Okaloosa and Walton Students Win Big at Regional STEM
Okaloosa and Walton students showcased innovation and scientific excellence at the 2026 East Panhandle Regional Science and Engineering Fair, earning top honors and state finalist spots.
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.
‘Fired Up’ to Serve Freeport – New Candidacy for Freeport City Council (Seat 5) – Meet Abel Albritton
Firefighter and nonprofit founder Abel Albritton has officially entered the race for Freeport City Council (Seat 5), saying he feels “called to serve” as the city faces rapid growth and infrastructure challenges.
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:
English – the (ONLY) Language for Florida Driver’s Exams
Florida has officially moved to English-only driver’s license exams, eliminating translation services statewide and affecting all applicants, including non-citizens and visa holders.
HAZMAT Emergency Causes Hours of Gridlock on Highway 98
A hazardous materials spill shut down Highway 98 in Santa Rosa Beach on Wednesday morning before crews safely reopened the roadway.
Destin sex trafficker sentenced to life in prison
Chad Cornelius Seymore, known as the “Circle City Pimp” expanded his monstrous reach across the Florida Panhandle, Alabama and Georgia. Now, he’ll begin a life behind bars.
Where Wildlife and Wonder Merge in the Heart of Freeport
The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is inviting the community to explore Florida’s wildlife after dark and celebrate conservation with two immersive events this March.
Is THIS the sign a Miccosukee Casino will open in Walton County?
The Miccosukee Tribe’s $2.25 million purchase of 25 acres in Walton County has fueled speculation about a new casino, raising questions about the tribe’s expanding ventures outside South Florida.
New Emergency Room Brings Lifesaving, 24/7 Care to Walton County
A new $19 million emergency room in DeFuniak Springs is now providing 24/7 emergency care, expanding access for Walton County residents and visitors.
