NICEVILLE, Fla. (WKRG) — Destin-Fort Walton Beach, in partnership with the Coastal Conservation Association Florida, released 30,000 juvenile redfish into Choctawhatchee Bay on Tuesday at Lion’s Park.

Winter redfish move in and out of estuaries within earshot of the inlets, taking advantage of forage in the marsh while having access to warmer ocean water if a strong cold front hits. Wayne Justice ...