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Court documents reveal racist texts sent by former Walton County commissioner
Text messages made public from a 2022 Walton County court case show a former county commissioner using racial slurs and terms. For more News, Weather, and Sports in Panama City, Florida visit: https://www.mypanhandle.com.
More ways to be a big help
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Big Brothers of Big Sisters of Northwest Florida fosters one-on-one mentoring throughout Bay, Walton, and Okaloosa counties. The local non-profit needs more mentors but there are other ways to help if an individual is unable to make that commitment. “For some people being a ‘Big’ is not for them and that’s […]
Public Notice: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bear Creek Bridge
On Wednesday, July 24th at 9:00 am, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (WCBCC) will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Bear Creek Bridge, located on County Road 83A East in Freeport. The project involved the construction of a new 68-foot concrete two-span vehicular bridge on...
Defuniak Spring Woman Arrested for Mathaphetamine Following Traffic Stop in Northern Walton County
WALTON COUNTY:A DeFuniak Springs woman is arrested for trafficking methamphetamine following a traffic stop in Northern Walton County early Sunday morning. During the stop on 331 N near State Line Road it was learned the driver, Christopher Thames, 50, of Florala, did not have a valid driver’s license, and the passenger, Mary Goodman, 43, of Juniper Avenue had a warrant for failure to appear.
Traffic crash involving semi-truck blocking westbound lane of I-10
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is currently on the scene of a traffic crash. The crash involved a semi-truck blocking one westbound lane of Interstate 10 near the 79-mile marker, WCSO officials said. Officials confirm that the semi-truck is leaking diesel fuel and Walton County Emergency Management is responding. Expect […]
Eglin Federal Credit Union opens new location in Freeport
FREEPORT, Fla.— Eglin Federal Credit Union (EFCU) celebrated the grand opening of its new Freeport Branch on Thursday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Located at 16970 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, the Freeport location is EFCU’s first full-service branch and second location in Walton County. The Freeport Branch provides convenient...
U. S. Highway 98 road work traffic advisories, Bay to Escambia
US HIGHWAY 98, Fla.—Motorists traveling on US 98 along the Emerald Coast should be prepared for potential delays and traffic disruptions this week due to ongoing construction and maintenance activities, according to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). This comprehensive advisory compiles FDOT’s latest updates for Bay, Walton, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Escambia counties, ensuring you have the most up-to-date information before you hit the road.
Shed catches fire in Freeport
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Crews with the Walton County Fire Rescue along with Walton County Sheriff’s Office are on the scene of a shed fire on Beach Street in Freeport, Sunday afternoon. Officials say Engine 12, Medic 13, Engine 10, and a Battalion Chief are on scene. They...
National Pet Fire Safety Day raises awareness about pet safety
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – National Pet Fire Safety Day raises awareness about how to keep your family pet alive in the event of a house fire. Experts said homeowners should extinguish any open flames since curious pets can knock over candles. Also, remove knobs on stoves that could be easily turned on by a […]
Florida State Parks lead nation with E-bikes for park rangers
SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) — Florida State Parks are taking a step forward in conservation with electric bikes for park rangers to use. In Northwest Florida, parks such as Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Walton County are one of 25 parks in the state to receive a Cannondale Tesoro Neo X 3 electric […]
How the Walton County Sheriff’s Office used a digital body scanner to find fentanyl on an inmate
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — The Walton County Sheriff’s Office used its digital body scanner on a female inmate last week and found fentanyl. According to a Walton County Sheriff’s Office X post, deputies on July 3 arrested a female accused of possession of a controlled substance. The sheriff’s office used its new digital body […]
FL WFO TALLAHASSEE Warnings, Watches, and Advisories
WFO TALLAHASSEE Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, July 15, 2024. The National Weather Service in Tallahassee has issued a. * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... West central Walton County in the Panhandle of Florida... * Until 300 PM CDT. * At 229 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7...
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