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Sheriff Adkinson Provides Testimony to Presidential Commission on Law Enforcement

Sheriff Michael Adkinson was invited to testify before the Presidential Commission on Law Enforcement and Administrative Justice. The hearing, held on Tuesday, June 20th, was an opportunity for Sheriff Adkinson to offer his perspective and insight on the accreditation of law enforcement agencies. In October 2019, President Trump signed Executive Order 13986 establishing the formation […]

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What’s New From The St. Joe Company

The St. Joe Company is one of the largest developers in Northwest Florida with active projects spanning from South Walton to the Forgotten Coast. The company also owns various commercial, resort and club properties in addition to operating the St. Joe Community Foundation which provides charitable grants toward the civic infrastructure of communities in Northwest […]

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Faces of Walton; Caring & Sharing’s Carly Harmer

By Mark Stanley and Tracy Steely Carly Harmer is the Executive Director of Caring & Sharing of South Walton, a nonprofit that provides food and assistance to local residents with the support of churches, civic groups, individuals, and businesses. Her organization has been a crucial component in our community’s response to the pandemic. Please tell […]

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Guest Columnist; The Fourth of July as an Idea

By Tim Norris, Most people in the United States celebrate the 4th of July, but do you know why the holiday is so important to our country? We celebrate the Declaration of Independence for two important reasons. First, It represents an official severing of ties between the original 13 colonies and the rule of Great Britain. […]

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Jeri MIchie Announces Candidacy for Walton County School Board

Jeri Michie, a longtime resident of Walton County, is running for the position of Walton County School Board. Jeri has been in the field of education for over thirty-four years, first operating as a classroom teacher and eventually moving on to principal. Jeri has always felt like her purpose in life is to teach and […]

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CBA Oyster Shell Recycling Program Thrives with Help From Local Community

By Chad Perko, CBA Ecology Technician  As an Ecology Technician for Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance, one of my primary duties is to oversee our oyster shell recycling program. You may ask, “Why does an oyster shell need to be recycled and what does CBA do with it?” Well, it’s all about the bay. Our community is […]

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Walton County School District  Superintendent’s Update July 2020

In the beautiful panhandle of Florida, summer is synonymous with beautiful beaches, warm breezes, and relaxation!  Our dedicated Walton County teachers and administrators are spending long summer hours in specialized training to make sure we are up to date on cutting edge technology, learning strategies, and Florida educational standards.  WCSD Administrators were recently excited for […]

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For the Health of It Celebrates 25 Years as 30A’s Natural Foods Store

For the Health of It has been 30A’s leading natural foods store for longer than many people have been in the area. They provide a number of products not carried in other nearby stores, as well as operate a fresh juice bar. In April For the Health of It celebrated 25 years of giving its […]

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Shield of Faith Missions Dedicated to our Nation’s Veterans

Shield of Faith (SOF) Missions is a non-profit organization serving our Nation’s warriors.  The purpose of SOF Missions is to combat the veteran suicide crisis by restoring purpose, resiliency, and life after service. SOF Missions was founded in 2011 by Dr. Damon Friedman, an Air Force Special Operator who served four combat tours in both […]

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