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Juniper Lake Conservancy newsletter
Although it may not look like it, much has transpired since the last JLC update. Your JLC officers and directors have met together twice, had meetings with various local officials, and have been in ongoing communication with representatives of both the...
Sheriffs department hosts public safety education event
The Walton County Sheriff's Office, along with the South Walton Fire District and AirHeart, held a public safety education event Sept. 20 at the Santa Rosa Beach substation. The event was held to teach approximately 20 homeschooled children and...
Everything you want to know about hurricanes and more
Hurricanes might have different names in different parts of the world such as typhoons and tropical cyclones but they are still hurricanes. These and other interesting facts about hurricanes were explained via a hurricane informational teleconference...
Dressed in blues to raise some green
In his dress uniform, United States Marine Corps sergeant Micah Berg smiled when asked about the fundraising effort that will save his shiny black Corvette. "I'm not worried about that," he said. "Dressed like this, I hope 1,000 people will give...
Local community unites for Ukraine orphans
Patricia "Sister" Schubert Barnes met Ukraine missionary Kenny Payne 12 years ago at a Rotary Club meeting in Luverne, Ala. When she heard him speak of his vision for an orphanage for Ukrainian children awaiting adoption, she knew she wanted to help....
Emerald Coast Boys and Girls Club receives grant from Target
After a successful Emerald Coast Boys & Girls Club Day on Sept. 20 at the Okaloosa Island Conference Center, head sponsor Target renewed a grant to put on the event in 2008. "We had a phenomenal number this year of more than 2,100 people," said Emerald...
Local couple opens their home for orphans Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a traditional time for families and gathering around the table with your family. However, many folks don't have family close by to get together with for one day. Four years ago, Ladie Bea and Wayne Carlisle recognized that some...
Caring Sharing asks for help in aiding the needy in South Walton
In the seven years Pennie Lucas has been working at Caring & Sharing of South Walton, she has seen an upswing in the number of people asking for help. The week prior to Thanksgiving, Lucas helped volunteers Frankie and Ed Healy pack boxes of food for...
Destin man injured in home invasion
DESTIN -- A suspect injured in a home invasion robbery attempt is undergoing treatment for a severe laceration to his arm at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center. Deputies say two men entered a motor home next to a house at 206 Sibert Avenue in Destin around...
Heidi wants a home for Christmas
Christmas wishes and desires are being shared near and far at this festive holiday season. The list usually includes jewelry, clothing, gift cards and all sorts of dazzling items offered in stores and catalogs around the world. However, one Santa Rosa...
Caring Sharing Ball attendance and donation down
The approximately 200 people attending the annual Caring & Sharing Ball benefit Dec. 8 raised $12,600 for the charitable organization. Viewed alone, the dollar amount looks impressive except when compared with previous years. Last year's 250...
Spirituality is alive and well in South Walton
Even though this area is known for its wine connoisseurs and well-heeled bars, according to area pastors, the local churches are also thriving. Ronnie McBrayer, pastor of A Simple Faith in Seagrove, said things are going well at his church in the few...
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