County News
Walton County Tourism Collaborates with The Paper Bear Film
The Paper Bear and Walton County Tourism are thrilled to announce an extraordinary collaboration that marks a significant milestone in The Paper Bear’s mission to fuse conservation with creativity. This partnership, funded by the Walton County Tourism Department, is a...
SWFD Provides Sixteen Lifeguard Tower Locations to Help You Stay Safe at the Beach
Headed to the beach this week? SWIM NEAR A LIFEGUARD! From water rescues, to medical interventions, drowning prevention, and more, our lifeguards are the difference makers in keeping you safe at the beach. Find the nearest lifeguard tower for your location by viewing...
DeFuniak Springs Tests Local Fire Hydrants
Top Reasons for Fire Hydrant Testing: # 1 To flush sediment and debris from our municipal water supply. # 2 To ensure all of the hydrants are in proper working order. # 3 Because ISO says we have to in order for you to save on your homeowners insurance rates. Our City...
Local Resident Donates Flags for Display on SWFD Fire Engines and Ladder Trucks
Moments like these remind us why we are so incredibly fortunate to work and serve in South Walton! Thank you Brian Hill, South Walton resident and Coastal Insurance employee, who recently donated American flags fit for display on South Walton Fire District fire...
Fugitive Wanted on State and Federal Charges Apprehended
A coordinated effort between the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Intelligence Unit, patrol deputies, and surrounding agencies led to the arrest of a fugitive wanted on multiple charges, including a federal warrant for ATM bank burglary. At approximately 3:45 p.m. on...
Santa Rosa Beach Man Arrested on Aggravated Child Abuse Charges
A Santa Rosa Beach man is behind bars after brutally beating a four-year-old child over the course of two days. Jamal Marquise Allen, 30, was arrested Thursday, June 5, 2025, by deputies with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) on two counts of Aggravated Child...
Highway 85 and State Road 123 To Close For Mission
The 96th Test Wing will conduct testing on the Eglin Test Complex June 12, requiring the closure of Highway 85 and State Road 123 between 9:30 a.m. and noon. The road should not be closed for more than a 90-minute period. Note, the road may be closed for several...
Three Raiders Named NJCAA All-Americans; Heyl Crowned National Pitcher of the Year
This week, the NJCAA announced its 2025 Softball All-America selections, and Northwest Florida State was once again well represented. Cailyn Heyl and Sister Arnold earned First Team All-America honors for the second consecutive year, while Lulu Luedtke earned a spot...
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