Expert Witnesses Clash in Marathon Walton County Development Showdown
In Walton County, heated quasi-judicial hearings on the Sunliner Diner and SEC Freeport Asphalt Plant reveal deep community divides over development impacts, with final decisions pending from commissioners.
Okaloosa Deputies, K9 Unit Apprehend Man Wanted on Multiple Domestic Battery Charges
An Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office K9 unit, alongside correctional institution teams, tracked and apprehended Anthony McLeod of Laurel Hill on Saturday after he attempted to flee through a swamp. Mcleod faces multiple domestic battery and criminal mischief charges.
Walton Sheriff Charges Army Officer With Sex Crimes
Sean Benjamin Cushman, an Army captain, was arrested on child sexual abuse and child pornography charges linked to incidents in Walton County, Florida.
A Miccosukee Casino and New Office Space for Elected Officials? Here’s What Happened at Walton’s Commission Meeting.
Elected officials argue over office space, whether or not to talk to a Native American tribe in south Florida about business – and they decide to settle scores with the director of Sinfonia Gulf Coast.
Walton County passes $328M budget in narrow 3-2 vote
Walton County leaders cut the millage rate slightly, but a divided commission clashed over debt, reserves, and long-term planning.
North Walton Doctors Hospital Marks First Year of Service to Walton County
North Walton Doctors Hospital marked its first anniversary with a celebration highlighting its expansion of services, leadership reflections, and commitment to expanding health care access in Walton County.
This Man Was Florida’s Only Third Party Governor – And People HATED Him.
Uncover the wild story of Sidney Catts, Florida’s only third-party governor, who won with a Model T and a fiery campaign!
Freeport asphalt plant proposal sparks legal battle, fierce opposition in Walton County
A plan to revive a Highway 20 asphalt plant near Freeport faces legal arguments, community pushback, and procedural confusion as Walton County weighs its future.
Kiwanis Foundation Delivers 288 “Bags of Hope” to Foster Children in Northwest Florida
The Kiwanis Foundation of Niceville-Valparaiso, with support from FPL, the NextEra Energy Foundation, and other Division 1 Kiwanis Clubs, delivered 288 Bags of Hope to foster children in Northwest Florida to provide essential items during their transition into foster care.
Council Rejects Letter of Support, Exposing Rift Over Walton’s Growth Strategy
As Walton County leaders spar over whether the Economic Development Alliance delivers real results, its director prepares to step down at the end of the month.
