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.
FHSAA releases 2026 football reclassifications – Here’s who WON and LOST on the Emerald Coast:

The official Florida High School football classifications are here, detailing the new districts and early predictions for Northwest Florida teams through the 2027 season.
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.
Walton Commissioners Recognize Chair for Service and Leadership

As 2025 ends, Walton County Commissioners honor Chairwoman Donna Johns for her leadership and unanimously elect Brad Drake as the new Chair for 2026.
Live Blog: FHSAA releases playoff brackets for area high schools

Live Blog: FHSAA releases playoff brackets for area high schools Collin Bestor November 6, 2025 10:30 am Sports In Brief: Florida High School Athletic Association releases playoff brackets for Rural-7A classificationsย With many teams in our area already guaranteed a spot (Choctaw, Baker, Pensacola Catholic), some sit in limbo (Crestview, Tate, Milton and Niceville). Playoff […]
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 โ a $400,000 position overseeing one of the countyโs biggest industries.
Hereโs what happened, who pushed for change, and what it means for the future of the $60 million tourism department.
Texas Parents Arrested After Leaving Baby Alone on Walton County Beach for Nearly an Hour

Two parents visiting from Houston were arrested in Walton County after deputies say they left their six-month-old baby alone under a beach tent for nearly an hour while walking with their other children on Miramar Beach.
What Will Walton County Tourism Look Like in the Future? A Special Meeting Gave Us Some Clues:

These are the three priorities on the list after a joint meeting between the Walton Tourism Development Council and the Board of County Commissioners
Week 6 Recap: Niceville flexes muscle, SoWal beats Walton

Week 6 football action marked the beginning of district play for many local teams.
South Walton Makes Statement Win to Open New Stadium
South Walton opened its new stadium with a skydiver-delivered game ball and a 35โ6 win over Gulf Breeze to kick off the 2025 football season. โ