Knives out for this government agency in DeFuniak Springs
The DeFuniak Springs City Council took over the Community Redevelopment Agency after a tense meeting in which the Council attempted to fire the CRA director and settled on firing the CRA board instead.
New Emergency Room Brings Lifesaving, 24/7 Care to Walton County
A new $19 million emergency room in DeFuniak Springs is now providing 24/7 emergency care, expanding access for Walton County residents and visitors.
Here’s What Happened at Defuniak’s Latest Council Meeting
A DeFuniak Springs City Council meeting reveals ongoing tensions over historic district design standards and an extended tenure for the interim finance director amidst a challenging search for a permanent replacement.
‘Mudslinging’ Says Mayor, Defuniak Council Spars Over CRA
Amidst internal tensions and a failed attempt to abolish the Community Redevelopment Agency, DeFuniak Springs City Council grapples with its strategic role in urban revitalization, property abatements, and addressing key leadership vacancies
Historic DeFuniak Stakeholders Meet to Discuss the Future of the Past
DeFuniak Springs leaders and residents are reviewing a set of proposed historic preservation standards aimed at protecting the city’s architectural identity—while debating how to balance regulation with private property rights.
