Thanks to HB 631, the importance of public beach access (and public beaches in general) is at an all time high in Walton County. On Tuesday, the Walton County Commission called for the creation of a map to show where its beaches are located. According to the Walton Sun, Tourist Development Council head Jay Tusa presented the commissioners with nine land options that could be obtained to provide parking for beachgoers.
Currently, Walton County does not have accesses to all of their public beaches, but Tusa assured the commissioners that a comprehensive map showing what on the beach is considered publicly and privately owned would be created. To read more on this story, click here.
Dead fish spark red tide fears
After hundreds of dead fish were seen floating Tuesday and Wednesday in Choctawhatchee Bay near Baytowne Marina, some began fearing that the cause was red tide. According to the Walton Sun, there has been no confirmation that red tide killed these fish with the latest report from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission showing no presence of red tide in Walton County waters. To read more on this story, click here.
Some events for the weekend that we covered on the “Everything Show”
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Sinfonia Gulf Coast is kicking off their season on a high note with Sinfonia Swings! A free community concert, Saturday, September 29th from 7:30pm-9:30pm at Grand Boulevard! This concert will feature members of Sinfonia with the Joe Grandsden Big Band.
World of Beer in Destin will be hosting the 3rd Annual Charity Cornhole Tournament benefiting the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center on Sunday, September 30th! Teams of 2 will compete in a double elimination tournament for chances to win $750 in cash and prizes. If you would rather watch than play, spectator wristbands can be purchased for $30.
The 5th Annual Eggs on the Beach EggFest is going down this Saturday September 29th at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach! This event has earned a reputation for being the most fun and cook-friendly competition in the southeast! When you buy a ticket, you get to taste some delicious bites from over 30 teams.
Ladies, Emerald Coast Harley Davidson’s Ladies Garage Party is tonight, Thursday, September 27! This fun-filled night will include food & drinks while you and your girlfriends checkout the latest styles in the motorclothes department, meet with Ride Academy coaches to answer any of your questions, and even take a ride of your own on their “Jumpstart”.
The 6th Annual Fore Her golf outing will be held on Friday, September 28th from 9am-3pm at the Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club. The price is $110 per golfer which includes your green fee & cart. See more details.
The Locals Boat Show is happening at The Emerald Coast Marine Center in Niceville on Saturday and Sunday, September 29th & 30th starting at 10am. If you enjoy Boating, Paddle boarding, Jet Surfing, Fishing, Football, Craft Beer & Live Music, then you don’t want to miss out on the two-day event. This event is free to the public but for more info, head to localsboatshow.com.
The Pensacola Seafood Festival is happening Friday, September 28th through Sunday, September 30th in Seville Quarter. This 3-day fun & food filled event is free to attend.
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