Donna Johns Talks Customary Use, Beach Renourishment and Casinos in Election Interview
Walton County District 4 Commissioner Donna Johns says her passion is “helping people and trying to get things done,” from sidewalks and parks to beach access and infrastructure. In this in-depth interview, she defends her record on recreation in Miramar Beach, weighs in on beach renourishment and tourism tensions, and addresses hot-button issues including the Scott Brandon arrest, looming property tax changes, and the Miccosukee Tribe’s potential casino project. Johns argues that the next four years should be about finishing sidewalks, expanding ball fields, improving Driftwood and other aging neighborhoods, and bringing better-paying jobs to Walton County.
New Perry Avenue Restrictions Aim to Protect Neighborhoods
Fort Walton Beach will close northbound Perry Avenue on weekends through Labor Day in an effort to reduce neighborhood cut-through traffic.
Escaped Baker Act Patient Found Safely Floating in Turkey Creek
A Baker Act patient who escaped from HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital was safely located after a coordinated search through Turkey Creek involving K9, drone, and marine units.
