Chandler Williams, a renowned local photographer and South Walton Artist of the Year, has recently returned from a transformative journey to Kenya, where he dedicated his talents to support two impactful nonprofit organizations: Holding Hands Africa and Tsavo Trust.
For photographer Chandler Williams, travel has always been more than a...
The Walton County Tourism Department will accept applications for the 2025 Artist of the Year Award beginning Thursday, May 1. Currently in its 23nd year, this accolade aims to honor a local artist of Walton County whose unique artistic expression captures the essence of the region's renowned creativity and...
By Kelly-Murphy Redd
John Wambough says courage and love of country was the glue and inspiration that kept the F-105 fighter jet pilots climbing high in the sky at record speeds over North Vietnam. Retired Colonel John H. Wambough remembers the heroic past of his pilot friends who daily went...
By Guery Clendening
It is spring! The flowers are blooming and Azalias have been beautiful this year. I love this season. To me, spring speaks of new beginnings. When I lived in Illinois, the winters could be harsh at times. I remember one winter looking out my office window at...
By Heather Bennett Eye
Emerald & Forgotten Coast Adventures (E&FCA) is an educational 501© (3) whose mission is to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. They utilize our unique coastal ecosystem as a living classroom to engage kids in hands-on interactive programs. Through exploring the wonders of marine science...
Free Federal Income Tax Preparation Available in South Walton County
(Santa Rosa Beach, FL, January 13, 2025). Free federal income tax preparation is currently offered in South Walton County for low- to middle-income families and individuals, with special attention paid to senior citizens. Tax Preparation service will be available from...
By Heather Bennett Eye
We’ve all been affected by cancer. Cancer has touched us whether it’s a dear friend, a loved one, or a personal diagnosis. Michele Bailey, founder of Bailey Brigade, and her family were affected in a big way when her husband Scott, a father of three, passed...
The Walton County Tourism Department unveiled the winners of the 2025 Perfect in Walton County Awards during a celebration at the Hotel Effie Sandestin on Thursday, Jan. 30. Now in its 11th year, this annual tradition invites residents and visitors to nominate and vote for their favorite tourism-related businesses,...
By Heather Bennett Eye
Over the week of November 18, 2024 – November 22, 2024, the Knights of Columbus Council 17689, affiliated with Saint Rita Catholic Church, provided over 400 area families with much-needed coasts for children in Walton County. In conjunction with Caring and Sharing of South Walton, the...
By Kenneth Books
The Ground Up Project, an organization designed to find homes for adults who have autism, plans a unique event next month to raise funds to further that goal. And it promises to be a “wacky” and “crazy” time.
“This is our inaugural marquee event,” said spokesperson Lisa Pitell....
