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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.
Walton News & Sports
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...
New WCSO Officers Take Oath to Serve and Protect Walton County
In a ceremony steeped in tradition and honor, a new group has raised their right hands and taken the oath to serve and protect the residents and visitors of Walton County. These moments are more than formalities—they’re rites of passage. For each new deputy, this...
Emergency Management to Conduct Yearly AlertWalton TEST Exercise
As we kick off preparedness for the 2025 hurricane season, the Walton County Emergency Management (WCEM) department will be conducting their sixth annual TEST of the AlertWalton Emergency Notification System, on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 6:00pm. The drill is designed...
Notice of Public Meeting
Please be advised that the Walton County Tourist Development Council will hold their meeting on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 9 a.m. in the South Walton Annex Boardroom at 31 Coastal Centre Boulevard, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. Two or more Walton County elected or...
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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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