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Federal Funding for the Choctawhatchee Bay Walton County, FL – March 28, 2024 - Walton County continues environmental efforts in the Choctawhatchee Bay! On March 9, 2024, the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024 became law. This law...

Walton Commissioners move to keep vendors away from Eastern Lake Walton County - 3/29/24 – The Walton County Board of County Commissioners took action to preserve the quality of the Eastern Lake shoreline by prohibiting vendor operations. Code Compliance Director Tony Cornman updated...

From the meeting discussion, An investigation will bring back to the BCC information about making it paid parking (some exemption for locals possible), or a sale or a lease. WaterColor, Seaside and St. Joe mentioned as potential lessees or buyers. The paid parking option would also serve as a...

We've long needed a large outdoor event venue with parking. The county is working to develop one on Chat Holley Rd. Not sure how big the pavilion will be but if it will be anything like Aaron Bessant Park in Panama City Beach then we can have some major events and acts...

Not sure if this has been posted yet, mods please delete if dupe. See attached PDF from Walton County Tourism Department. VISION For Walton County to enjoy a robust and sustainable Visitor Economy that provides an exceptional Quality of Life for our residents. MISSION The Mission of the...

From 2022-2025 Strategic Plan https://www.visitsouthwalton.com/userfiles/WaltonCountyTourismDepartment_2022-2025StrategicPlan.pdf Those responses that were recorded in over 20% of the results are in bold type: • More Public Beaches • More Parking • Reduce Traffic Congestion • Make 30A More...

You are hereby notified that Walton County Code Compliance will hold Public Workshop on Thursday March 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM. at the South Walton Courthouse Annex BCC Boardroom located at 31 Coastal Centre Blvd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL. The purpose of this workshop is to discuss and take input...

Walton County – Feb. 12, 2024 – Chief of Operations Audie Rowell, Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), updated the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) regarding spring break activities. Chief Rowell opened his remarks with a quote from former FBI director J. Edgar Hoover, who...

Came across my inbox, Author Unknown.... In a time when diversity and inclusivity should be at the forefront of our society's values, it is alarming to witness instances of individuals who promote hatred, racism, and division. One such individual who has come under scrutiny is Joseph Turner, a...

Walton County Commissioner Tony Anderson has officially placed an item on the agenda for the upcoming Tuesday meeting to consider the termination of County Administrator Quinn Robertson. This decisive action follows a period of intensifying scrutiny over Robertson's leadership capabilities...

I would think it would have to be disclosed or invite a lawsuit no? Fiduciary and all ...

The 823rd REDHORSE squadron will conduct monthly explosive demolition training between 8am and 3pm on February 2nd at the Hurlburt Field Range. During the training, nearby residents may hear loud noise or feel the vibrations associated with the demolition charge detonations that are planned to...

That's a lotta loads to the landfill - I hope that some of the materials can be recycled / re-used. Over 100,000 dollars worth of Andersen doors and windows as I recall.

This isn’t the pending sale for Netscape founder Jim Clark’s roughly $175 million home in Florida, a figure that stands to break the record for the priciest home ever sold in the Sunshine State. But this recent deal for a beachfront estate along the Panhandle quietly broke a regional record —...

https://sowal.com/forum/threads/the-district-residential-retail-office-on-98-just-east-of-393.104062/

This is the very large building(s) east of 393 on the north side of 98.... Offering high-end retail, fine dining spaces and professionally-decorated residential units available to lease for 2022, The District is anchored by Stock & Trade Design Co. The center has a design focus with retail...

Where can I get about 6 loads of dirt and what should I expect to pay?

Not sure about coolers but yes, Rosemary, Alys, WaterSound, etc have a single beach service you must rent from. Just my opinion but one of these resorts is not a bad choice right now because they have some control over the amount of people on the beach. Especially Seaside and Alys Beach...

China reports no new coronavirus cases on May 22, first time since pandemic began.

You should defer to your rental agency / property owner. They handle access to the street pavilions. Seaside (SCDC) does not handle rental units or control access to the non-commercial areas outside of town center.

Seaside does not own or manage rentals. Seaside Development Corporation (Robert & Daryl Davis) owns most of the town center and leases to merchants, who have an association. Ruskin Place has their own association as does most every street marked by a pavilion. There is also a Seaside Town...

Buses from Defuniak Springs to SoWal and back as a priority might be a good argument. I believe that is in the works. However if we use your logic then the businesses should pay for it because they need the labor. The trolley serves tourists (and locals), and reduces congestion and pollution. Or...

Public transportation is not, and should not be, all or nothing.

Molly loved everyone and her zest for life was most obvious around holidays - thinking of her and her family especially on this day.

Eyesore for sure. But I bet the residents are exasperated with reckless drivers. I bet a few signs with the outline of kids playing would work better though. Even cute handmade ones. Nothing is as bad as the humongous realtor signs though. Totally ruining Scenic 3oa.

Thank you. Looks nice.

I'm confused. Is this a short term rental?

I wasn't able to make it. Any news?

Well that will be interesting since they don't even have sufficient cell service here. Thanks for letting me know. Anyone else have info please post.

I see towers going up that are reportedly for 5G service - anyone have details, know what company will provide service?

I think 30a is too narrow - please consider broadening your interest to protect our way of life to all of South Walton .

Sorry I was lumping you in with beachaffront owners. From other posts on this thread apparently every single one is at war with the county. Surely that's not simply propaganda. :dunno:

I have no trust that we will have any competent or willing leadership that could change the way we do business in SoWal, what we expect of our visitors. But if you're ina war with the county why would anyone want to listen to you? I believe to make effective change we have to raise expectations...

While I agree visitor behavior and quantity have crossed a point we would like, we can't turn back the clock. To pound this forum with such an idea is nonsense. And what you describe are extreme examples. The beach is quite often enjoyable at different places, times of day, times of year. I bet...

Don't count on it. Greed will take state lands if we don't fight for them.

This is the most depressing post I have seen on this forum in 16 years since it started. All I can say is what I have tried to teach my son. Being kind is often more important than being right.

SoWal.com Beach access page has all locations.

I am referring to the piling on persons by name. Two in particular. One of whom is not here to defend himself. Personal attacks. Against the rules. Attacking issues or even a fro8is totally different. The invasion is on this forum. Anyone can see it. And I don't think calling you a snowflake is...

SWFD has some free for use.

There is a difference between sticking to the issue and responding respectfully, and cyber bullying. I am assured that what has been going on here will not be allowed to continue. If your aim is to get banned and cry fowl then carry on. Our constructive forum here has always been an asset to...

The economy is an issue, locals care about it. So do second homeowners, rental owners, including most beachfront owners. I don't get from your post that anyone is trying to make the economy part of the legal debate. But rather a practical part. Every issue your opposition brings up doesn't have...

Don't allow yourself to be bullied. The bullies on this thread don't realize (or probably care) that they stand out like a sore thumb in the garden that is the SoWal forum. I've seen it before. They leave as victims when they realize that bullies can't exist here. Typical pattern for bullies on...

One of the best places to work in South Walton.

A golf cart is a golf cart. Call it whatever you want but it is a golf cart. And don't give in to the dark side.

County Highway 30A, 283, 83, 393, etc. I believe golf carts are allowed on any highway or road in Walton County that is rated 35mph or below. Which is stupid because I've yet to see a golf cart top 15 mph.

What other places in America allow golf carts on public roads? I don't mean small towns or resort towns. I mean places with hundreds of miles of roads and highways like SoWal.

Happy Chrismakwanzukkah!

I've heard a lot of businesses are down 20 percent for year. Wonder If bed tax is up because of new collections or some other factor.

Dear Beachfront Property Owner: It is our understanding that you have a garbage collection station on the sandy beach portion of your property. This garbage collection station was installed and is currently maintained by the Walton County Tourist Development Council (“TDC”). As you may know...

Gotcha - I'm not a realtor just a bystander - things have been red hot for a few years and I don't see it slowing down. Inventory is down a bit but often in the summer people are focused on vacations and a lot of available inventory are booked rentals so not unusual to see a summer pause.