Freeport asphalt plant proposal sparks legal battle, fierce opposition in Walton County

A plan to revive a Highway 20 asphalt plant near Freeport faces legal arguments, community pushback, and procedural confusion as Walton County weighs its future.
Developer Jay Odom Sues Former Business Partner For Racketeering

Developer Jay Odom Sues Former Business Partner For Racketeering Christopher Saul September 9, 2024 1:50 pm Business, Crime, Walton County In Brief: β’Jay Odom filed a RICO lawsuit against former business partner Robert Smith, accusing him of a two-decade-long conspiracy involving fraudulent lawsuits and defamation. β’The lawsuit alleges Smith manipulated legal and government agencies to […]