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Grandma, mother and granddaughter represent at Democratic convention | Opinion
When covering a political convention like I’ve been doing this week, we spend a lot of time writing about politicians and what they say. But we hardly ever pay much attention to the people they’re talking to — and sometimes those people are actually more interesting. So...
Governor names Grandy to chair Early Learning Coalition
NICEVILLE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed three women from the area to the Early Learning Coalition of the Emerald Coast. Amanda Grandy of Niceville has been named chair. Mr DeSantis announced the appointment of Grandy, Gretta Barrett, and Sarah Davis on August 8. Amanda Grandy. Amanda Grandy,...
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES FOR BRINGING METH TO PROBATION OFFICE; ALSO CHARGED WITH VOP
WALTON COUNTY, FLA— A 31-year-old DeFuniak Springs man is facing multiple felony charges after bringing methamphetamine when checking in with State Probation. Monday, August 19th Walton County Sheriff’s Office was called to the State Probation Office on Highway 90 in DeFuniak Springs after it was discovered Brandon Lee Harris was attempting to conceal methamphetamine in a small plastic baggy, two syringes, and a nasal spray bottle containing an unknown substance.
DeFuniak Springs man faces charges after bringing meth to probation check-in
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Florida - A 31-year-old DeFuniak Springs man is facing multiple felony charges after bringing methamphetamine to his scheduled check-in with State Probation, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. On August 19, Walton County deputies responded to the State Probation Office on Highway 90 after probation officers discovered that Brandon Lee Harris was attempting to conceal methamphetamine in a small plastic bag, along with two syringes and a nasal spray bottle containing an unknown substance. Harris admitted to knowing he had the narcotics and paraphernalia on him before arriving for his appointment.Following his arrest, Harris was transported to the Walton County Jail, where he was charged with felony violation of probation, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia. On August 21, Harris was hit with additional charges after being found with narcotics inside the jail, including bringing contraband into a correctional facility and possession of a controlled substance.Harris remains incarcerated without bond. The contents of the nasal spray bottle have been sent for testing, and further details are pending.
Deputies: Florida man busted with meth while checking in with probation officer
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. -- A Florida man was busted withmethamphetamine while checking in with his probation officer, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. Brandon Lee Harris, 31, of DeFuniak Springs is charged withfelony violation of probation, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The incident happened Monday at...
Florida Man Arrested For Bringing Meth To Probation Meeting
A 31-year-old Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after he was found with methamphetamine while checking in with State Probation. On Monday, August 19th, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call from the State Probation Office on Highway 90. Brandon Lee Harris, of DeFuniak Springs, was discovered attempting to hide methamphetamine in a small plastic bag, along with two syringes and a nasal spray bottle containing an unidentified substance.
Man Arrested for Bringing Meth to Probation Meeting in DeFuniak Springs
WALTON COUNTY, FL (WDNews) – 31-year-old DeFuniak Springs resident, Brandon Lee Harris, was arrested on multiple felony charges after allegedly bringing methamphetamine to a probation check-in. The Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the State Probation Office on Highway 90 on Monday, August 19th, after Harris was found attempting to conceal meth in a small plastic bag, along with two syringes and a nasal spray bottle containing an unidentified substance.
Dan Curry elected to Walton County Commission District 1 seat
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – There was another important race in Walton County involving the County Commission District 1 seat. The incumbent William “Boots” McCormick faced challenges from former commissioner Trey Nick and Dan Curry. All 3-men ran as Republicans, with no Democratic challenger, so this race was decided on Tuesday night. As you can […]
FREEPORT MAN ARRESTED ON CHILD PORN CHARGES FOLLOWING WCSO CYBER CRIMES SEARCH WARRANT
WALTON COUNTY, FLA— A Freeport man faces more than a dozen felony charges for the possession and transmission of child pornography. In February of this year, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding 34-year-old Timothy Watson transmitting Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) through multiple emails.
Freeport man arrested on dozens of child pornography charges
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Freeport man has been arrested on more than a dozen child pornography charges following an investigation by the Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) and the cyber-crimes unit. According to the WCSO, the investigation began earlier this year when the National Center for Missing...
Freeport man charged with 18 counts of possession of child porn
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Freeport man has been arrested and is facing more than a dozen felony charges for the possession and transmission of child pornography. In February, the WCSO Cyber Crimes Unit received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about 34-year-old Timothy Watson transmitting Child Sexual Abuse […]
Rescue of 206-pound loggerhead turtle highlights community effort in south Walton
SOUTH WALTON, Florida - A collaborative effort led to the successful rescue of a 206-pound male Loggerhead sea turtle accidentally hooked by a fisherman on the shore, underscoring the strength of community action in South Walton. The South Walton Turtle Watch expressed deep gratitude for the quick response that made the rescue possible. "Thankful is the only word that comes to mind," the group shared, highlighting the immediate actions of the fisherman who reported the incident, Michele from the Walton County Sheriff's Office, and Tammy, a dedicated "turtle hero" from the team, who swiftly brought the turtle in. Jennifer and...
MORRISON SPRINGS FIGHT LEADS TO ARREST OF DEFUNIAK SPRINGS MAN; VICTIM TRANSPORTED BY WALTON AIR RESCUE
A 22-year-old DeFuniak Springs man is arrested for aggravated battery following a fight at Morrison Springs Sunday night that led to the victim being airlifted. On Sunday, August 18th at 7 pm, Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded to Morrison Springs after a fight broke out that left a 19-year-old unconscious.
3 generations of Northwest Florida women unite for the Democratic National Convention
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Samantha Hope Herring will attend the Democratic National Convention in Chicago with her daughter, Savannah Atkins. The mother-daughter duo will serve as Florida delegates for the convention. The family affair will also include the matriarch of their family, Herring’s mother Pat Dansky. Herring originally planned to bring her husband, but […]
Industrial buildings to bring more non-tourism-based jobs to northern Walton County
MOSSY HEAD, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The demand for commercial and industrial facilities in Walton County is high. Many of the businesses and jobs within the county are tourism-based, but those with the Walton County Economic Development Alliance are hoping to even it out. Monday, members of the Business Leadership Council,...
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