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The Sign Said, “No Dogs Allowed”

The Sign Said, “No Dogs Allowed”

If you are a fan of the Peanuts cartoon, you might remember Snoopy's dismay at seeing the sign on a building that said, "No Dogs Allowed!" While most of the Forgotten Coast is very pet-friendly,

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Survivors Bait and Tackle on SGI Has a New Look Under New Ownership

Survivors Bait and Tackle on SGI Has a New Look Under New Ownership

Survivors Bait and Tackle on St. George Island opened up this spring under new ownership, and customers have been impressed with the changes so far. In addition to expanding its bait and tackle selection and

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Some Believe the Bible’s Garden of Eden was Located on the Apalachicola River

Some Believe the Bible’s Garden of Eden was Located on the Apalachicola River

Did you know that some people believe that the Bible’s Garden of Eden was located right here in Florida? In the 1950s retired lawyer and Republican candidate for governor Elvy Edison Callaway opened his Garden

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Eastpoint Was Originally Founded by a Communal Religious Group

Eastpoint Was Originally Founded by a Communal Religious Group

Did you know that Eastpoint was founded by a communal religious group of families who dubbed themselves the Co-Workers Fraternity? These families traveled down the Chattahoochee River from Georgia 1898 in order to begin a

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These Beaches Were Made for Walking…

These Beaches Were Made for Walking…

While the beaches of the Forgotten Coast are breathtaking to view, they are also perfect for exploring on foot. The views are always changing as you are treated to a wide variety of birds, as

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You’ll Find the World’s Smallest Police Station in Carrabelle

You’ll Find the World’s Smallest Police Station in Carrabelle

Did you know that the world's smallest police station is located on the Forgotten Coast, in the town of Carrabelle? According to the Carrabelle Police Department's website, the World's Smallest Police Station came into being

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A Problematic Invasive Species is Spreading in Apalachicola Bay

A Problematic Invasive Species is Spreading in Apalachicola Bay

It looks unassuming, with its glossy rounded leaves and delicate purple flowers. However, the Pontederia crassipes -- known as the common water hyacinth -- is actually an invasive species. Native to South America, the water

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The Driftwood Inn in Mexico Beach is Back!

The Driftwood Inn in Mexico Beach is Back!

Of the countless structures destroyed by Hurricane Michael in October 2018, the Driftwood Inn was one of the most heart-breaking. The charming inn had been serving visitors to Mexico Beach since 1975 with its laid

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Scalloping Season on the Forgotten Coast

Scalloping Season on the Forgotten Coast

Late last year after working closely with the local community, the FWC set August 16 through September 24 for the 2020 Scalloping Season. According the the FWC, those particular dates were selected to allow the

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Mullet Toss Returns to Blue Parrot on SGI June 11

Mullet Toss Returns to Blue Parrot on SGI June 11

Head to St. George Island on Saturday, June 11th for the 30th annual Blue Parrot Mullet Toss! Registration begins at 10:00 AMCompetition begins at 11:00 AM Men's Division 18 & up- $200 prizeWomen's Division-$200 prizeKids-14-16

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