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Total Force Teamwork Provides Experience, Base Improvements at Eglin
Pennsylvania Air National Guard Airmen spent two weeks in sunny Florida, providing a significant upgrade to the 96th Test Wing’s communications infrastructure.
SWFD Responds to Structure Fire in Sandestin
South Watlon Fire District responded to a structure fire Sunday on Sandestin’s Baytowne Ave. No injuries were reported, but there was a moderate amount of damage to the home.
Main Street DeFuniak Springs Names New Executive Director
Calandra Vargas has been named the new executive director for Main Street DeFuniak Springs. Calandra loves calling the stunning Emerald Coast home, and she makes the most of her time by visiting the beach, exploring the natural springs, and soaking up all the beauty our area has to offer.
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.
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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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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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