As part of the 2024-25 Great Outdoors Initiative, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has proposed to increase public access to Florida’s state parks with the addition of new outdoor activities and lodging options. These draft proposals can be found here.
Public input is an important and valued part of all DEP...
Unveiling Climate-Controlled Food Lockers to Combat Hunger in Walton County
The community of Walton County is set to embark on an innovative initiative to combat food insecurity with the introduction of state-of-the-art climate-controlled food lockers at the Generation Next Kids Homeless Service Center. This exciting project has been made possible...
Governor Ron DeSantis Presents $20,000 Awards to Five Florida Teacher of the Year Finalists.
Governor Ron DeSantis recently recognized the five Florida 2025 Teacher of the Year finalists. Governor DeSantis presented each finalist with a $20,000 check. The winner, Jaime Suarez, was named the overall winner at the Teacher of...
Walton County Democratic Women's Club member Victoria Crystal was honored by Grit and Grace July 19-23. Her "powerful" story was delivered by Connie Baldwin of Defuniak Springs. From being orphaned at the age of 6 to being an abused wife to the many contributions she has made to her...
Kimberly Stanley, SEASIDE Institute™
When discussing sustainability, many think about environmental concerns and the ways we can help slow the effects of climate change. However, the concept extends far beyond our planet's health. It also encompasses social inclusion, wellness, and economic stability. The term, officially defined in 1987, refers to...
Walton County Emergency Management Welcomes New Logistics Coordinator, Wanya Goodgain
Walton County Emergency Management is thrilled to announce the selection of Wanya Goodgain as the department’s new Logistics Coordinator. Wanya joins the team from Calera, Alabama, bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to our department.
Wanya is a recent...
To make South Walton stronger for everybody, we must say “yes” to big ideas
Expanding public beach accesses, reducing traffic, and building parks and ballfields have been key priorities for Tony Anderson throughout his service as Walton County Commissioner for District 5.
In announcing his campaign for reelection, Anderson, a Republican,...
During a prehospital heart attack or stroke emergency, every second counts in providing a patient with the best chance of survival and recovery. The South Walton Fire District has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Silver Achievement
Award for its proven dedication and response to patients experiencing these...
FWC Northwest Region reports Operation Dry Water BUI detection and boating enforcement results
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement along with other law enforcement partners participated in Operation Dry Water’s heightened enforcement weekend July 4-6. With the Fourth of July falling on a Thursday...
