please forward any nominations to Alan Baggett at abaggett@biaow.org or fax to 850-864-2037. Serving on the Board of Directors for The Building Industry Association of Okaloosa-Walton Counties, Inc. is an important leadership role and
Food For Thought - Sponsor a School
We are looking for organizations, businesses or families to sponsor one of 34 schools within Okaloosa & Walton Counties! Each sponsorship lasts the full school year and will help provide weekly food to students, as well as snacks provided to teachers to hand out for students in need of immediate help. Please contact us with any questions you may, have and visit our website for our full list of schools that we serve!Food For Thought is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization in Florida, serving Walton and
North Beach Social Open For Breakfast Saturdays & Sundays 8am-11am
North Beach Social Opens for BreakfastStart your weekend mornings with a Bloody Mary in hand and your toes in the sand; North Beach Social now serves breakfast! Served from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday, offerings include a selection of Chef Jim Shirley's favorite breakfast items such as a Classic Breakfast, Steak and Eggs Skillet, French Toast, Breakfast Tacos, and more. Menu and more at NorthBeach.Social. About North Beach Social: North Beach Social is a beach restaurant and bar
The Market Shops Sixth Annual Bloody Mary Festival Set for October 23, 2021
Contact: Proffitt PR Jessica Proffitt BrackenJessica@proffittpr.com (850) 460-7777The Market Shops Sixth Annual Bloody Mary Festival Set for October 23, 2021Proceeds to benefit Habitat for Humanity - Walton County MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (August 3, 2021) – On Saturday, October 23, The Market Shops will host its Sixth Annual Bloody Mary Festival benefiting Habitat for Humanity - Walton County. The annual event, powered by Step One Automotive Group, will feature unlimited tastes of South Walton’s most
