Walton County Commission deadlock on tourism leadership continues

The Walton County Commission once again failed to agree on whether to bring back an Executive Director of Tourism β a $400,000 position overseeing one of the countyβs biggest industries.
Hereβs what happened, who pushed for change, and what it means for the future of the $60 million tourism department.
Tee’d Off With the Potential PGA Event – BCC Says “Not Now!”
Walton County commissioners have teed off a potential PGA Tour event, unanimously voting against a sponsorship proposal that sparked months of intense debate and divided the community.
Walton Wrestles With Tantalizing PGA Tour Gamble

A $30 million gamble? Walton County weighs a high-stakes PGA Tour deal amid budget concerns, tourism shifts, and rising calls for compromise.
Walton County Might Contribute Something to Okaloosaβs SS United States Reef Project. Hereβs What They Want in Return:

Walton County is considering contributing $1 million to Okaloosa Countyβs artificial reef project involving the SS United States ship, but wants to opt out of a separate $1 million marketing contribution; discussions are ongoing with a decision expected in June.