Walton Commissioner Drake to PGA: No Contract, No Deal

Walton County leaders are holding the line on a proposed PGA Tour event until they see a formal contract with clear terms and contingencies.
Help Wanted: Walton County Tourism Department Seeking Executive Director

As Walton Countyβs tourism industry doubles in size, county leaders debate whether itβs time to bring back a top leadership role to guide the way.
Experts Say THIS Will Bring BIG $ to Okaloosa, But Commissioners Just Pulled it From Their Annual Wishlist

The Okaloosa County Commission voted unanimously to remove a $1.5 million funding request for the sinking of the historic SS United States as an artificial reef off Destin from its legislative priorities, citing economic concerns and public optics despite projections of significant tourism revenue.
TDD Bed Taxes Revenues Grew 74% in 2021 – Hereβs How That Money Affects Niceville:

The Tourism Development Department (TDD) of Okaloosa County, which oversees visit Destin Fort Walton Beach reported huge growth in bed tax collections from 2020.