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Hurricane Season is Upon Us
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be above-normal, with a range of 13 to 19 named storms. Of those, 6 to 10 could become hurricanes, including 3 to 5 major hurricanes.
NWFSC Recognized as a Gold-Level Military Friendly School
Northwest Florida State College is one of only six public colleges or universities in Florida to achieve gold-level status this year.
SEC Spring 2025 Meetings in Walton County
The 2025 SEC Spring Meetings concluded Thursday at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort. The annual gathering included meetings of the SEC’s leaders, Faculty Athletic Representatives, and head coaches.
Visit the Beaches
Walton County’s beaches are more than just beautiful—they’re deeply varied and rich with character. Whether you want wild nature, small-town charm, or a vibrant coastal scene, there’s a sandy stretch here with your name on it. So pack light, bring sunscreen, and get ready to fall in love with Florida’s most enchanting shoreline.
Walton News & Sports
Eglin Enhances Test Range
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The 96th Test Wing, under agreements with the U.S. Coast Guard, developed a new test site providing instrumentation support to test and training missions in the Eglin’s gulf test range. The wing’s test organizations track, measure,...
SEC Springs Meetings Day 3 Notebook
MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (May 29, 2025)-----The 2025 Southeastern Conference Spring Meetings concluded Thursday at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort. The annual gathering included meetings of the SEC's Presidents and Chancellors, Athletics Directors, Senior Woman...
Brushfire Near Whispering Shore Cove in Santa Rosa Beach
Wednesday evening, the South Walton Fire District's C-Shift firefighters and the Florida Forest Service-Chipola District responded to a brushfire near Whispering Shore Cove in Santa Rosa Beach. The fire covered approximately 2.5 acres, but fortunately surrounding...
Rescue On the Choctawhatchee Bay
It was a dark and stormy day on May 10th, and the Choctawhatchee Bay was churning like no other. With tornado warnings in the area, the weather was worsening by the minute. At about 3 o'clock, dispatch got a call from a passerby at Grady Brown Park about a jet-ski...
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Visit North Walton
North Walton County isn’t flashy—and that’s exactly the point. It’s a place to slow down, to appreciate the land, and to connect with the people who grow your food, bake your bread, and greet you with a smile.
Whether you’re a weekend road-tripper or a traveler looking to experience Florida beyond the coast, North Walton offers a refreshing, grounding escape into the heart of the state’s rural soul.
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