Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in south Walton County is known today for its four championship golf courses and over 1,200 rental accommodations. It has nineteen swimming pools, twenty restaurants, and seven miles of waterfront property. It attracts thousands of visitors from around the world every year. And it has been attracting them for a…
In Memory of George Walton
Very little is written of the man who gave his name to our county. In the case of the Walton family, fame seems to have skipped a generation. George Walton, Jr. was born about 1789 in Augusta, Georgia, the only son of The George Walton – wounded Revolutionary War colonel, twice a member of the…
Cold Brew Near You
Daniel Pratt, founder and owner of Panama City Coffee Company, insists that what he is doing as he pedals his custom-made barista bike through the streets of Grayton Beach is not about the money. He is trying to create an experience. Not for himself, but for the curious customers he takes by surprise. “I am…
Chris Jayne
Chris Jayne is a joyful guy who always has a smile on his face and an encouraging word. He very much enjoys working at Fuller Insurance and just celebrated his 13th anniversary with them in May. His expertise is working with residential and commercial contractors, local business owners, commercial non-profits (including churches) and high-value residential…
Amber Clark
Amber Clark has deep roots in Walton County. Her great-grandmother was the first postmaster on the “Star Route” in South Walton, and one of her family homes was the Santa Rosa Beach library at one point. She lives in Santa Rosa Beach on a bayou with her dogs, plants, and partner. Please tell us about…
Rebecca Gray
Rebecca Gray is full of life and generosity. She gives of her time and always has a smile. She answered our questions with such humorous honesty, I felt it best to share her answers verbatim. Enjoy! Tell us a little bit about your family. “Two boys. One mama. One frog. The boys spend most of…
Haruko Shi
Tracy and I were privileged to sit down with Haruko Shi at her beautiful home in Santa Rosa Beach. She served us the most delicious martini I’ve ever had. Something with peach in it. Just the night before our interview she was overseeing a team of workers serving drinks and hors d’oeuvres at a rehearsal…
Haley Mashburn
Meet Haley Mashburn – a fireball in the vacation rental industry. Her strong work ethic and determination have taken her up the ranks to where she is now a crucial part of a large property management company in Walton County. Being the Director of Owner Relations is a demanding job, but this 25-year-old is up…