Wed, 5 December 2007
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dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Latest podcast episode online now covering:Travel suggestions for Christmas on the Emerald Coast, Guiseppi's Wharf opening soon!!! Red Tide Update, Hampton Inn coming to Navarre, More Non-Stop Flights out of Okaloosa Regional Airport, Bayou Bills tragic accident, Brown Sand on Okaloosa Island and much, much more!!! !Some Of The News Covered:The "Welcome to Destin" billboard at the foot of the Destin Bridge may have to come down! The AJ's Seafood and Oyster Bar logo on the billboard is the reason. The sign is on government property. The government does not advertise for private businesses. The logo must be covered up or removed in order for the sign to stay up. Bayou Bills Crab House on Hwy. 98 in Walton County recently caught fire. The restaurant is a total loss! Bayou Bills was known for great local seafood in Walton County. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Delta Airlines is starting two non-stop flights December 22nd from Okaloosa Regional Airport to New York City's La Guardia International Airport and Cincinnati, Ohio. The flight to New York is not permanent and will depart daily at 11:30 a.m. starting December 22nd till January 2nd. The non-stop flight to Cincinnati, Ohio is permanent, and will depart at 12:30 Monday-Thursday. Red Tide is still going strong in the bayous. Lots of dead fish can be seen in the water from the Cinco Bayou Bridge. The Melting Pot of Destin is now open! The restaurant is located just west of the Silver Sands Outlets. The restaurant is only open for dinner. The restaurant is more than 4,500 square feet and offers seating to 190. One special feature is the secluded lover's lane seating area. The Melting Pot also has a full service bar and a wine list of more than 200 wines. The hours are Sunday through Thursday, 5-10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 5-11 p.m. A Hampton Inn is coming to Navarre! The new hotel will be located on Hwy. 98 next to Cayo Grande Apartments. The hotel will offer 102 rooms, 32 suites and meeting rooms. Other features include an indoor swimming pool, wireless internet and a dinning area that will offer complimentary breakfasts for guests. The Hampton Inn is expected to open March 4th of 2008. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Acoustifunk of Pensacola with Tuesday. Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us
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Wed, 21 November 2007
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dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Some Of The News Covered:AJ's will host the Destin Fishing Rodeo again in 2008 and 2009. The fishing rodeo will celebrate its 60th Anniversary in 2008! AJ's has hosted the Destin Fishing Rodeo for the past 7 years. Condo sales for the Emerald Coast have increased by 22%. The median price for those condos increased from $157,500 to $338,900 or 115%. Much of the market is slow, but this could be an early sign of things changing. Now is the time to take advantage of buying a condo. The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island is getting a face lift. The wood decking is being replaced with a synthetic material that DOES NOT splinter. The restrooms are also being renovated to give more privacy and comfort to beach goers. The Baytowne Wharf in the Sandestin Resort now has an ice rink. A 40x60 foo ice rink is now located by the lagoon under a white tent. The cost of the rink was about $105,000. Skaters can skate for 90 minutes for $6. Skates can be rented for $2. A man from Kentucky was recently awarded a Compassionate Citizen Award from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). The gentlemen recently helped a shark that was tangled in garbage and released it back into the Gulf of Mexico. 5-7 party buses will be coming to the area to cater large groups going out on the town. The buses have state-of-the-art customizations. Each bus has a different theme and seating capacity. The first bus is planned to be in operation for the holidays. Call 850.231.9007 for info. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Michael J. Thomas of Destin with Mrs. Magic -www.myspace.com/michaeljthomas -www.michaeljthomasmusic.com Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us
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Tue, 6 November 2007
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dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Latest podcast episode online now covering:Hot Spots to Watch Sunsets, International Airport in Panama City Breaks Ground, Red Tide Is Gone, Foreclosures along the Emerald Coast, Destin Deep Water Shark Tournament, Destin Arts Festival, Pensacola Arts Festival, More!Some Of The News Covered:The International Airport in Panama City broke ground at 9:30 a.m. on November 1st! The new airport will be located near West Bay. The international airport will allow less layovers and connections to those traveling internationally to the Emerald Coast. Doug Kemper recently resigned as executive director of the Gulf Breeze Zoo. Danyelle Lantz will replace Kemper's position. The Gulf Breeze Zoo was heavily damaged by hurricanes in 2004 and 2005. The zoo needs to raise $3 million to keep from closing. So far, the zoo has raised $400,000. Beach Restoration in Navarre may have caused some flooding. Pools of water have formed between some houses and dunes created from beach restoration. Residents claim that some pools are up to 4 feet deep. That standing water could cause a mosquito problem. A man from Kentucky recently wrestled a shark to the beach behind Edgewater Condos. The man noticed the shark was struggling and was tangled up in plastic close to shore. The man grabbed the shark and wrestled it to the beach. The shark was freed from the plastic and released safely. Red Tide is known to be a major threat to marine life. Recently a large female Loggerhead was found dead behind Jade East Condos (across 98 from Big Kahuna's). Loggerheads are an endangered species. A female dolphin that was under five years of age was found dead as well. Eight birds were also observed struggling from Red Tide. If beach goers notice marine life in trouble, they should contact the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge. Many places in the United States are experiencing a mortgage crisis. Here along the Emerald Coast, there have been 717 foreclosures in Okaloosa County and 501 in Walton County. Now is a great time to look for a second home or condo! State Road 87 is now a wider road. From Hickory Hammock Road to US Highway 90, State Road 87 is now four lanes. Travelers coming to Navarre from SR 87 will experience smooth sailing! SR 87 at one time was only two lanes and a dangerous road to travel. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is 12 Oz Curl of Miramar Beach with Hello Again Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us
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Sat, 20 October 2007
How To Listen:Listen online using the player at the upper right hand corner of this page (broadband) or click for the dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Some Of The News Covered:Video file regarding Presidio Condominiums is here: Large condo, waterfront boardwalk slowly taking shapep>The intense storms, rain, and tornadoes that recently came through our area are now gone, and we are happy they didn't do more damage. Listen to my first-hand account of some of the crazy and unfortunate results of the weather in my area this past week. Halloween here on the Emerald Coast is a great place for the kids. Uptown Station will be holding a Halloween Kids Day on October 27th! Uptown Station is in Fort Walton Beach off of Eglin Parkway. There will be lots of Halloween activities in areas such as, Seaside, Baytowne, Destin Commons, Grayton Beach and Sandestin! Adults make sure you bring your costumes too! Many bars have costume contests and its always a great time! Norriego Point is eroding away more each day. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is supposed to start dredging the pass to temporarily repair Norriego Point. The repair that has been pushed back would cost $75,000. The city is still waiting for approval. A seawall or rocks is a possible solution to the everlasting erosion. Red Tide has been here on the Emerald Coast. Though it is improving, take extra caution if you swim or have respiratory trouble. Red Tide is an red algae bloom that gives off a toxin that kills fish by the masses. If Red Tide is present the following symptoms can be experienced: coughing, sneezing and burning of the nose and eyes. Red Tide's existence is determined by the weather and water conditions. 23 Leatherback Sea Turtles recently hatched in South Walton County. The South Walton Turtle Watch Group monitored the next closely for 79 days! This was the first documented Leatherback Sea Turtle nest in Walton County. Big Kahuna's is not becoming a condo complex! Big Kahuna's might be expanding by adding more parking, more access from 98 and new attractions. The miniature golf course and go-cart track might have to be removed. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Green Hit of Santa Rosa Beach with Top Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? Email me at destinfloridapodcast@yahoo.com |
Sun, 14 October 2007
Work continues on a waterfront condominium complex that has encountered a host of delays. Construction vehicles and mounds of dirt remained in front of the Presidio condominium site Monday at a time of year when the project’s backers had hoped the complex would be ready for occupancy. But the 16-floor development on the south side of U.S. Highway 98 near Fort Walton Beach City Hall should soon be ready for its first tenants, said Joel Meriwether, Presidio’s sales director. Full story at http://www.nwfdailynews.com/article/9496 Category:general
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Sat, 6 October 2007
How To Listen:Listen online using the player at the upper right hand corner of this page (broadband) or click for the dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Latest podcast episode online now covering:Mullet Festival, Navarre Beach Fall Festival of the Arts, Harbor Walk Village, Blue Mountain Beach, Louisiana Lagniappe Renovations, Beach Nourishment, Pensacola Ghost Tours, Destin Fishing Rodeo, Artists in Santa Rosa Beach, Red Snapper Fishing Limits and so much more!Some Of The News Covered:The Mullet Festival in Niceville will take place October 19-21! This is one festival you don't want to miss. There is always a huge turn out along with great headliners like Kenny Rogers who will play Sunday night at 6 pm and Blake Shelton who will also take the stage Friday night at 10:30. Blue Mountain Beach will get improvements to the public beach access at the end of County Road 83. The project will include restrooms and 22 parking spaces. The total cost of the project is $183,807 and should take 188 days to complete. Pompano Joes is expecting construction to start on the parking lot in November. The Pompano Joes parking lot is a $4 million project that should be completed Spring of 2008. Walton County has opted to not spray pesticides to keep dog flies away. Many residents feel spraying could be hazardous to humans and the environment. Louisiana Lagniappe opened in 1984, but will close for 5 months for renovations. Renovations will include an update to the interior, expand the dining room and kitchen. The flooring and seating will also be replaced. The restaurant should reopen March 1st of 2008! Recently the public got to see the conceptual design of the Destin Harbor. That is 12 years in the making! Phase 1 of the harbor redevelopment is expected to begin in early 2009 at a cost of $10-15 million. Phase 2 will start 3-5 years later depending on many factors, and it will cost an estimated $40-$45 million. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Green Hit of Santa Rosa Beach with Top Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? I love to hear from you and find out more that you would like to know about Destin and the Emerald Coast! |
Thu, 20 September 2007
How To Listen:Listen online using the player at the upper right hand corner of this page (broadband) or click for the dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Some Of The News Covered:The 29th Annual Destin Seafood Festival takes place October 5-7. Tickets are on sale now for $5 for the day and $10 for the weekend. Children 12 and under get in free! The festival will be held at the Morgan Sports Complex behind The Track. Along with great food and music, there will be 60 booths in the arts and crafts area. More than 25,000 locals and visitors attended in 2006! The 31st Annual Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival takes place October 19-21. More details the next show! Camellia's Grill will open Spring of 2008 in the Harbor Walk Village on the Destin Harbor. The Camellia's Grill opened in 1946 in New Orleans. Great food New Orleans style will now be on the harbor soon! Highway 98 will get a face lift from Airport Road to Danny Wuerffel Way, then to 30-A. 7.5 miles of highway will be resurfaced on Highway 98 in Okaloosa and Walton Counties. The $12.7 million project will also include pedestrian crosswalk signals, sidewalks and bicycle paths in some areas. The 331 Bar will be closing the end of September. 331 is one of many roads the State Highway Department is widening. The 331 Bar is not far enough to be spared. There is no new location as of now. There will be a party September 30th the last night the restaurant is open. Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Sweater Puppets of Santa Rosa Beach with Shakedown Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? |
Thu, 6 September 2007
How To Listen:Listen online using the player at the upper right hand corner of this page (broadband) or click for the dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Some Of The News Covered:Navarre Beach may get a new fishing pier! The pier would be built 150 feet east of the old remains of the old Navarre Beach Pier. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has allocated $4.5 million. The county and state would both fund $250,000 each for a total of $5 million. A restaurant and other businesses are possible in the construction. The centerpiece for the U.S. Highway 98 Bypass Project will be a road that runs east to west connecting State Road 87 in Santa Rosa County to U.S. Highway 331 in Walton County. The road will run through the Eglin Air Force Base Reservation. This is a great start to relieve the congestion and traffic on U.S. Highway 98! The Tourist Development Council of Okaloosa County may be asking 88 properties in Destin to contribute a total of $4.85 million to help restore 3.1 miles of eroded beachfront. The Pensacola 30th Annual Seafood Festival starts September 21st-23rd in Seville Square downtown Pensacola! This is one of the great festivals here along the Emerald Coast. Lots of seafood, souvenirs, artwork and music is always present. Don't want to miss this one. This and much, much more area news and events on this episode! Links From This Episode:Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this show possible. Please visit them at: Music selection for this episode is Red Lipstick Letter of Ft. Walton Beach with Sympathy Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? |
Mon, 20 August 2007
How To Listen:Listen online using the player at the upper right hand corner of this page (broadband) or click for the dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Some Of The News Covered:The Howard Group's Grand Boulevard opened in March earlier this year. Its a $250 million project that sits on 52 acres. The Grand Boulevard is expected to have at least 100 businesses when all three phases are finished in 2010. Cantina Laredo is one of the great restaurants there with some amazing (and potent) margaritas! The Emerald Coast Poker Run had a very large turn out... Cigarette boats where everywhere. The Destin Bridge and Okaloosa Island Pier were great viewing spots! There was one accident during the Poker Run but otherwise a great time had by all. If you missed it this time, stay tuned. We kept our listeners in-the-know prior to this event and you should be here to check it out next year. The Emerald Coast is full of nice areas to have a great glass of wine. The Courtyard in Rosemary Beach is one of them! Rosemary is a very beautiful area on the far east end of 30-A. Listen as I give you a complete, first-hand report on all the places you should think about enjoying the next time you are in our area. The parking lot for Pompano Joe's is expected to be rebuilt by late spring of 2008! The construction starts in November. This will be the third time the parking lot is being rebuilt but it is getting built to now withstand future storms. Links From This Episode:Music selection for this episode is Chief Cherry and His Red Beans and Rice of Ft. Walton Beach with Track 1 (live track with no official name... great jam which you must hear): Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? |
Sun, 5 August 2007
How To Listen:Listen online using the player at the upper right hand corner of this page (broadband) or click for the dial-up version. iTunes listeners subscribe through our iTunes Destin Florida Podcast page. Some Of The News Covered:The Destin Harbor fireworks display that was scheduled for every Thursday evening has been suspended. Ash from the fireworks was falling on to boats in the harbor (plus locals complaining about the noise from an 8:30 PM fireworks display... co'mon). The heavily damaged Navarre Beach Pier may become a marine sanctuary. The Gulf Breeze Zoo needs to raise $3 million to keep from closing. The zoo lost its accreditation with the American Association of Zoos and Aquariums a year ago. The Gulf Breeze Zoo has always been a very educational and fun experience for all ages! The new pedestrian friendly beach community called Towne of Seahaven announced its first eight tenants for phase one of the development. The Summerhouse Restaurant that was once open in Fort Walton Beach at the intersection of Beal Parkway and 98 needs a home. John Wagner and Sam Montalto were the owners of the restaurant and sold it to Alan Laird (owner of AJ's). The structure was moved to the west end of Okaloosa County where it has been sitting. Residents in the area want the structure moved! Links From This Episode:Read the recent article about us in the Northwest Florida Daily News: Podcasts play up Destin See the streaming video of Destin Harbor we mentioned: Cruising Down The Destin Harbor The fireworks display has been suspended for now. Read the full story: Bos suspends fireworks show Music selection for this episode is Blair Colson of Ft. Walton Beach with Alright With Me: Got a show comment or suggestion? Or, are you a local band/artist who would like us to play your music? |
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