Stunning Alys Beach Wins Architecture Honor
Scenic Walton awarded Alys Beach its Design Excellence Award, recognizing the community’s iconic architecture and scenic design along Highway 30A.
Free Yellow Fly Kits Offered as Painful Bite Season Begins
South Walton residents can pick up free Yellow Fly Kits beginning April 1 as mosquito control officials prepare for the annual return of the biting pests.
Storms, Scenery, and Community Lead to Power Line Victory
Florida Power & Light has halted plans for a 45-mile transmission line along Highway 331 after community concerns were raised by Scenic Walton.
Powerful Warning from Sheriff After Jail Worker Arrested in Inmate Relationship
A Walton County jail employee has been arrested and charged with felony sexual misconduct after investigators say she engaged in unlawful contact with an inmate.
‘Fired Up’ to Serve Freeport – New Candidacy for Freeport City Council (Seat 5) – Meet Abel Albritton
Firefighter and nonprofit founder Abel Albritton has officially entered the race for Freeport City Council (Seat 5), saying he feels “called to serve” as the city faces rapid growth and infrastructure challenges.
Walton tourism representatives say commission ignores advice at county’s financial peril
Walton County Commissioners decided to spend almost $10 Million on a piece of land without asking for tourism development council input. Now they’ve decided to leave the taxpayer-purchased land idle. TDC members say it’s a waste of taxpayer money. Here’s what commissioners said in response:
HAZMAT Emergency Causes Hours of Gridlock on Highway 98
A hazardous materials spill shut down Highway 98 in Santa Rosa Beach on Wednesday morning before crews safely reopened the roadway.
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.
Excellence Recognized: Walton County Official Honored Across Florida
Walton County Jail Health Services Manager Dawn Cooper has been named Florida Model Jail Standards Medical Inspector of the Year.
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.
