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’s Free Beach Tram Tackles the Parking Chaos on 30A

Walton County’s new Beach Tram System is officially rolling, offering free, air-conditioned rides from municipal parking lots to popular 30A beach accesses — all aimed at easing congestion ahead of peak season.
‘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.
Knives out for this government agency in DeFuniak Springs

The DeFuniak Springs City Council took over the Community Redevelopment Agency after a tense meeting in which the Council attempted to fire the CRA director and settled on firing the CRA board instead.
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.
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.
Game-Changer for Walton County: New Emergency Center Delivers Faster, Stronger Care

HCA Florida’s new DeFuniak Springs emergency facility opens in early February, bringing 24/7 emergency care and ambulance services to Walton County.
DeFuniak Springs Debates the Future of Their Fire Department

The City Council in DeFuniak Springs considers an alternative to their own fire department – Could it save them a $1,000,000?