The undiscovered, unexpected history of Watercolor, Florida
How the German Kaiser, a family fortune and a former Disney Exec created the 30a we know today:
Will Walton County fight in the legal battle of Dune Allen beach?
Walton County Commissioners narrowly avoided filing an amicus brief in the 15-year battle for Dune Allen beach access, compromising on a formal resolution amid accusations of political “pussy-footin’ around” and warnings that legal action could “cripple” secret negotiations.
Walton County aggressively targeting THESE tax dodgers in 2026
Walton County’s employees have doubled down on their commiitment to collect tourism tax from delinquent short term rental owners.
Stunning Alys Beach Wins Architecture Honor
Scenic Walton awarded Alys Beach its Design Excellence Award, recognizing the community’s iconic architecture and scenic design along Highway 30A.
Free Yellow Fly Kits Offered as Painful Bite Season Begins
South Walton residents can pick up free Yellow Fly Kits beginning April 1 as mosquito control officials prepare for the annual return of the biting pests.
Here’s the unexpected cost of parking near beautiful 30a beaches for 2026
Walton County Commissioners put costs on parking in lots near the beach. here’s how much it will cost you:
Walton County Rolls Out Free Tram Service
Walton County Tourism will launch expanded free Beach Tram routes on March 1, connecting municipal parking lots to regional beach accesses in an effort to ease congestion and improve public access.
Walton tourism representatives say commission ignores advice at county’s financial peril
Walton County Commissioners decided to spend almost $10 Million on a piece of land without asking for tourism development council input. Now they’ve decided to leave the taxpayer-purchased land idle. TDC members say it’s a waste of taxpayer money. Here’s what commissioners said in response:
Walton Tourism Pros: “We have no voice” With Local Government
A simmering feud between the Walton County Tourism Development Council and the Board of County Commissioners is reaching a boiling point as frustrated TDC members claim they are powerless “marionettes” whose expertise is being ignored.
Walton Commission decides on parking, vending at Eastern Lake
The Walton County Commission has made a decision about the future of parking, beach access and vending at Eastern Lake.
