County News
Man Charged After Physical Disturbance With a Juvenile at McDonald’s in Miramar Beach
On Friday, June 20th, deputies responded to a physical disturbance at McDonald’s in Miramar Beach. It was reported a suspect got into a physical altercation with a juvenile and pulled a handgun, threatening to kill him. As deputies arrived, the suspect fled on foot...
Structure Fire At Stow-Away Storage in Freeport
Walton County Fire Rescue and Walton County Sheriff's Office, Florida deputies are on scene at Stow-Away Storage, located on Business 331 in Freeport, where multiple storage units caught fire. Walton County Fire Rescue crews were able to quicklg extinguish the blaze...
Stolen Vehicle Recovered By WCSO
A 32-year-old is in custody after deputies were alerted to a vehicle stolen out of Tampa International Airport traveling in the area. Investigation found that the man from St. Petersburg was denied renting a vehicle. Instead of taking no for an answer, the suspect...
Man Reunited With Family After Water Rescue
A coordinated search effort between local agencies late Saturday evening following a 911 call for a water rescue resulted in the reunification of a man with his family. The call originated around 8:15 p.m. near Windancer Lane in Miramar Beach and involved one person...
Jonathon Davis Promoted to Assistant Chief of Support Services for WCFR
Walton County Fire Rescue is proud to announce the promotion of Chief Jonathon Davis to Assistant Chief of Support Services. With 25 years of fire service experience, Chief Davis has been a driving force within our department since he joined in 2004. Over the years,...
Happy First Day of Summer!
Today (Friday, June 20th) marks the official first day of summer. Across the country, schools are out, crowds are heading to the beach, and lifeguards are on duty - working tirelessly to protect the public through constant vigilance and engagement. As you plan your...
NWFSC Board of Trustees Elects New Chair and Vice Chair
The Northwest Florida State College Board of Trustees has elected Rhea Goff to serve as chair, effective July 1, 2025. She was unanimously selected during the June 17 board meeting. Trustee Goff will replace Lori Kelley, who has served as board chair since 2021. Mrs....
A Hero’s Legacy and a Hat Full of Heart
This past Friday, the Walton County Sheriff's Office had the privilege of welcoming a very special visitor through our doors. A few years ago, John Ballard, a young man with special needs, met a deputy who left a lasting impression during a family visit to Walton...
Obituaries
Malcolm “Skip” Young
Malcolm Young, Jr, better known as Skip, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on September 2, 1958, to parents Malcolm Young, Sr and Bonnie Lee Powell. Skip worked in construction for all of his years. In his free time, he was...
Donald James O’Donnel
Donald James O’Donnel, 82, of Miramar Beach, Florida, passed away May 14, 2025 after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on November 11, 1942, to Darrell and Thelma O’Donnel. Don was a beloved husband, father, and “Papa Don” to...
Shirley Evon Baker
Shirley Evon Campbell Baker, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering strength. Born in Walton County, Florida on February 15, 1938, Shirley lived a life defined by compassion, quiet...
Merlin Christopher Smith
Our hearts are broken as we say goodbye to Merlin Christopher Smith, age 58, whom passed away May 13, 2025. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, February 3, 1967, to Bill and Linda Smith. When he was seven years old, his family moved to Eglin Air Force Base, where he...
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