by Kerri Parker | Jul 23, 2026 | Businesses, Communities, Culinary Scene, DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
Chef Todd Misener, owner of Iron & Grape Italian Kitchen in DeFuniak Springs, shares his journey from graduating with honors from the Culinary Institute of America to training under Certified Master Chef Jack Shoop and opening one of Walton County’s most talked-about scratch kitchens. In this HWY 331 Podcast episode, we explore handmade pasta, Italian cuisine, mentorship, restaurant leadership, wine dinners, and the vision behind Iron & Grape.
by Kerri Parker | Jul 6, 2026 | Communities, DeFuniak Springs, Events, Freeport, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
Every community has stories that deserve to be remembered. In this episode of the HWY 331 Podcast, Kerri Parker sits down with award-winning playwright Nancy Hasty and producer and musical director Latilda Hughes-Neel to explore the heart behind Holding Our Own, this year’s original Grit & Grace Folklife production.
by Kerri Parker | May 30, 2026 | Businesses, Communities, DeFuniak Springs, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
Downtown DeFuniak Springs feels different lately. More businesses. More events. More energy. In this episode of the HWY 331 Podcast, Kerri Parker sits down with Main Street DeFuniak Springs board member Bailey Rushing and Executive Director Jaden Broadway to explore revitalization, community building, Faith Factor, and the future of downtown.
by Kerri Parker | May 18, 2026 | Businesses, Communities, Freeport, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
Laurie Hood of Alaqua Animal Refuge joins the HWY 331 Podcast for an emotional and inspiring conversation about rescue, resilience, compassion, and second chances. Laurie shares the story behind Alaqua’s beginnings, the national beagle rescue effort that captured headlines, the emotional toll of animal rescue work, and her vision for creating a sanctuary that heals both animals and people.
by Kerri Parker | Apr 29, 2026 | Businesses, Communities, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
Walton County is growing, and the decisions being made today will shape its future for years to come. In this episode of the Highway 331 Podcast, Kerri Parker speaks with Marina Khoury of DPZ CoDesign about Walton 2040, Walton County planning, future development, conservation, housing, and how residents can be involved in the Land Development Code rewrite process. If you care about growth, quality of life, and the future of Walton County, this episode is a must-listen.
by Kerri Parker | Apr 6, 2026 | Businesses, Communities, Events, Podcast, Walton & Beyond
In this 27-minute episode of the HWY 331 Podcast, Kerri Parker sits down with Diane Pickett, the founder and visionary behind Summit on the Circle in DeFuniak Springs.
