Today on Sunshine-y, Beautiful 30a: June 10, 2026
in our newest series, Mid Bay News reporter Steven Saul highlights the best and most interesting snapshots from 30A.
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.
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 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.
GALLERY: Christmas 2025 on the Emerald Coast (Send in your photos NOW!)
Merry Christmas to all from Mid Bay News! Here are the photo highlights of the season from around Northwest Florida and the Emerald Coast!
Will Walton Commissioners End Wood Bonfires on the Beach?
Walton County Commissioners decide whether or not to ban aesthetic, wood-burning bonfires on the beach.
Scenic Walton Urges Community Support to Save Specialty License Plate Funding
Scenic Walton’s mission to preserve Walton County’s beauty and safety is jeopardized by low specialty license plate sales, making community support essential to secure vital funding for local improvement projects.
