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Possible TikTok Threat of School Shooting Quickly Countered by Sheriff’s Office
WCFR Earns State Recognition as Florida Technical Rescue Team 106
Alabama Teenager Arrested After Road Rage Incident
Walker Phillips, 19, of Troy, Alabama, pointed a handgun at another vehicle during a road rage encounter. He is facing charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, as well as possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
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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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Ribbon Cutting for New City Airport Terminal
County officials joined DeFuniak Springs city officials, Florida Representative Shane Abbott, former Florida Senator George Gainer, and other state and local dignitaries for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the DeFuniak Springs Municipal Airport. According to the city’s...
WCFR Welcomes Five Newest Members
"Sometimes the only way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Join Walton County Fire Rescue in congratulating their newest paramedics! Michael Hernandez Blaine Stapp Brett Nofziger Tyler Meadows Kyle Owens Well done!
New Historical Street Signs Installed in DeFuniak Springs
Today, Chief Ross Sheffield, Mayor Bob Campbell, and local lifelong resident Greg Chrishon were on site to admire the new historical street signs being installed throughout the East Side of the city. These distinctive street signs, designed to honor DeFuniak Springs’...
Finishing What Will Started
The last warrant obtained by fallen Walton County Sheriff’s Deputy Will May has now been served. Before his tragic death in the line of duty on April 2, 2025, Deputy May led an investigation into 18-year-old Taevion Desantee Bradberry for aggravated stalking, written...
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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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