SoWal Stories


Local Catch Bar & Grill Celebrates 10 Years Serving Locals & Visitors

March 29, 2021
Local Catch Bar & Grill, located in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach, ce

Food For Thought Champions the Fight Against Growing Food Insecurity

March 29, 2021
In a year that should have been about celebrating ten years of service to the community,

Scenic Highway 30A Designated as National Scenic Byway

March 17, 2021
Our little road on the SoWal Coast along the world's most beautiful beaches has gained...

South Walton Adventures on the Water

February 22, 2021
People flock to South Walton from all over the world to enjoy the most beautiful beaches...

Chef Jim Shirley Honored as 16th Van Ness Butler Jr. Award Winner

February 18, 2021
In 2020, Chef Jim Shirley received two honors, the first was becoming the

Please Support Our Local Arts Community by Joining CAA

October 26, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic is having a devastating impact on America's arts sector. Since...

Help Sea Turtles Survive: Tips On Helping Hatchlings

September 3, 2020
Sea turtle hatchlings are beginning to appear on beaches throughout the Sunshine State,...

The Red Bar Rebuild Updates & Photos

August 15, 2020
The new Red Bar opened on July 15, 2020 for lunch 11-3 and dinner 4:30-10!

Bienvenue en The Courtyard at Pescado

August 10, 2020
The Courtyard at Pescado, located in Rosemary Beach town center

Vintage SoWal - Seagrove 4th of July 1979

July 4, 2020
This photo is from July 4th 1979 at the start of the annual parade with ten Jeeps decked...

Make a Difference SoWal - Create Wildlife Habitat in Your Backyard!

July 3, 2020
All South Walton backyards can be a gathering place for birds, butterflie

Help Sea Turtles by Keeping SoWal Beaches Clean & Dark

June 17, 2020
South Walton beaches are a go-to destination for summer fun and for sea turtles.

Make an Artsy Scavenger Hunt at Rosemary Beach's Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

June 15, 2020
Stop by the Rosemary Beach Town Administratio

Local Catch a Favorite SoWal Mainstay

May 30, 2020
Blue Mountain Beach is home t

SoWal Style - Old Florida Cottage in Grayton Beach

May 4, 2020
There is a lot of history in Grayton Beach.

Sundog Books Is A Seaside Original

May 1, 2020
Originally Pulished May 26, 2016

Point Washington Medical Clinic Freely Serves the Community

April 23, 2020
A doctor’s “bedside manner” will not usually appear on their resume, but

Down, Set, Hike: SoWal Football Hotspots

March 27, 2020
While we may not call it America’s Pastime, a legion of frenetic fans get silly-excited...

Beachy Brunch Spots in SoWal

March 27, 2020
South Walton sunsets rival any worldwide, as do the spectacular sunrises.

Lettuce Surprise You With Favorite SoWal Salads

March 27, 2020
It's the beach and in SoWal the livin' is easy.

Tis the Season to Shop Local in South Walton

March 27, 2020
The best gifts are found at the beach!

Finding a Fine Cup of Coffee on the Coast

March 27, 2020
Coffee shops in SoWal are the perfect places to perk up, grab a bite, do work, or just...

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