SoWal Stories


Local Garrett Horn Shares "Postcards of Seagrove"

September 30, 2016
Garrett Horn’s new book, Postcards of Seagrove, is a trip down memory lane.

Love & Loyalty For Local Catch

September 12, 2016
Seasons pass and visitors ebb and flow, but one thing is a cons

Swim Safely Under South Walton Beach Flags

September 4, 2016
A trip to the beach should be fun and care free.

Big Plans For Deer Lake State Park

June 22, 2016
State park personnel were in Walton County on June 7 to hear from the public about a 10-...

Gulf Front Rooftop Breakfast at Bud & Alley's

June 13, 2016
Bud & Alley's owner Dave Rauschkolb never skimps on research.

Roads Less Traveled In South Walton

January 25, 2016
South Walton is beautiful in ways that challenge the imagination.

Miramar Beach is The Best of Both Worlds

January 5, 2016
In our area, we are fortunate to have two premier beach destinations that merge almost...

"You're So SoWal If..." Presenting Our 2015 Winners

November 3, 2015
The judging is complete and the official results are in for our 2015 "You're So SoWal if...

Chanticleer Eatery Soars Ahead

October 26, 2015
Sandro and Emily Wever are the husband and wife dream team behind

Seagrove Village Market Closing After 60+ Years

October 24, 2015
Get your grouper sandwich fix now, while you still can.

Seaside Post Office Celebrates 30 Years

October 19, 2015
The Seaside Post Office has a lot of fans.

Local Catch Bar & Grill Is A SoWal Favorite

October 1, 2015
It’s shoulder season in SoWal and our friends at

Luxury Along South Walton Beaches Redefined

September 17, 2015
Gentle waves lapping at our white sand shores shape the coastline bringing a subtle...

Fall Eco Adventures in Walton County

August 23, 2015
The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance<

SoWal People: Amy Walsh's Vision is Fore Her

August 14, 2015
When Amy Walsh gave birth to her first child, she knew her mother was dying from bone...

South Walton's First Artificial Reefs Installed at Grayton Beach State Park

July 10, 2015
Thanks to the hard work of a dedicated group of locals, South Walton has added an entire...

Discover Roads Less Traveled: Summer Eco Adventures in Walton County

June 25, 2015
The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance<

Rescued Loggerhead Sea Turtle Returns to the Gulf

June 24, 2015
The Gulf World Marine Institute stranding team recently released a fully rehabilitated...

Made in SoWal: Fusion Art Glass

June 24, 2015
Everyone likes to take a walk on the beach, but some of us have a real need to walk on t

Restaurant Paradis is a Rare Find in SoWal

May 27, 2015
Restaurant Paradis is a rare find, w

Homestyle Italian You Know and Love at Angelina's

May 19, 2015
There are a many reasons why Angel

Inside the Studio with Justin Gaffrey Chapter One

May 1, 2015
“This is my favorite part, hear the bass thumping?

Biking Point Washington State Forest

March 30, 2015
Let’s face it…there’s lots to do in South Walton.

Get Outside for Spring Eco-Adventures in South Walton

February 1, 2015
The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA) is bringing in the New Year with a fresh calendar...

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