South Walton’s End of Season Safety Report
Following a year with fewer safety-related calls but a drop in attendance, Walton County’s Beach Safety Director explains why the “Yellow” flag is now the official baseline for surf conditions, replacing “Green.”
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 — a $400,000 position overseeing one of the county’s biggest industries.
Here’s what happened, who pushed for change, and what it means for the future of the $60 million tourism department.
Walton County renames Highway 393 North to Charlie Kirk Parkway
On what would have been Charlie Kirk’s 32nd birthday, Walton County commissioners voted unanimously to rename Highway 393 North in his honor.
Former Santa Rosa County Commissioner James Calkins launches campaign for Walton County seat
Former Santa Rosa County Commissioner James Calkins launches a bid for Walton County Commission District 4, promising conservative leadership amid lingering controversy over his past political conduct.
A Miccosukee Casino and New Office Space for Elected Officials? Here’s What Happened at Walton’s Commission Meeting.
Elected officials argue over office space, whether or not to talk to a Native American tribe in south Florida about business – and they decide to settle scores with the director of Sinfonia Gulf Coast.
Walton County passes $328M budget in narrow 3-2 vote
Walton County leaders cut the millage rate slightly, but a divided commission clashed over debt, reserves, and long-term planning.
Walton County Commission rejects defunding Economic Development Alliance
After fiery debate and sharp words over job creation and tax dollars, Walton County’s leaders hit pause on defunding the EDA — for now.
After Four Years and A Six Hour Meeting, Walton County Has An Attorney
Walton County’s split-vote approval of a $600K contract for attorney Clay Adkinson has raised concerns over pay, conflicts of interest, and the transparency of the hiring process.
Walton County to vote on $50K-a-month contract for county attorney
Walton County will decide tomorrow whether or not to pay thier longtime interim County Attorney Clay Adkinson $600,000 a year and require a supermajority vote to fire him in the future.
‘There Is No Conflict:’ Walton Commission Votes On New Administrator, Debates Permanent Attorney.
With key leadership roles filled and conflict-of-interest concerns swirling, Walton County’s government just took another sharp turn in its ongoing saga of political shakeups.
